Can users upload without an account?
user.pricing.Yes. Guest upload remains available for quick IFC preview. A member workspace is needed when users want saved assets, long-term access, controlled sharing or publishing workflows.
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lgsfmarket is built for the global Cold-Formed Steel and Light Gauge Steel frame community. Core upload and browser-preview tools stay accessible for everyday work. Supporter and Sponsor plans help fund higher limits, export tools, IFC compatibility updates and ongoing development.
Compare features
| Feature | Guest | Free member | Pro supporter | Business sponsor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upload | ||||
| Uploads per month ? The number of IFC design files a signed-in account can upload each month under this package. | 1 (temporary) | 10 | 50 | 100 |
| Maximum IFC file size ? The largest single IFC design file accepted under this package. Guest upload warnings are shown on the upload page, not compared here. | – | 10 MB | 20 MB | 50 MB |
| Private design upload ? Keep a design in a private workspace and share it through a controlled private URL when the account plan allows it. | - | - | ||
| Long-term cloud workspace ? Keeps uploaded models and review data in a member workspace instead of a temporary guest session. | - | |||
| CFS / LGSF review | ||||
| Basic 3D / 2D viewer (browser) ? Open a basic IFC preview directly in the browser without installing fabrication software. | ||||
| Advanced 3D model inspection ? Interact with the 3D model, review views and use richer model controls inside the browser workspace. | - | |||
| Frame label classification ? Classify frame labels so wall, floor, roof and member groups can be reviewed more clearly. | - | |||
| Customize frame naming and categorization ? Adjust frame naming and categorization rules to match the project workflow. | - | |||
| 3D preview customization | ||||
| Annotations ? Add clickable tags, notes and review comments to specific locations on the 3D model, with quota by package. | - | |||
| Custom backgrounds ? Use a custom background, personal or company logo image, or branded backdrop for each model viewer. | - | - | - | |
| Sharing and embed | ||||
| Share — model view only ? Create a controlled link where recipients can only view the 3D model, without classification data or export tools. | - | |||
| Share — interactive model view with classification ? Create a controlled link where recipients can inspect model classification and review information, while export tools remain owner-only. | - | - | ||
| Embed — model view only ? Embed a simple model preview in another website or page. | - | |||
| Embed — interactive model view with classification ? Embed an interactive classified model preview while keeping export actions controlled by the owner account. | - | - | ||
| Remove lgsfmarket logo ? Hide the default lgsfmarket viewer logo for a cleaner branded presentation. | - | - | - | |
| Remove outside link ? Disable the default lgsfmarket logo link so embedded viewers do not send visitors outside the current page. | - | - | - | |
| Export | ||||
| PDF floor, elevation and GS plans ? View or export frame group floor layouts, elevation views and general site views for checking and coordination. | - | View only | ||
| Frame assembly detail PDF ? Export frame assembly detail PDFs for site installation, fabrication review and other project uses. | - | View only | ||
| Edit and customize floor, elevation and GS plans ? Edit floor layouts, elevation views and general site views before exporting final PDF drawing sheets. | - | - | ||
| Edit and customize frame assembly detail ? Edit frame assembly detail drawings before exporting the required production data. | - | - | ||
| Frame visuals CSV export ? Export CNC-ready CSV data for factory production workflows supported by CSV-capable machines. | - | - | ||
| CNC export (.nc file type) ? Developing export path for CNC production workflows that need .nc output. | - | - | Developing | Developing |
| FRAMECAD export (.cad file type) ? Developing export path intended to support import into FRAMECAD Detailer workflows. | - | - | Developing | Developing |
| Export overview (PDF, XLSX) ? Export frame area, material quantity and model summary statistics for review and planning. | - | - | ||
| Additional support | ||||
| IFC format update support ? lgsfmarket updates IFC compatibility based on member-uploaded files, user feedback and real project information. | - | |||
| Team and business workflow help ? Support for workflow questions, setup direction and production use cases. | - | - | ||
| Custom CFS format ? Support customer-provided CFS templates so exported data can match the format used in their workflow. | - | - | - | |
FAQ
Common questions
Are source IFC files published automatically?
user.pricing.No. The platform is designed around controlled previews. Source files, detailed model data, sharing and marketplace publishing stay under user-controlled workflows.
Can limits be adjusted for a production team?
Yes. Business Sponsor workflows can be configured around larger IFC files, production exports, team usage and priority support requirements.