Parent FAQs

Who can use BlocksCAD?

BlocksCAD was originally developed for students in 4th grade and above, but we've had second graders use it, and many adults who also use it successfully for 3D printed creations. Its precise geometric input requirements make it ideal for learning and for creating designs with strict tolerances like a replacement knob, or jewelry piece.

What resources are available for learning BlocksCAD?

If you’re just getting started, there’s a quickstart guide available as a video or blog post. We also have additional videos available.

The BlocksCAD community also provides opportunities to ask questions and learn how other BlocksCAD users are building and creating.

What are the guidelines for the BlocksCAD online community?

All users are required to maintain a friendly and respectful environment for people of all ages, races, ethnicities, religions, sexual orientations, and gender identities. Members are asked to comment constructively and to help keep the website friendly by reporting any content that does not follow the community guidelines. The BlocksCADTeam works each day to manage activity on the site and respond to reports. Please work with your child to help them participate in the community in a safe and respectful way.

What is your privacy policy?

To protect children's online privacy, we limit what we collect during the signup process, and what we make public on the website. We don't sell or rent account information to anyone. You can find out more about our privacy policy here.

Is there a way to use BlocksCAD without participating online?

Yes, BlocksCAD can be used without logging in. Just visit www.blockscad3d.com, but you must save and load blocks directly to and from your computer in order to use the tool without logging in to an account.