I got a FREE 3D Printer in just ONE MONTH using Makerworld! (And you can too)
TLDRDiscover how to earn a free 3D printer through Makerworld's unique point system, as experienced by a user who gained a Bamboo Lab P1S without spending a dime. By joining the Makerworld community, users can accrue points by uploading models, print profiles, and reviewing others' contributions. Points can be redeemed for products or gift cards. The video explains multiple methods to earn points, including uploading your own designs, utilizing print profiles, and reviewing others' profiles. It highlights the strategy of sharing designs on social media to boost downloads and points, offering a practical guide to leveraging Makerworld's system effectively.
Takeaways
- π The speaker received a free 3D printer from Bamboo Lab by using MakerWorld's point system.
- π Initially inspired by a post in a Facebook group, the speaker set up a MakerWorld account to understand the process.
- π MakerWorld has a rewards system where users earn points for various activities, including uploading models and print profiles, as well as for the number of downloads of their designs.
- π‘ Points can be redeemed for Bamboo Lab projects or, more commonly, for Bamboo Lab gift cards.
- π¦ The speaker uploaded three of their previously designed models and saw points accumulate over a month due to their popularity.
- π Sharing models in Facebook groups helped increase downloads and popularity, leading to more points.
- π¨ Even without CAD skills, users can upload basic models and still earn points.
- π¨ Uploading print profiles to MakerWorld is another way to earn points, especially beneficial for those proficient with 3D printing software.
- π Reviewing print profiles is an easy method to earn points, requiring only the use of a profile and providing feedback on its performance.
- π For the adventurous, one could hire a designer to create a model and then upload it to MakerWorld, potentially earning back the design cost in gift cards.
- β The speaker is not sponsored by MakerWorld but recommends trying their system while it lasts, as it offers a good opportunity to earn gift cards.
Q & A
How did the speaker obtain a free 3D printer?
-The speaker obtained a free 3D printer by participating in the MakerWorld point system, where they earned points by uploading models, print profiles, and getting their designs downloaded by others.
What is the MakerWorld point system?
-The MakerWorld point system is a rewards mechanism where users earn points for various activities such as uploading models, sharing print profiles, and getting their designs downloaded. These points can then be redeemed for items like 3D printers or gift cards.
Why did the speaker decide to set up a MakerWorld account?
-The speaker was intrigued by a post in a Facebook group where someone showed a screenshot of receiving an X1 Carbon for free. This prompted the speaker to explore MakerWorld to understand how the system worked.
What are some ways to earn points on MakerWorld?
-Users can earn points on MakerWorld by uploading unique or basic models, sharing print profiles with the best settings for printing items, and reviewing other people's print profiles.
How did the speaker increase the popularity of their models?
-The speaker increased the popularity of their models by sharing them in Facebook groups, which led to more downloads and consequently more points.
What is a print profile?
-A print profile is a 3MF file that contains the optimal settings for printing a specific item. It helps ensure the best print quality when using a 3D printer.
How can one continue to earn points if their print profile becomes popular?
-If a user's print profile becomes popular, they will continue to earn points every time someone uses that profile to print a design.
What is the easiest method to earn points according to the speaker?
-The speaker suggests that reviewing print profiles is probably the easiest method to earn points, as it involves using a provided profile, printing an item, and then reviewing its effectiveness.
What is the risk involved in paying someone to design a model?
-The risk is that you might not make back the amount you paid for the design, or it might not be popular enough to generate a significant return in gift cards.
Why does the speaker recommend uploading basic models even for those not good with CAD?
-The speaker recommends uploading basic models because they can still attract downloads and earn points, and with a bit of training, almost anyone can create basic CAD designs.
What is the speaker's advice for those who want to try out MakerWorld?
-The speaker advises trying out MakerWorld to take advantage of their current system, suggesting that one might be surprised by how many points they can collect and redeem for gift cards.
Why does the speaker mention that they are not sponsored by MakerWorld?
-The speaker mentions they are not sponsored by MakerWorld to clarify that their recommendation is based on personal experience and satisfaction with the service, not financial incentives.
Outlines
π Earning a Free Printer with Maker World's Point System
The speaker shares their experience of acquiring a bamboo lab p1s printer for free through the Maker World platform. They were inspired by a post in a Facebook group where someone received an X1 Carbon for free. After setting up a Maker World account, they discovered the point system which rewards users for uploading models, print profiles, and reviews. The points can be redeemed for bamboo lab projects or gift cards. The speaker emphasizes the ease of earning points by uploading designs, even basic ones, and suggests sharing models in social media groups to increase downloads and popularity. They also mention the option of paying someone to design a model if one is not skilled in CAD, which could potentially yield a return in gift cards.
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Keywords
π‘Makerworld
π‘Bamboo Lab P1S
π‘Point System
π‘Uploading Models
π‘Print Profiles
π‘Downloading Designs
π‘Facebook Groups
π‘Redeeming Points
π‘Gift Cards
π‘Slicers
π‘Reviewing Print Profiles
Highlights
Received a free 3D printer from Bamboo Lab without any payment
Discovered the opportunity on a Facebook group post
MakerWorld offers a point system for various activities
Points are also awarded for design downloads and reviews
Redeem points for Bamboo Lab projects or gift cards
Uploaded three previously designed models to start earning points
Designs gained popularity and increased points through downloads
Sharing models in Facebook groups boosted downloads and points
Non-CAD users can still earn points with basic model uploads
Uploading print profiles is another way to earn points on MakerWorld
Print profiles are 3MF files with optimal print settings
Points are earned continuously if a print profile becomes popular
Reviewing print profiles is an easy method to earn points
Consider hiring a designer to create models for uploading and potential profit
Risks are involved but there's potential for significant gift card rewards
The author is not sponsored by MakerWorld but recommends trying their system
MakerWorld's system is currently beneficial but may change
Using MakerWorld can lead to collecting and redeeming a substantial amount of points for gift cards