Generative tools make it easy to produce assets quickly, but that doesn't remove your responsibility to respect copyright and brand rights. This checklist covers what to think through before uploading a reference image or using a generated asset commercially.
Do You Own the Input?
Only upload reference images you own, have licensed, or otherwise have the right to use. Uploading someone else's copyrighted photo or artwork as a reference does not give you rights to the result.
Copyrighted Characters and Brands
Avoid generating assets based on copyrighted characters, logos, or branded designs you don't have rights to, even if the prompt or reference image makes it technically possible. This applies to fan art of existing IP as well as recognizable brand products.
Marketplace Rules
If you plan to sell or publish a generated asset on a third-party marketplace, check that platform's own content policies in addition to Meshy's terms, since marketplaces often have stricter IP requirements.
Attribution
Meshy doesn't require attribution for assets you generate and own the rights to use, but if you used someone else's copyrighted reference under a license that requires credit, you're still responsible for honoring that license's terms.
Enterprise and Private Assets
Enterprise plans offer additional data handling and privacy commitments for sensitive reference material. If your reference images are proprietary or client-confidential, review your plan's data terms before uploading.
Legal Disclaimer
This checklist is general guidance, not legal advice. If you're unsure whether a specific use case is compliant, consult a legal professional familiar with IP law in your jurisdiction.
FAQ
1. Can I use a photo I found online as a reference image?
Only if you own the rights to that photo or it's licensed for your intended use. Using an unlicensed photo you don't own can create copyright issues even if Meshy processes it successfully.
2. Do I own the 3D model Meshy generates for me?
Generally yes, for assets you generate and use per Meshy's terms, but this doesn't override any rights issues from an unlicensed input image or a generated result resembling protected IP.
3. Are there extra protections for enterprise/private data?
Yes, Meshy's Enterprise plan includes additional data handling commitments suited to proprietary or client-confidential reference material.
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