Frequently Asked Questions

StencilVector is an AI-powered platform that converts any image into a professional laser-cut ready stencil. Our technology ensures structural integrity with automatic bridge placement, so every piece stays connected and your stencil is ready for production.

Yes! Through our partner Cuttalo.com, you can order your stencil physically cut in over 20 materials including acrylic, wood, metal, and cardboard.

After your stencil is generated, click the Download SVG or Download DXF button on the result page. You can also find all your generated stencils in the My Projects section of your dashboard.

Our Free Stencils library contains 1275+ pre-made, laser-cut ready stencil designs organized in 17 categories. You can download any of these SVG files for free without an account.

Yes! All stencils you generate with your credits are yours to use commercially. The free library stencils are also available for commercial use with attribution.

You can reach us through the Contact page on our website, or email us at [email protected]. We typically respond within 24 hours.

Yes. We use HTTPS encryption for all connections, do not share your images or stencils with third parties, and follow industry-standard security practices.

Upload any image (photo, logo, illustration) and our AI analyzes it, converts it to a clean vector stencil, adds structural bridges where needed, and outputs production-ready SVG and DXF files. The entire process takes about 15-30 seconds.

Our AI achieves high accuracy with a structural stability score for each stencil. Most stencils score above 80% on first generation.

You can upload PNG, JPG/JPEG, SVG, and WebP images. For best results, use high-contrast images with clear edges. The maximum file size is 10MB.

Most stencils are generated in 15-30 seconds. Complex images with many details may take up to 60 seconds.

Bridges are added automatically by our AI during the generation process. The system identifies all floating islands and calculates optimal bridge positions.

New users receive 10 free credits upon registration, plus 1 free stencil generation per day. This lets you try the platform before purchasing additional credits.

Credits are our simple pay-as-you-go system. 10 credits = 1 AI stencil generation, and 10 credits = 1 stencil file download. Credits never expire and can be purchased in packages: Starter (50 credits), Creator (200 credits), or Studio (500 credits).

Yes, we offer refunds within 14 days of purchase for unused credits. See our full refund policy for details.

We export stencils in SVG (Scalable Vector Graphics) and DXF (Drawing Exchange Format). Both formats are compatible with all major laser cutting software including LightBurn, LaserGRBL, RDWorks, and CorelDRAW.

A structural bridge is a small connector that holds isolated parts (islands) of a stencil in place. Without bridges, floating pieces would fall out when the stencil is cut. Our AI automatically detects and adds bridges where needed.

Our AI automatically detects structural issues (floating islands) and adds bridges to fix them. You can see the stability score and any remaining issues on the result page.

SVG is a web-standard format viewable in any browser and editable in design software. DXF is preferred by CAD software and some laser cutting machines. We recommend SVG for most users.

Through Cuttalo.com, physical stencils can be cut in acrylic (various colors), plywood, MDF, cardboard, polypropylene, PET, felt, fabric, leather, rubber, foam, and many more materials.