William Baquero, a young engineer from Bogotá, Colombia, has developed a free mobile application called Laminitas to facilitate sticker trading [1].
The app addresses a common challenge for sports memorabilia collectors who struggle to find specific missing stickers to complete their collections. By digitizing the search for trade partners, the tool aims to streamline the process of exchanging "monas" for the 2026 [1] FIFA World Cup album.
Baquero built the application in Bogotá [1]. The software allows users to list the stickers they have available and the ones they need, creating a marketplace for collectors to connect and organize physical trades.
The project focuses on accessibility, remaining free for all users who wish to participate in the hobby [1]. This digital approach replaces the traditional method of searching through social media groups, or physical gatherings, to find specific trade partners.
Because the app is designed specifically for the 2026 [1] tournament cycle, it targets a global audience of football fans. The system helps users avoid the frustration of duplicate stickers by matching them with other collectors who possess the exact items needed to finish their albums [1].
“William Baquero developed a free mobile application called Laminitas to facilitate sticker trading.”
The creation of Laminitas reflects a broader trend of applying software engineering to traditional analog hobbies. By digitizing the inventory management of physical collectibles, the app reduces the friction of the trading process, potentially increasing the number of completed albums and deepening fan engagement during the 2026 tournament cycle.
