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How to Flag a Publisher on the Unity Asset Store

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Symptoms:

If you identify a publisher on the Unity Asset Store that violates the platform’s guidelines or policies, it is important to report such behavior to Unity Technologies. By doing so, you help maintain the integrity of the Asset Store and support a healthier, more ethical community. Below, this guide explains how to flag a publisher profile using a structured approach.

You may notice one or more of the following as signs of a potential violation by a publisher:

  • Misrepresentation of Assets: The publisher provides inaccurate, misleading, or fraudulent information about their products.
  • Intellectual Property (IP) Infringement: The publisher uses copyrighted or trademarked content without permission. To report this issue, click [Here]
  • Harmful or Offensive Content: The publisher’s materials contain inappropriate, harmful, or otherwise offensive content that violates Unity’s guidelines.
  • Policy Violations: The publisher engages in actions that breach Unity’s Asset Store EULA or Terms of Service.

If you notice any of these indicators, it may warrant flagging the publisher for review. If you are unsure of the issue, we recommend contacting the publisher to clarify.

 

Cause:

Asset Store violations typically fall into one of the following categories:

  • Negligence: The publisher inadvertently violates Unity's guidelines through mistakes or lack of knowledge.
  • Intentional Misconduct: The publisher knowingly engages in inappropriate or unethical behavior to gain an unfair advantage or mislead buyers.
  • Lack of Content Oversight: The publisher fails to monitor or maintain the quality, legality, or compliance of their uploaded materials.

Unity depends on user reports to detect and resolve these issues effectively.

 

Resolution:

To report a publisher profile and help Unity take corrective actions, follow the steps below:

Before you submit a report, please gather all available information about the violation and details of the infringing behavior.

How to Submit a Report:

  1. Look for a "Report this profile" button within the publisher profile on the Unity Asset Store.

     

  2. Describe the reason you flagged the publisher. Provide all the evidence you’ve collected to ensure Unity can investigate thoroughly.

 

Once submitted, Unity staff will review your report to assess the severity and validity of the violation.

Unity may not notify you about the outcome, but rest assured your report will be handled by the Unity Asset Store team.

 

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