Question 1

What CAD file formats does CADDaddy support?

Accepted Answer

CADDaddy supports STEP, IGES, STL, 3MF, OBJ, FBX, GLTF/GLB, PLY, DAE, 3DS, and VRML for online viewing. We're continuously adding support for more formats.

Question 2

Is CADDaddy really free to use?

Accepted Answer

Yes, CADDaddy offers a free tier with 5 file views per month. Professional plans are available for higher usage with additional features and priority support.

Question 3

Do I need to install any software to use CADDaddy?

Accepted Answer

No installation required. CADDaddy works entirely in your web browser on any device - Windows, Mac, Linux, or mobile.

Question 4

How fast does CADDaddy load CAD files?

Accepted Answer

Most CAD files load in under 5 seconds. Our optimized viewer provides 60fps performance for smooth 3D navigation.

Question 5

Can I edit CAD files with CADDaddy?

Accepted Answer

CADDaddy offers light editing capabilities including transform, scale, and rotate operations. For full CAD editing, we recommend dedicated CAD software.

Question 6

How do I convert STEP to STL files?

Accepted Answer

Converting STEP to STL is easy with CADDaddy. Simply upload your STEP file, view it in our online converter, and export as STL. Our free STEP to STL converter works entirely in your browser with no software installation required.

Question 7

Is my CAD data secure with CADDaddy?

Accepted Answer

Yes, your files are processed securely. Files are processed in your browser when possible, and server processing uses encrypted connections with automatic deletion.