Instant Art Recognition
Simply point your camera at any masterpiece and discover its history, artist, and significance instantly. Whether you're in a museum or browsing online, knowledge is at your fingertips.
What is ArtScan?
ArtScan is a free AI-powered painting recognition app for iOS and Android that identifies artworks instantly from your camera or photo library. Point your phone at any painting in a museum, gallery, or book to discover the artist, title, year, artistic movement, and historical significance. With a database covering thousands of masterpieces from the Louvre, Met Museum, Uffizi, and museums worldwide, ArtScan is used by over 50,000 art lovers, students, and museum visitors in 11 languages.
Last updated: March 2026
Discover History's Artistic Geniuses
Enter a world where every brushstroke tells a story and each canvas hides a secret
Random Discovery Mode
Broaden your art knowledge with our random mode! Tap to explore a randomly chosen masterpiece. You never know which artistic treasure you'll discover next.
Save to Collection
Build your personal art collection! Save your favorite paintings and discoveries to revisit anytime. Create your own curated gallery of masterpieces.
Experience Art Like Never Before
Even if you're not an art expert, you've always loved visiting museums and admiring paintings. Yet, you often feel lost trying to join conversations about the pieces you see.
ArtScan was created to help you not only enjoy art more deeply but also engage confidently in discussions about history's greatest masterpieces.
Whether you stand in front of a renowned artwork or are curious about an online find, simply point your camera to learn its history and significance.
Available on iOS & Android
Download ArtScan free on your preferred platform and start your art discovery journey
iOS App
Full-featured experience for iPhone and iPad with seamless Art recognition, discovery mode, and collection features.
Android App
Powerful art identification for Android devices. Scan paintings, discover random masterpieces, and save to your collection.
Why Choose ArtScan?
Transform your museum visits and art appreciation with cutting-edge technology
Instant Results
Get immediate identification and detailed information about any painting in seconds
Accurate Recognition
Advanced AI technology ensures precise identification of artworks from around the world
Rich Content
Access comprehensive information about artists, techniques, and historical context
Global Coverage
Discover masterpieces from museums worldwide, from the Louvre to the MoMA
What Art Lovers Say
Join thousands of users who have transformed their art experience
This app completely changed how I experience museums. I can finally participate in art discussions with confidence!
The Van Gogh recognition is incredible! I discovered so many details about his paintings I never knew before.
The random discovery feature is addictive! I've learned about so many artists I'd never heard of.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about ArtScan
How accurate is ArtScan's painting recognition?+
ArtScan uses advanced AI trained on thousands of verified artworks from major museum collections worldwide, achieving a recognition success rate of over 95% for well-known paintings. The AI analyzes visual features including brushwork patterns, color palettes, and composition to identify artworks with high precision.
Is ArtScan free to use?+
Yes, ArtScan is free to download on both iOS and Android. You get free scans to try the app, and can unlock unlimited scanning with a premium subscription that also includes ad-free experience and full access to all features.
Can I use ArtScan in any museum?+
Yes! ArtScan works in museums, galleries, and exhibitions worldwide. Simply point your camera at any painting to get instant information. It's been used by visitors at the Louvre, Met Museum, Uffizi Gallery, Prado, and thousands of other museums around the world.
How does ArtScan compare to Google Lens for art?+
While Google Lens provides general image search, ArtScan is purpose-built for art identification. ArtScan delivers richer art-specific information including artistic movement, historical context, artist biography, and related works. It also features a random discovery mode, personal collection saving, and daily art tips โ features not available in general-purpose image search tools.
What languages does ArtScan support?+
ArtScan is available in 11 languages: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Catalan, Danish, Finnish, Dutch, and Swedish. The app automatically detects your device language and presents all content โ including artwork descriptions and art tips โ in your preferred language.
Does ArtScan work offline?+
ArtScan requires an internet connection for the most accurate and up-to-date artwork information, as the AI recognition runs on our cloud servers. We recommend connecting to museum Wi-Fi or using mobile data for the best experience.
Can I identify a painting from a photo or screenshot?+
Yes! ArtScan can identify paintings from your camera, photo library, or screenshots. Whether you see a painting on social media, in a book, or on a poster, simply load the image into ArtScan and the AI will identify it instantly.
Is ArtScan available on both iPhone and Android?+
Yes! ArtScan is available for free download on the Apple App Store for iPhone and iPad, and on the Google Play Store for Android devices. Both versions include the same full-featured experience with painting recognition, discovery mode, and collection features.
Start Your Artistic Journey Today
Download ArtScan free on iOS or Android and unlock the stories behind every masterpiece
