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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about WristRoster.

Getting started

What is WristRoster?

WristRoster is a watch collection management platform. It lets you catalogue watches you own or want, log wears, track values, generate reports, and import existing spreadsheets.

Is there a free plan?

Yes. The Free plan lets you track up to 5 watches with catalogue search, core collection tracking, wear logging, notes, and photos. No credit card is required to create an account.

How do I add my first watch?

From your dashboard, select Add Watch. Search by brand, family, nickname, factory, or reference number. Choose a catalogue result, review the pre-filled details, add your ownership information, and save.

Can I add watches that are not in the catalogue?

Yes. When a search does not return the correct result, you can add the watch manually. Independent brands, custom watches, discontinued pieces, and unusual variants are supported.

Collection and data

How accurate is the catalogue data?

Catalogue information can come from manufacturer records, WatchBase, dealer listings, WristRoster review, and community submissions. Source information is preserved so you can see where important specifications came from.

Can I change catalogue information for my own watch?

Yes. Catalogue information is used as a starting point. You can override individual values for your own watch without changing the shared catalogue record used by other collectors.

Can I track watches I have sold or want to buy?

Yes. Watches can be marked as Wishlist, On order, In transit, In collection, or Sold. Sold and wishlist watches remain in your roster with their associated history and notes.

Can I add notes and modifications?

Each watch supports notes for modifications, replacement parts, servicing, strap changes, observations, and other information specific to that watch.

Wear tracking

How does wear logging work?

From your dashboard, collection, or watch detail page, select Log wear. Today is selected automatically, and you can optionally add an occasion or short note.

Can I log past wears?

Yes. You can select an earlier date when recording a wear, making it possible to add entries you forgot to log at the time.

What wear statistics are available?

WristRoster can show wear totals, last-worn dates, most-worn watches, recently worn watches, and pieces that have not been worn for a while.

Market values

Where do market value estimates come from?

Market values may come from dealer listings, marketplace information, recorded sales, or values entered by the owner. Each value should include its source and capture date when available.

How are gain and loss figures calculated?

Gain or loss compares the recorded purchase price with the latest estimated value or recorded sale price. These figures are collection estimates and should not be treated as professional appraisals.

Import and export

What file formats does import support?

The planned importer supports CSV and XLSX spreadsheets. It reads column headings, suggests matching WristRoster fields, and lets you review the mapping before importing.

What happens if my spreadsheet contains errors?

The import preview identifies invalid or incomplete rows before anything is saved. You can correct the original file, update the mapping, or skip individual rows.

Can I export my collection?

Yes. Collection data will be exportable so you can keep your own backup and move your records elsewhere when needed.

Account and billing

What happens if I cancel a paid plan?

Paid access remains available until the end of the current billing period. Your collection is not automatically deleted when a subscription ends.

Which payment methods are supported?

Available payment methods will depend on the payment provider selected for launch. The final supported cards and digital wallets will be listed before paid subscriptions are enabled.

Do you offer annual billing?

Monthly and annual billing are planned for paid subscriptions. Final pricing and annual discounts will be confirmed before launch.

Ready to organize your collection?

Create a free WristRoster account and begin building a complete, private record of your watches.