Question 1

Is YardForge really free to use?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Everyone joins on Free: 8 saved courses · full 2D designer · stride calculator · FEI/BS validation · watermarked PDF export — no credit card. Clean PDFs, 3D and AR ship on Pro.

Question 2

Can I design a real club or BS course on Free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Free includes the full 2D designer, live FEI/BS (and Hunter / Unaffiliated) validation, stride checks and watermarked master/athlete/builder/judge PDF plans for up to 8 courses. Clean unbranded PDFs, 3D and AR are on Pro. YardForge validation and stride tools are planning aids only. They do not replace a qualified course designer, technical delegate, or official course inspection. Courses are built and jumped at your own risk. YardForge is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or an official product of the FEI or British Showjumping.

Question 3

Can I export courses to PDF or print?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Free includes watermarked PDF export (master, athlete, builder and judge plans). Clean unbranded PDFs, 3D viewer and AR walk-through are on Pro and School & Venue.

Question 4

Can instructors teach and sell guides on Free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Instructor profiles, clinics and free training guides work without a paid designer plan. Paid guide sales use the marketplace fee (instructors keep about 80% after the platform share). Pro is for designer extras — not a paywall on teaching.

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