Frequently Asked Questions

Click on "Get an Appraisal" in the main menu, upload clear photos of your item from multiple angles, provide a detailed description, and submit. Our AI will analyze your item and provide an instant valuation.

InstAppraisal specializes in antiques, collectibles, art, jewelry, coins, stamps, silver, furniture, vintage items, pottery, glassware, books, memorabilia, and more. Our AI is trained on millions of items across hundreds of categories. If it's collectible or has potential value, we can likely appraise it!

Our AI appraisals are typically accurate within 15-20% of actual market value for most items. We base our valuations on analysis of millions of recent sales from auction houses, online marketplaces, and dealer transactions. However, for insurance purposes, estate settlements, or legal matters, we recommend supplementing our AI appraisal with an in-person evaluation by a certified appraiser. Our appraisals are excellent for general knowledge, buying/selling decisions, and collection management.

We support JPG/JPEG, PNG, GIF, and WebP image formats. Each image can be up to 10MB in size. For best results, use high-resolution images (at least 1024x768 pixels) in JPG or PNG format.

Currently, InstAppraisal is a web-based platform optimized for both desktop and mobile browsers. You can access all features through your mobile browser at instappraisal.com. We're considering developing dedicated iOS and Android apps based on user demand.

AI appraisals are instant! As soon as you submit your photos and description, our AI analyzes your item and provides a detailed valuation report within seconds. There's no waiting period - you get immediate results 24/7.

We recommend uploading 3-6 photos for most items. Include: 1) Overall front view, 2) Back or reverse side, 3) Any signatures, marks, or labels, 4) Close-ups of important details or decorations, 5) Any damage or condition issues, 6) Something for scale reference. More complex items like furniture or paintings may benefit from additional angles.

Yes, all appraisals are automatically saved to your account forever. You can access them anytime from your "My Appraisals" dashboard. Each appraisal can be downloaded as a professional PDF report, perfect for insurance documentation or resale purposes.

Yes! Every appraisal can be exported as a professional PDF report. The PDF includes all photos, detailed description, valuation, comparable sales, and market analysis. These reports are suitable for insurance documentation, estate planning, or potential buyers.

If you believe the valuation is incorrect, first check that all item details and photos were clear and accurate. You can edit and resubmit for a new appraisal. Additionally, post in our community forums where expert collectors can provide second opinions. For high-value items, consider getting an in-person professional appraisal.

Yes, but each item needs its own separate appraisal. Professional and Dealer plan members can upload items more quickly with our bulk upload feature. Free users can submit 3 appraisals per month, Hobbyist users get 30 per month, and Professional users get unlimited appraisals.

Free users get 3 appraisals per month, access to basic search tools, can view public appraisals, participate in community discussions, and save all their appraisals permanently. It's perfect for casual collectors or those just starting out.

Visit the Pricing page and choose either the Hobbyist plan (30 appraisals/month) or Professional plan (unlimited appraisals). Click "Upgrade" and enter your payment information. Your upgrade is instant and you can start using additional features immediately.

Yes, you can cancel your subscription anytime from your account settings. There are no cancellation fees or penalties. You'll continue to have access to paid features until the end of your current billing period, and all your saved appraisals remain accessible even after downgrading.

We accept all major credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover) and debit cards through our secure payment processor, Stripe. All payments are processed securely and we never store your card information on our servers.

We offer a 7-day money-back guarantee for new subscribers. If you're not satisfied with our service within the first 7 days, contact support for a full refund. After 7 days, subscriptions are non-refundable but you can cancel anytime to prevent future charges.

Upload a clear photo of your silver hallmark or search our database by country, maker, date, and city. Our database contains over 50,000 hallmarks from around the world. The tool will identify the maker, date, silver purity, and origin of your piece. It covers British, American, European, and other international silver marks.

Yes! Our Coin Finder supports coins from over 200 countries and territories. Simply upload photos of both sides of your coin, and our AI will identify the country, denomination, year, mint mark, and provide current market values for different grades. It works with ancient coins, world coins, and modern currency.

Our Stamp Finder uses advanced AI to detect rare varieties, printing errors, and valuable stamps that might look ordinary. It checks for inverted centers, missing colors, perforation varieties, watermark differences, and other valuable errors. It can identify stamps from most countries and provides Scott catalog numbers when available.

InstAppraisal works on all modern browsers including Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, and Opera. For best experience, we recommend using the latest version of Chrome or Firefox. The site is fully responsive and works on tablets and smartphones too.

We currently don't offer a public API, but this is on our roadmap for business and enterprise users. If you're interested in API access for bulk appraisals or integration with your existing systems, please contact our support team to discuss your needs.