Track artworks, manage locations, and store documents in an AI-powered system built with AI you customize to fit your gallery workflow.




Customize your setup with the exact views your gallery needs. Add cataloging blocks and sales records as your collection evolves—no code needed.






Connect spreadsheets, CRMs, and location trackers with real-time sync—or manage everything in Softr Databases. Create a single source of truth for your art collection.
Give curators and registrars the right tools and access. Set up secure logins, user groups, and granular permissions—no IT support or dev work needed.
Give gallery assistants, curators, and managers tailored access and dashboards, so each role sees just the artwork records they need.
Give gallery assistants, curators, and managers tailored access and dashboards, so each role sees just the artwork records they need.
Streamline operations with Softr Workflows. Trigger native notifications for exhibition deadlines or automatically update artwork status on location changes.
Access and update your art inventory on the go from your phone or tablet—perfect for checking stock in the warehouse or at an art fair.
Use Google, email, or SSO logins to give your gallery team fast, secure access to your inventory—no IT tickets or complex passwords needed.
Keep high-value collection data safe with SOC2 and GDPR compliance, plus fine-tuned access control that protects your sensitive gallery records.
No more one-size-fits-all tools or costly custom builds. Softr is easy to use and fully customizable, so you can launch faster, adapt as you grow, and skip the complexity of traditional software.

Build your art inventory management in minutes with AI—no manual database setup or complex configuration needed.

Add features like valuation dashboards or appraisal workflows as your collection grows—without starting from scratch.

Start with inventory, then add sales portals, lead forms, or exhibition tools—all in one place with no extra cost.
Co-build with AI
Simply describe what you need. Let Softr handle everything - Interface, database, workflows.
Iterate with AI or visually
Control most critical parts of your app yourself - roles, permissions, security.
Ship the same day
Invite team members or external clients and partners right away. No developer handover.
Use drag-and-drop blocks to build a portal that looks sleek and modern out of the box. Add only the features you need, and iterate as your workflows evolve.




