Opera-ID (patent pending) is a web application developed by Veralinx to recognize and verify works of art directly from your smartphone camera.
Thanks to its image recognition algorithms, Opera-ID:
• Exclusively identifies artworks already registered on Veralinx that have undergone the enrollment process on the platform.
• Works with two-dimensional artworks (paintings, photos, graphics, prints), but is currently unable to identify three-dimensional works such as sculptures.
Why it only works on smartphones
Opera-ID relies on camera sensors and geolocation:
• As a mobile application, it is not designed for use on desktop or laptop computers.
• If you try to use it on a computer, it will not function.
How to install Opera-ID on a smartphone
Open your mobile browser (e.g., Chrome on Android, Safari on iOS).
Access the app here.
Add the app to your Home Screen:
Android (Chrome): from the main menu, select “Add to Home screen.”
iOS (Safari): tap the “Share” icon (square with an upward arrow) and choose “Add to Home Screen.”
Usage
Launch Opera-ID from the icon on your Home Screen. (Each step only requires one button press)
Authorize geolocation (this occurs only the first time).
Log in with your Veralinx credentials.
The app performs geolocation; wait a few seconds.
The central button activates the camera:
Frame the artwork frontally, in good lighting conditions
Take the photo
Press the button to send the image to the server
Wait for matching and image storage on the server
View the results: if the artwork is recognized with a matching index, you can access its Artwork Card by tapping “View Card,” and view the transaction by tapping “blockchain.”
Limitations
• Only two-dimensional works (paintings, photographs, graphics).
• Does not recognize sculptures or three-dimensional installations.
• Identifies only artworks already registered on Veralinx.
Make sure your smartphone’s camera and geolocation features are enabled. If you have any questions or concerns, contact us.
