Private Repositories: Create your own Image Database

By  Markus | Apr 7, 2025
Private Repositories: Create your own Image Database

Have you ever wanted to create your own private publication database to check papers against? With our newest feature, Private Repository, you can do precisely that. We have just launched this feature and made it available to all customers.

Upload figures and documents to build your own publication database, and when you run a scan, the system will automatically compare images in the scanned paper to those in your repository. If duplicates are detected, they will appear highlighted on the results page. For more details, check out the instructions in the application.

Whether you are investigating retracted literature, screening incoming manuscripts, or tracking your own group’s submissions, private repositories offer a flexible way to monitor figure reuse over time. You can use it to create an archive of previously reviewed papers, check image reuse across submissions from the same lab, or screen against known publications. The feature supports both figures and documents, and integrates directly into your scanning workflow—no extra steps required.

All content in the private repository is bound to your account and cannot be seen or used by any other user.

We store your data securely using industry standards. Learn more in our data privacy policy.

Access your first Private Repository for free

All users now have access to one free private repository to begin building their own image database. This allows you to upload and scan documents against your own collection of figures, with up to 50 MB of storage included at no additional cost. If your needs grow, such as monitoring a larger set of publications or collaborating across a team, you can easily upgrade to a higher storage plan. 

  • One private repository will be available to all users at no cost
  • Includes 50 MB of secure storage
  • Upgrade options are available to both One-Off Package and Yearly Plan users
  • All data remains private to your account (or organization, if using shared repositories)

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Frequently asked questions

Imagetwin is software designed to detect integrity issues in figures of scientific articles. It helps identify inappropriate manipulations and duplications in various figure types, including western blots, microscopy images, and light photography.

Imagetwin is beneficial for researchers, peer reviewers, journal editors, and institutions aiming to uphold the quality and trustworthiness of scientific publications by ensuring the integrity of visual data.

Users can upload a PDF or multiple image files to Imagetwin. The software then scans the content using algorithms and vast databases of published scientific figures to detect potential integrity issues. Within seconds, results are presented through a web interface, highlighting any detected problems for review.

Yes, we prioritize data privacy and security, ensuring that all image indexing and exchanges are protected with industry-standard encryption and security best practices.

Create an account and start using Imagetwin immediately. We prepared a few example documents that you can scan free of charge.

Yes, Imagetwin is a powerful addition to the peer-review process. It automatically detects various integrity issues, which can then be quickly verified by a reviewer, enhancing the efficiency and accuracy of the review process. Imagetwin also partners with industry leaders in publishing and scholarly workflows, such as Morressier, TNQ Technologies and more, transforming how research is submitted, reviewed and published.

For more detailed guidance on using Imagetwin, contact our support team through our Contact Us page.