Help & Knowledge Base

Frequently Asked Questions

Topic Philatelic Platform & Tools
Document ID ODD-FAQ-2026.1
Status Coming Soon (Beta Preview)
📬 Postal Dispatch // Knowledge Base Coming Soon

Our full interactive Help Center and Philatelic Handbook are currently in active preparation. Below is an early preview answering the most common questions from our beta community.

🔍 How does automatic cropping work?

Upload a full sheet, album page, or flatbed scan. Our smart vision algorithms detect individual stamp boundaries, de-skew slight rotations, and generate isolated specimen records ready for cataloging.

🔒 Are my collection scans private?

By default, your uploads and albums are completely private and visible only to you. You maintain total control and can selectively publish collections or virtual binders to your public Curio showcase whenever you want.

🛡️ Do you use my stamps to train public AI models?

Never. Scans submitted to Oddstamps are processed strictly in volatile memory for real-time vision inference. We never sell your data or license your high-resolution scans to third parties for model training.

🏷️ Does Oddstamps cost anything during beta?

The platform is currently operating on a complimentary Beta Preview basis with full access to Studio, Workshop, and Curio features. Any future optional tiers will be announced well in advance.

📦 Can I export my collection (Zero Lock-in)?

Yes. Oddstamps adheres to an absolute zero lock-in policy. You can export your catalog metadata and cropped stamp archives at any time—your physical collection belongs to you, and so does your digital archive.

🖨️ What scan resolution is recommended?

For optimal perforation analysis and sharp zoom details, flatbed scanner passes between 300 and 600 DPI on a contrasting black or white background provide the cleanest boundaries.

✉️ Have a question not listed here?

Encountered a curious specimen, have feedback on our segmentation pipeline, or need help? Reach out directly to our philatelic team at support@oddstamps.com.