Question 1

What is SeedArt?

Accepted Answer

SeedArt is a platform that bridges physical contemporary art with blockchain technology. We provide NFC-linked certificates of authenticity, limited digital editions, and a marketplace — all designed to protect artists, galleries, collectors, and heirs.

Question 2

Do I need to understand blockchain?

Accepted Answer

Not at all. You sign in with Google or Apple — no wallets or crypto to manage. Behind the scenes, SeedArt uses blockchain to guarantee that certificates are tamper-proof and royalties are automatic. The technology is invisible to you.

Question 3

How does NFC authentication work?

Accepted Answer

Each physical artwork contains a tamper-proof NFC chip. When scanned with a smartphone, it verifies the artwork's identity against the immutable Tezos blockchain record, establishing absolute provenance. This cryptographic link cannot be forged or duplicated.

Question 4

Are my crypto wallets secure?

Accepted Answer

Yes. If you log in using Web3Auth (Google/Social login), your keys are split into multiple fragments managed locally and securely. We do not have access to your private keys. Alternatively, you may connect an external hardware/software wallet which remains completely in your custody.

Question 5

What makes SeedArt different from other NFT platforms?

Accepted Answer

SeedArt focuses on physical art — not digital-only NFTs. Every certificate is linked to a real artwork via NFC chip, galleries physically verify authenticity, and royalties are enforced on-chain. We serve the entire art ecosystem: artists, galleries, collectors, and heirs.

Question 6

How exactly do royalties work?

Accepted Answer

Every time your work resells, you automatically receive a percentage of the price: 5% with Free plan, 5.5% with Creator, and 6% with Pro. For example, if your work resells for $10,000 and you have Pro plan, you receive $600. This is perpetual.

Question 7

What happens to my royalties when I'm gone?

Accepted Answer

They keep generating! You can designate heirs in your account. When you pass away, your royalties automatically transfer to your family or foundation. In 2050, your grandchildren could receive payments for a work you created today.

Question 8

Who owns the rights to my artwork?

Accepted Answer

You do — always. SeedArt never takes ownership of your intellectual property. The NFT certificate proves authenticity and provenance, while you retain full copyright. Galleries can exhibit and sell under delegation terms you define and can revoke.

Question 9

How does the gallery connection work?

Accepted Answer

Galleries can invite you to their network, or you can apply to join. If you accept, they can exhibit and sell your work — but you decide the terms. Temporary contracts, automatic revenue splitting, no permanent ties.

Question 10

What does it cost me as an artist?

Accepted Answer

Getting started is FREE. You can certify 3 editions and earn royalties on every resale without paying anything. Want more features? Creator costs $9/mo and Pro $29/mo — one artwork sale can cover years of subscription.

Question 11

How do I buy artwork on SeedArt?

Accepted Answer

Browse the marketplace, find an artwork you love, and purchase with a credit card or Apple Pay. No crypto knowledge needed — we handle the blockchain settlement behind the scenes. Your edition appears in your collection instantly.

Question 12

What are Limited Editions?

Accepted Answer

Limited Editions are digital collectibles tied to a physical artwork. Each edition is numbered (e.g., 3/50), recorded on blockchain, and comes with a certificate of authenticity. Owning an edition gives you provenance rights and potential resale value.

Question 13

How do I verify an artwork's authenticity?

Accepted Answer

Every certified artwork has an NFC chip or QR code. Scan it with your smartphone to instantly see the full provenance: artist, gallery, certification date, ownership history, and blockchain record. If it's not on SeedArt, it's not certified.

Question 14

Can I resell artworks I've purchased?

Accepted Answer

Yes! You can list your editions on the SeedArt marketplace at any time. When sold, the original artist and gallery automatically receive their royalty percentages — this is enforced by the smart contract, not by trust.

Question 15

What are Boards and how do I curate?

Accepted Answer

Boards are Pinterest-style collections where you organize and share artworks you love. Pin artworks from the marketplace, create themed boards, and share them publicly. If someone buys through your board, you earn a 2% curator referral fee.

Question 16

How does NFC certification work?

Accepted Answer

Stick the NFC chip on the artwork, scan it with your phone, and it's certified on blockchain. 30 seconds, no paperwork. The chip is anti-tamper — if manipulated, it destroys itself.

Question 17

How do I earn from resales?

Accepted Answer

Every time an artwork you certified resells, you automatically receive a percentage: 2% with Free plan, up to 3.5% with Enterprise. This is perpetual — no time limit.

Question 18

Can I certify works by deceased artists?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Heirs create an 'Estate Account' and you verify the legal documents. You can manage the artist's complete catalog under their name, with a memorial profile.

Question 19

Do we need technical expertise?

Accepted Answer

Zero technical knowledge required. Your team uses a simple dashboard — upload artwork photos, stick an NFC chip, scan with a phone. SeedArt handles blockchain, smart contracts, and payment processing behind the scenes.

Question 20

How much does it cost for galleries?

Accepted Answer

Starting is FREE. You can certify 10 artworks/month and earn on every resale without paying anything. Want more? Basic costs $69/mo, Premium $199/mo, Enterprise $499/mo.

Question 21

How does heir designation work?

Accepted Answer

Artists can designate up to 3 heirs from their account settings. Each heir receives an email invitation and links their wallet. Once accepted, the designation is recorded and ready — no legal process needed while the artist is alive.

Question 22

What happens when an artist passes away?

Accepted Answer

A platform administrator initiates a memorialization process with a 48-hour confirmation window. Once confirmed, the artist's profile becomes a memorial, and all accepted heirs are activated to receive royalties and manage the catalog.

Question 23

Can I receive royalties as an heir?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Once the artist's account is memorialized, all future edition sales and resales automatically route royalties to the designated heir's wallet. If there are per-artwork overrides, specific works can go to different heirs.

Question 24

How do I set up an Estate Account?

Accepted Answer

If the artist didn't designate heirs before passing, you can apply for an Estate Account. Submit legal documents (will, death certificate), and a gallery verifies your rights. Once approved, you can manage and tokenize the artist's works.

Question 25

What is the Refund Policy?

Accepted Answer

Due to the immutable nature of blockchains, secondary market NFT/Edition sales are final and cannot be refunded. However, for initial primary offerings directly from a gallery, a 14-day cancellation window applies per EU consumer protection laws, provided the digital certificate has not been transferred.

Question 26

Why do I need to pass KYC (Identity Verification)?

Accepted Answer

To comply with global Anti-Money Laundering (AML) standards, particularly the European MiCA framework, we require identity verification when transferring Fiat (USD/EUR) to cryptocurrency via our Bridge.xyz integration. This ensures a safe, legitimate marketplace for all collectors.

Question 27

Are my fiat withdrawals guaranteed?

Accepted Answer

Fiat withdrawals are processed by licensed, regulated custodial partners (e.g. Bridge). While the blockchain settles instantly, traditional bank wires (ACH, SEPA) require standard processing times (1-5 business days) subject to the receiving bank's compliance checks.

Question 28

How is my personal data protected?

Accepted Answer

SeedArt follows GDPR and EU data protection standards. Your personal data is encrypted, stored in secure European infrastructure, and never sold to third parties. You can request data export or deletion at any time from your account settings.

Question 29

What regulations does SeedArt comply with?

Accepted Answer

SeedArt operates under EU MiCA (Markets in Crypto-Assets) regulations, GDPR for data protection, and AML/KYC requirements for fiat-to-crypto conversions. RWA tokens follow ERC-3643 compliance standards with mandatory KYC for holders.

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