Using dwg files made by users who use unlicensed AutoCAD

[insights21c]

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

[paullimapa]

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

[vladimir_michl]

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

[wispoxy]

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.

[insights21c]

Yes

[insights21c]

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

[insights21c]

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

[paullimapa]

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-Li....

[insights21c]

They don't have support email 

[paullimapa]

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

[wispoxy]

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.

[pendean]

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