An art inventory management system is a secure digital space where gallery owners, collectors, or artists can track their entire collection, including high-resolution images, provenance documents, pricing, and storage locations. It keeps all artwork details in one place, so you don't have to rely on scattered spreadsheets or physical catalogs. This makes it easier to stay organized and provide a professional experience for curators and buyers.
Softr is the first AI-native platform for building business software. It makes it easy to build an art inventory management app that fits the specific way you catalog and sell your collection. You can describe your unique curation needs to the AI Co-Builder to instantly generate your artwork database, gallery pages, and acquisition logic—already connected and secure.
You don't need to code anything. You can start by generating with AI, using an inventory template, or building from scratch. Everything runs on Softr Databases, the native, relational database built into the platform, or you can connect external tools like Airtable or Google Sheets where you might already keep your artist lists. You have full control to adjust the visual gallery layouts, decide which price tiers are visible to which collectors, and brand it to match your gallery's aesthetic. It's quick to get up and running and flexible enough to scale from a private collection to a commercial gallery.
You can include a wide range of features in your art inventory management system, depending on your curation workflow. A great art app usually mixes visual functional blocks with AI-powered intelligence:
- AI-Powered Intelligence – Use Ask AI to let staff query the collection conversationally, or set up Database AI Agents to automatically generate descriptive tags or artist bios for new pieces.
- Vibe Coding Blocks – Build custom UI elements—like an interactive 360-degree artwork viewer—using the AI Code block to "vibe code" exactly what your collectors need.
- Softr Workflows – Build native automations (like an automatic appraisal reminder) that trigger notifications or sync data whenever a piece is sold or a maintenance record is updated.
- User Portals & Logins – Securely manage access so internal curators see acquisition costs while public visitors only see the retail price and artist statement.
- Forms & Data Collection – Capture new intake information with custom forms for condition reports, file uploads for certificates of authenticity, and conditional logic.
- Dashboards & Charts – Visualize your collection's total value, sales performance, and category distribution with real-time charts and summaries.
- Lists & Advanced Filtering – Display your catalog with searchable masonry galleries, kanban boards for exhibition planning, and detailed record views for every masterpiece.
Everything is built using Softr's drag-and-drop blocks, so you can create these features without writing code. If your exhibition needs change, it's easy to update the inventory portal later.
Vibe coding is all about moving fast and using AI to build exactly what you need for your collection. You can "vibe code" art inventory management in Softr by simply describing your requirements—like tracking artist provenance or medium categories—to the AI Co-Builder. Softr then generates a production-ready app on top of a stable, secure foundation.
Unlike other tools that just generate raw, fragile code, Softr handles the "boring 80%"—like secure image hosting, user authentication for staff, and database logic—natively. This means you get the speed of vibe coding without the "Day Two" headaches of managing raw code for your valuable assets. You describe your gallery's workflow, Softr builds it, and it’s ready for your team or clients instantly.
Yes. You can manage multiple artists, estates, or physical gallery locations in a single portal. Each artist or branch manager only sees the specific artworks and sales data assigned to them, based on their login and role. This is useful for agencies representing multiple creators or consultancies working with various private collectors simultaneously.
Yes, you can. You don't need to bring your artwork data from somewhere else to start building with Softr. If you're starting a new collection from scratch, you can use Softr Databases, which is built into the platform and integrates perfectly with the gallery and catalog views you build.
But if you already have pieces listed in tools like Airtable, Google Sheets, HubSpot, or SQL, you can connect those too. You can also use the REST API connector to bring in data from auction house feeds or other sources. Either way, you have full control over how your artwork metadata is structured and displayed in your inventory system.
Softr Databases is the recommended native, relational data source for your art inventory. It is built explicitly for business apps, offering the highest performance for high-res image loading, instant automation triggers for sales, and a lightning-fast experience because the artwork data is native to the platform.
If you already have your catalog elsewhere, Softr also connects to 17+ external data sources. You can connect to Airtable, Google Sheets, HubSpot, SmartSuite, and more. You can even integrate multiple data sources into the same app—so your portal could pull in sales records from Softr Databases and artist contact info from HubSpot at once. Most sources support real-time, two-way sync, so any updates to a piece's status in your app stay in sync automatically.
Yes, Softr gives you full control over how visitors and staff experience your art inventory portal. You can customize the layout, navigation, and content to match your gallery's branding. Each gallery block can be shown or hidden based on who's logged in, so a casual browser only sees public works while a VIP collector sees exclusive acquisitions.
You can also set up different user roles, such as Registrar, Sales Associate, or VIP Collector—and define exactly what each role can view or edit. For example, collectors can see only their own purchase history, while the Registrar can manage all condition reports and transit records. This level of customization is essential for maintaining the privacy and security of high-value inventory.
Yes, you can fully white-label your art inventory portal in Softr. Use your own logo, sophisticated brand colors, custom fonts, and a custom domain to make the platform feel like a high-end extension of your gallery or studio. You can also remove all Softr branding, so your high-net-worth clients only see your company's prestigious identity throughout their browsing experience.
Yes, you can. Softr gives you a lot of flexibility to control both the design and layout of your art inventory management system. You can adjust spacing to give pieces more "breathing room," select elegant fonts, and structure pages to match your aesthetic. You can choose how each exhibition page is laid out and set specific visibility rules for your staff.
To display your art data, you can add different types of blocks depending on your needs:
- Table blocks – to show structured data like price lists, dimensions, or shipping logs.
- List or Card blocks – to highlight visual artwork galleries with high-quality thumbnails.
- Detail View – to show one masterpiece at a time, including provenance and condition notes.
- Forms – for intake of new artwork or loan requests.
- Charts – to show collection growth or sales trends.
- Calendar blocks – to display exhibition dates or maintenance schedules.
If your curation style changes later, it's easy to make updates right in the visual builder.
Softr is built with security in mind, which is critical for valuable art assets. All data is encrypted in transit and at rest, and your inventory app is hosted on secure, reliable infrastructure. Softr apps give you full control over who can see sensitive details like insurance values or storage locations. You can set up role-based permissions, manage users directly in your database, and apply global restrictions to protect private collector information.
For apps using Softr Databases, your data is stored in a secure environment with SOC 2 Type II compliance. For apps connected to external sources like Airtable or SQL, Softr doesn't store your sensitive artwork data—it just displays it in real time based on your secure access settings. You're always in control of your records and who can view or edit valuation data.
It is fully production-ready. Unlike many AI tools that just "vibe code"—generating fragile code that is hard to maintain or secure—Softr builds your art inventory system on top of a stable, business-grade foundation.
We handle the "boring 80%" (like secure logins for collectors, image hosting, and granular permissions for staff) natively. This solves the "Day Two" problem of AI: you get the speed of instant generation without the headache of managing raw, unreliable code for your gallery. Your app is secure, scalable, and ready for your curators or clients to use from day one.
Softr is the first AI-native platform for building business software. Unlike niche art management tools that lock you into a fixed workflow, or traditional no-code tools that require manual configuration, Softr's AI Co-Builder creates custom apps on top of a secure, production-ready foundation.
What sets it apart is the hybrid advantage: you can use AI to generate your artwork database and gallery pages in minutes, then use visual controls for precise branding. You get the speed of AI with the reliability of business-grade infrastructure (auth, roles, permissions, and hosting) already built-in. It's designed for gallery owners and artists who want a professional inventory solution without needing a tech team.
Yes. Softr supports powerful native workflows and a wide range of integrations so you can connect your inventory to the rest of your art business. You can automate tasks using Softr Workflows—like sending an automated invoice when a piece is marked as sold—or sync with tools like Stripe for payments and Intercom for collector inquiries. Softr also supports REST API and webhooks for more advanced needs.
Whether you need to send shipment tracking to a buyer or display latest auction data from other tools, you can build it into your art management portal without writing code.
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