Frequently asked questions
AI card grading questions, answered
Learn what an image-based pre-grade can and cannot tell you, how to capture better card photos, and how CGA fits into a collector workflow.
FAQ
AI card grading
What is Card Grading AI?
Card Grading AI is a pre-grading and collection toolkit for trading cards. It analyzes card images to estimate condition, measures centering, and helps collectors organize cards and review market context.
How accurate is AI card grading?
There is no universal accuracy percentage that applies to every card or photo. Results depend on image quality, card design, defect visibility, and the limits of image-based analysis. Treat the estimate as decision support and inspect the physical card yourself.
Does an AI grade replace professional grading?
No. An AI result is an estimate designed to help with screening and collecting decisions. It is not an official grade, guarantee, appraisal, or substitute for an in-person assessment by a professional grading company.
Can Card Grading AI authenticate a card?
No. The app analyzes visible condition signals and does not certify authenticity, detect every alteration, or guarantee that a card is genuine. Use a qualified authenticator when authenticity is in question.
What condition areas are analyzed?
The grading workflow organizes visible signals into centering, corners, edges, and surface, then presents an estimated overall result with a condition breakdown.
FAQ
Cards and photos
Which cards can I analyze?
You can analyze Pokémon, sports cards, Magic: The Gathering, Yu-Gi-Oh!, One Piece, Disney Lorcana, and other trading cards with clear front-and-back images.
How do I get a more useful estimate?
Use sharp, high-resolution front-and-back photos, even lighting, a plain contrasting background, and a camera angle parallel to the card. Avoid sleeves, glare, shadows, filters, and cropped corners.
Should I remove the card from its sleeve?
For the clearest condition photos, remove sleeves, top loaders, and holders when it is safe to do so. Plastic can introduce glare, dust, scratches, and edge reflections that hide or imitate defects.
Why can two scans of the same card differ?
Changes in lighting, focus, crop, angle, background, glare, or compression can change what is visible in the images. Use the same controlled setup and retake any unclear photo before comparing results.
FAQ
Access, plans, and collection tools
Can I use Card Grading AI in a browser?
Yes. Card Grading AI is available as a web app and also has native apps for iPhone, iPad, and Android. Available features can vary by platform and plan.
What paid plans are available?
The website currently lists Monthly, Annual, and Lifetime options with USD reference prices on the public Pricing page. After you sign in, checkout shows the localized amount for your country, including tax and currency. Review that checkout total before you pay.
Can I save scans and organize my collection?
Card Grading AI includes grading history and collection tools. Depending on your platform and plan, you can save cards, browse available catalogs, track favorites, and review portfolio information.
How do I request help, a refund, or account deletion?
Use the Support page to contact the team. Separate Refund Policy and Delete Account pages explain the information to include and the process for each request.
More detail
Read the card condition guides
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