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Using dwg files made by users who use unlicensed AutoCAD

insights21c — Sat, 06 Apr 2024 03:53:19 GMT

Hello can I open and use DWG files made by users who use unlicensed AutoCAD software

Re: Using dwg files made by users who use unlicensed AutoCAD

paullimapa — Sat, 06 Apr 2024 04:53:23 GMT

How do you know that unlicensed AutoCAD was used? Did the user tell you?

Re: Using dwg files made by users who use unlicensed AutoCAD

vladimir_michl — Sat, 06 Apr 2024 10:10:46 GMT

You can find quite a lot of details about the authoring version of the software which saved a particular DWG file but not the licensing status of the user (see e.g. DWGintVer: https://www.cadforum.cz/en/how-to-find-which-autocad-version-was-used-to-save-a-DWG-tip10702).

Or do you mean the genuine DWG vs. "DWG" files created by various "AutoCAD lookalikes"?

Vladimir Michl, www.arkance-systems.cz - www.cadforum.cz

Re: Using dwg files made by users who use unlicensed AutoCAD

wispoxy — Sat, 06 Apr 2024 13:44:42 GMT

Yes, but you may end up dealing with proxy objects or noneditable entities.

Consequences of Using Unlicensed AutoCAD:

Legal Implications: Using unlicensed software violates copyright laws and terms of use. Autodesk actively monitors and takes legal action against unauthorized usage.

Limited Functionality: Unlicensed versions may have restricted features, watermarks, or limitations, affecting productivity.

Security Risks: Unlicensed software may contain malware or security vulnerabilities.

Re: Using dwg files made by users who use unlicensed AutoCAD

insights21c — Sun, 07 Apr 2024 15:04:17 GMT

Yes

Re: Using dwg files made by users who use unlicensed AutoCAD

insights21c — Sun, 07 Apr 2024 15:14:20 GMT

Hello im not using a cracked version of AutoCAD im just asking about users who you know that they use unlicensed AutoCAD what about the files created by those users i mean on your studio you may be faced to such situations for exemple a client who brings dwg files from another architect or civil engineer

Does Autodesk allow to use files created by unlicensed versions ?

Regards

Re: Using dwg files made by users who use unlicensed AutoCAD

insights21c — Sun, 07 Apr 2024 15:14:52 GMT

Re: Using dwg files made by users who use unlicensed AutoCAD

paullimapa — Sun, 07 Apr 2024 16:15:49 GMT

My advise is to contact Autodesk immediately and they would provide you with instructions on how to move forward

https://www.autodesk.com/support/technical/article/caas/sfdcarticles/sfdcarticles/How-to-report-a-License-Compliance-issue.html#:~:text=In%20the%20US%20and%20Canada,someone%20personally%20about%20your%20report.

Re: Using dwg files made by users who use unlicensed AutoCAD

insights21c — Sun, 07 Apr 2024 16:19:03 GMT

They don't have support email

Re: Using dwg files made by users who use unlicensed AutoCAD

paullimapa — Sun, 07 Apr 2024 16:20:12 GMT

Don’t email but call that # on the link I provided

Re: Using dwg files made by users who use unlicensed AutoCAD

wispoxy — Mon, 08 Apr 2024 12:21:54 GMT

Not saying t's you, and yes I come across some myself on rare occasions. Just mentioning you may come across uneditable or broken entities.

Re: Using dwg files made by users who use unlicensed AutoCAD

pendean — Mon, 08 Apr 2024 12:57:15 GMT

If you have to ask, then your gut instincts are telling you what to do my friend...