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BiteScan · Last updated: 15 September 2026

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Frequently asked questions

How do I scan?

On the Scan tab, hold the camera over the ingredients list on the package. Lines are outlined in colour as they are read; press the button in the middle when you are ready. The score and the breakdown appear immediately.

Why is an ingredient not found?

The dictionary holds around 500 additives, allergen sources and hidden sugar names, each in five languages. If something is not found, either it is not in the dictionary or the camera could not read that line. More light and a flatter surface usually fix it. Tell us about a missing entry and we will add it in the next release.

How is the score calculated?

Each recognised ingredient subtracts points according to its risk level. Palm oil, hidden sugar, hydrogenated fat and artificial dyes add extra penalties, while plain whole ingredients add a small bonus. If a rule in your profile is broken the score is capped, because at that point nothing else matters as much.

Do I need an internet connection?

No. Text recognition and the whole ingredient dictionary live on the phone. The internet is only needed to buy Premium or restore purchases.

I have an allergy. Can I rely on the app?

Use the app as a first check and always read the packaging itself before you decide. The camera can skip a line, the manufacturer may have changed the recipe, and "produced in the same facility" warnings appear on the label rather than in the ingredients list.

What does Premium unlock?

Unlimited scans, full history, side by side comparison of two products, unlimited profile rules, health notes for every additive, report sharing and family profiles.

How do I restore my purchase?

Open the Premium screen and tap "Restore purchases" at the top right. Being signed in with the same Apple or Google account is enough.

How do I delete my data?

Clear the history in Settings or delete the app: either way the data leaves the device. We never had a copy.

Contact us

For questions, bug reports or an additive you found missing: gelistirbizi@gmail.com. Including your app version and device model helps us answer faster.