Is Anchorpoint a layer above Git?

Technically, yes. Anchorpoint uses Git under the hood and extends it with its own file locking and asset management features like tagging, comments, etc.

Do I need to learn how to use Git to manage my 3D assets?

Not at all. We focus on non-technical users who want to do their work with as little interaction with the production pipeline as possible. Anchorpoint handles the technical Git parts in the background, providing you with a simple interface for file distribution and asset reviews.

How do you handle security?

Anchorpoint handles security by separating your production data from your metadata, ensuring that you maintain full control over your intellectual property. Anchorpoint does not host your production data (such as Unreal Engine projects, 3D models, or source code). Your files remain on your Git server (e.g., GitHub, Azure DevOps, or GitLab) or your local storage. We use standard Git protocols like SSH and HTTPS for all data transfers. Metadata such as file locks, tags, and annotations are handled by the Anchorpoint Cloud to enable real-time collaboration. This data is encrypted and separated from your actual project files. For studios with high security requirements or strict compliance needs, we offer a self-hosted version of the Anchorpoint server on our Organization plan. This allows you to host the entire Anchorpoint infrastructure on your own AWS, Azure, or private cloud, keeping both your files and your metadata within your own perimeter.

Is Anchorpoint available as a cloud version?

While your production data lives on Git providers like GitHub, Azure DevOps, or Gitea Cloud, Anchorpoint uses its own cloud backend to synchronize metadata—such as file locks, tags, and annotations—across your team in real-time. This setup ensures that your heavy project files are handled by your Git infrastructure, where also your code files are deployed.

Anchorpoint for CAD

Build better products

Use Unreal Engine to create stunning visualizations and organize your designs in an easy way with Anchorpoint.

Why mechanical designers benefit from Anchorpiont

A unified Git ecosystem enables seamless collaboration between designers and mechanical and software engineers.

Work with software developers on one platform

Bridge the gap between design and code by using a single Git-based ecosystem. Designers and developers can collaborate in one workspace, ensuring everyone is working on the latest version of the project.

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Large CAD model support

Handle massive binary files and CAD data efficiently using automated Git LFS management. Anchorpoint keeps your repository fast and responsive, even when dealing with complex engineering models.

Work with Unreal Engine

Without version control, your project files will become corrupted. Anchorpoint offers a frictionless way to back up, share and easily manage your production files.

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Asset management

Centralize your source files and design assets in a searchable, organized library. Use metadata to track the status of different components and ensure a smooth handoff between departments.

File locking

Never lose work when two people edit the same file at the same time.

How locking works

Review tools

Comment and annotate any model without using an external review tool

Notifications

Notify your team when you push a commit so they know exactly when to pull or start a review.

With Anchorpoint our 3D Artists and developers work even more efficiently on projects together. Everything is compactly organized in one pipeline. Thumbnails and full resolution previews make work even more productive.

René Frasek

3D Artist & Product Owner  
GETPIONEERS GmbH

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