As a consumer of 3D freebies I can certainly see the advantage in Renderosity's policy of no longer allowing uploads to feature external download links. It is frustrating when you find just the right freebie only to discover that the creator's external link doesn't work anymore.

However, as a creator of some 3D freebies, myself, I also see the advantage in being able to advertise your own web site on renderosity via the freebie uploads area. I recently signed up with ShareCG where I can actually make a few skimpy bucks on my freebies, only to find out that I can't post links to my ShareCG freebies in the renderosity freebie section.

I can see both sides of the issue. My question is, is there a compromise or a solution that will satisfy both consumer and producer? I mean, I spend hours creating this stuff only to give it away for free. Granted, it is a labor of love, however, I would love to be able to make a few extra bucks on my labor. Who can't use a few extra bucks in this crappy economy?

I would like to hear the opinions of others, especially if anyone can think of a solution to this dilemma.

Thanks in advance for your ideas.

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