Question 1

What is Tocuro?

Accepted Answer

Tocuro is for people who love collecting antique and vintage design. Whether you are a serious collector, a weekend thrift hunter, or just curious about a piece in your home, Tocuro helps you identify, value, and catalog your finds instantly, giving you one place for all your collecting.

Question 2

Who is Tocuro for?

Accepted Answer

Tocuro is for collectors, not sellers, inspiring a new generation to embrace collecting. Whether you are cataloging a lifetime of finds, learning to collect with intention, or curious about pieces you already own, Tocuro meets you where you are.

Question 3

How does Tocuro work?

Accepted Answer

Upload a photo of any furniture, lighting, or decorative object and Tocuro analyzes visual details and market data to suggest an identification that includes style, era, potential maker or designer, and an estimated value range. You can save pieces to your collection or add them to your watch list to track what you own and what you are hunting for.

Question 4

What kinds of items can Tocuro identify?

Accepted Answer

Tocuro recognizes furniture, lighting, and decorative objects, both marked and unmarked, across major design eras including mid-century modern, art deco, Victorian, Scandinavian modern, postmodern, and newer designs. From iconic Eames chairs to mystery flea market lamps, if it has defining characteristics, Tocuro can help identify it.

Question 5

Why is Tocuro different from using Google Lens or a marketplace search?

Accepted Answer

Generic image search tools surface pages of similar images but lack design context; they cannot explain why a piece matters or what it is worth. Marketplaces are built for selling, not collecting, and leave you juggling multiple apps to research, document, and organize. Tocuro does it all in one place: it structures knowledge about each piece and lets you build a catalog that tells the story of your collection.

Question 6

What does Tocuro mean?

Accepted Answer

The name Tocuro combines the Latin root curare, "to care for," with the English word to, forming a phrase-like name meaning "to care for." It reflects the platform's purpose: caring for objects, their stories, and the act of collecting itself.

Question 7

Do I need to download an app?

Accepted Answer

No download is required. The public test version runs directly in Safari or Chrome on iPhone or Android, and it is not designed for desktop use.

Question 8

What makes a good photo for identification?

Accepted Answer

The better the picture, the more accurate the identification. Focus on the item without distractions or background noise. For lamps, photograph the base unless the shade is a distinct part of the design. Clear, well-lit photos with visible details work best.

Question 9

What can I track in my collection?

Accepted Answer

Tocuro helps you build a complete picture of what you own and what you are looking for. For each piece you save, you can record the asking price, purchase price, and source. Your dashboard organizes everything so you can view your collection by value, style, designer, category, or maker.

Question 10

What is the difference between "Saved" and "Watching"?

Accepted Answer

Saved items are pieces you own and track in your collection. Watching items are part of your wishlist, pieces you are interested in but have not purchased yet. Only saved items appear in your dashboard and count toward your total collection value.

Question 11

Can I add notes or edit details about my pieces?

Accepted Answer

Not yet. Tocuro provides the identification including all item details, and you decide whether to add that piece to your collection or watch list. You can enter the asking price, purchase price, sold price, and the source where you acquired it.

Question 12

How does Tocuro organize my collection?

Accepted Answer

Your dashboard offers two views: Value shows total estimated worth and compares what you paid versus current estimates, while Style highlights the breakdown of eras, designers, and categories. Use filters for category, type, designer, or maker to dive deeper.

Question 13

How accurate are the identifications?

Accepted Answer

When identifications are accurate, they include richer details you can explore. When certainty is lower, you will see fewer specifics, and you always have the option to approve or decline any identification. Tocuro is not a substitute for appraisal or authentication from a domain expert.

Question 14

How does Tocuro estimate value?

Accepted Answer

Each identification captures a snapshot of current market value based on recent comparable sales across marketplaces, auction results, and dealer listings. Because markets fluctuate with condition, provenance, and demand, Tocuro provides estimated ranges rather than exact prices.

Question 15

What if Tocuro cannot identify my piece?

Accepted Answer

Tocuro always shares as much information as it can determine with predetermined confidence levels. The system is not designed to decline outright; instead you will see an identification with fewer details when the match is less specific.

Question 16

Do value estimates update over time?

Accepted Answer

Not yet. Each identification records value at that moment. Your total collection value changes when you add or remove pieces, but individual estimates do not update automatically. Live market tracking is planned for a future release.

Question 17

What does the "Gain" badge mean?

Accepted Answer

Gain (or loss) reflects the difference between what you paid for a piece and its estimated market value at identification time. It helps you spot good deals, but values can change based on condition, trends, and other factors.

Question 18

Why did my collection value change?

Accepted Answer

Your total collection value is the sum of estimated values for saved pieces. The total rises as you add new identifications and falls when you remove or archive them. Since individual items do not update yet, changes reflect the pieces you manage, not live market shifts.

Question 19

Does Tocuro track value because it is for flipping furniture?

Accepted Answer

No. Tocuro tracks value because it is part of understanding any collection. Whether you have a budget or not, financial insight helps you appreciate what you own. The deeper value lies in building knowledge, curating taste, and preserving the stories behind each piece.

Question 20

Can I use Tocuro to price items I want to sell?

Accepted Answer

Use Tocuro's estimates as a starting point, but remember that condition, provenance, and timing influence final prices. If you plan to sell something significant, seek a professional appraisal and do your due diligence.

Question 21

What happens to my photos?

Accepted Answer

We use photos internally to study the system and improve based on real-world use, and we do not sell or share them publicly. For full details, review the Privacy Policy.

Question 22

Can I delete my collection or account?

Accepted Answer

Account deletion is not available in-app yet, but you can email info@tocuro.app anytime to request data destruction and account removal.

Question 23

Where does Tocuro stand today?

Accepted Answer

Tocuro is in public testing. We are inviting people to try it, share feedback, and help shape the experience. Access is free during this period so early users can explore the tool and tell us what works.

Question 24

Is Tocuro really free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Tocuro is free during public testing so we can learn from real-world use before a wider launch. You get access, and we receive feedback that makes the product better.

Question 25

Who built Tocuro?

Accepted Answer

Tocuro was built by Nathan, a hobbyist collector whose passion is antique and vintage furniture and decor. He loves mid-century modern and Regency furniture, vintage art and cookbooks, global textiles, craft and decorative ceramics like splatterware, and a lot of other pieces outside those categories. He keeps a low profile online but you can see he's a real person on   LinkedIn .

Question 26

How can I give feedback or report a problem?

Accepted Answer

We welcome feedback. Use the in-app feedback option on the identification results screen or email info@tocuro.app. Public testing means we are actively iterating, and your input directly shapes the roadmap.

Question 27

Will Tocuro always be free?

Accepted Answer

During public testing, Tocuro is completely free. After testing, we will explore sustainable models while keeping the core experience accessible for collectors and communicating any changes well in advance.

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