Skip to main content

Ford License Restrictions

Updated over 3 weeks ago

The Ford License has specific restrictions. Please review these restrictions to make sure you comply with the Ford License when using a Ford product.

Ford 3D models purchased through TurboSquid require approval from Ford for any type of use, regardless of the intended purpose.

  • If TurboSquid approves your purchase of a Ford product, you may only use the product for the use approved by TurboSquid. You may not use the Ford product for any other uses. You can apply for a use when purchasing a Ford product.

  • You may not depict the Ford brand with any of the following:

To license a Ford 3D model, follow these steps:

  1. Purchase the Model: Add the desired Ford model to your TurboSquid cart and proceed to checkout.

  2. Provide Use-Case Information: Include detailed use-case information during checkout which TurboSquid uses to initiate the approval process.

  3. Approval Process: TurboSquid forwards this information to Ford, whose approval is evaluated case-by-case. Typical approval times vary, and the process cannot be expedited.

  4. Accessing the Model: Once approved, you will gain access to the model for the intended purpose.

  • illegal drug use

  • sex, nudity

  • racism

  • graphic depiction of death, violence, or gore

  • foul or illicit language

  • People inside of a Ford automobile must wear seatbelts and may not be injured as a result of vehicle operation; pedestrians or animals may not be injured; and automobiles may not incur damage, catch fire, or explode.

  • The Ford brand may not be depicted in any project involving injury to police.

In addition, Ford has the ability to revoke your right to use the Ford product.

Additionally, restrictions apply to corporate accounts, educational use, and the approval process timeline:

  • Corporate Account Restrictions: Ford models cannot be licensed through TurboSquid Enterprise accounts; users can use personal accounts instead.

  • Academic/Educational Use: Ford models labeled for "Editorial Uses Only" require the same approval process and can be used for academic purposes.

  • Approval Process Limitations: The approval process time cannot be expedited, based on Ford's review schedule.

If you need to update your use-case information during the approval process, TurboSquid will forward this to Ford for further review. This ensures Ford has the most accurate information for their decision.

FAQs

Is there a version of a Ford model that does not require approval? No. All Ford models require Ford's approval for any use.

What happens if Ford denies my request? If denied, you cannot license or use the model for the intended purpose. TurboSquid cannot override Ford’s decisions.Please review our available Ford licenses for more details.

Did this answer your question?