How to Use SafeFood Scanner - User Guide

How to Use SafeFood Scanner

Your AI-powered food safety companion

Your Gluten-Free Confidence, Anywhere

Imagine having an instant gluten-free expert in your pocket, ready to help whenever you need it most.

Shopping Made Easy

Standing in the grocery aisle unsure if that new product is safe? Small brand with tiny print you can't read? Just snap a photo and get instant AI analysis - no more squinting or guessing!

Travel Helper

Traveling abroad with foreign language labels? Don't let language barriers compromise your dietary needs. Our AI reads and translates ingredients from any language!

Everyday Moments

From checking your pantry at home to examining products at family gatherings, scan any packaged food item whenever you have it available. Perfect for meal prep, trying new items, or double-checking familiar products.

💡 Key Focus: SafeFood Scanner specializes in detecting gluten and lactose in food products, giving you instant confidence about your dietary restrictions wherever you are.

Quick Start Guide

1. Take or Upload Photos

Take or select up to 4 photos of the food product's ingredients lists and nutrition label

2. AI Analysis

Our AI instantly reads and analyzes all ingredients for potential safety concerns

3. Get Results

Receive detailed safety information and recommendations for each ingredient

🎬 See SafeFood Scanner in Action

Want to see exactly how it works before you start? Check out our live demo showing a real scan from start to finish with actual results!

Real Example: Watch our AI analyze a pesto product with 4 photos, detect gluten-free status, identify dairy content, and provide detailed insights

See the complete scanning workflow with real screenshots

Detailed Instructions

Taking the Perfect Photos

Important: Always Scan Detailed Ingredients

This is the most important scanning tip: Make sure to photograph the detailed ingredients list, not just product packaging or front labels.

If the AI doesn't have access to the complete ingredients list, it may make analysis without this important information, significantly increasing the risk of errors. Always include at least one clear photo of where ingredients are listed in detail.

💡 Pro Tip: Take up to 4 photos to capture the totality of the product label. If possible, include photos of the product name and brand as this helps our AI provide additional information about the product.

✅ Do This:

  • • MUST: Photograph the detailed ingredients list
  • • Take up to 4 photos of different parts of the label
  • • Include product name and brand when possible
  • • Ensure good lighting (natural light works best)
  • • Hold the camera steady and close enough to read text
  • • Capture the entire ingredient list completely
  • • Make sure text is clear and not blurry
  • • Avoid shadows covering the text

❌ Avoid This:

  • • Skipping the detailed ingredients section
  • • Taking photos in dim lighting
  • • Capturing only part of the ingredient list
  • • Scanning only front packaging without ingredients
  • • Blurry or out-of-focus images
  • • Reflective surfaces that create glare
  • • Extreme angles that distort text

Understanding Your Results

Important Notice

Results should be taken with precaution. While we strive for maximum accuracy, AI analysis can make mistakes.

Primary Focus: Gluten-Free Analysis

SafeFood Scanner specializes in detecting gluten and lactose in food products. While we analyze other ingredients for general safety, our main expertise is identifying gluten-free products.

How SafeFood Scanner Works:

1
Label-Based Analysis

Our AI reads and analyzes the ingredient list directly from your photos, providing information based purely on what's written on the label.

2
Product Recognition Analysis

If our AI recognizes the specific product from the name and brand, it can provide additional information from its knowledge database.

Powered by Latest AI Technology

SafeFood Scanner uses the most advanced AI models to ensure you receive the most accurate and up-to-date analysis available. We continuously update our system to provide you with the best AI-powered ingredient detection technology.

Safe Ingredients

From a gluten and lactose perspective, these ingredients are generally safe for most people with these dietary restrictions.

Caution Ingredients

May contain gluten or lactose, or have unclear labeling. Check details and ingredient sources carefully.

Concerning Ingredients

Likely contain gluten or lactose, or are high-risk for cross-contamination. Avoid if you have these dietary restrictions.

Mobile Experience

Perfect for Mobile Use

SafeFood Scanner is designed with mobile-first experience in mind. While we're developing dedicated iPhone and Android apps, our web app provides an excellent mobile experience that you can use right now!

iPhone Instructions

1Open SafeFood Scanner in Safari browser
2Tap the "Share" button (square with arrow up) at the bottom of your screen
3Scroll down and tap "Add to Home Screen"
4Tap "Add" in the top right corner
SafeFood Scanner will appear on your home screen like a native app!

Android Instructions

1Open SafeFood Scanner in Chrome browser
2Tap the three dots menu (⋮) in the top right corner
3Select "Add to Home screen" or "Install app"
4Tap "Add" or "Install" to confirm
SafeFood Scanner will appear on your home screen like a native app!

Subscription Plans

🆓 Free Plan

  • • 15 scans per month
  • • Gluten & lactose detection
  • • Basic scan history

⭐ Pro Plan

  • • 300 scans per month
  • • Gluten & lactose detection
  • • Extended scan history
  • • Priority support

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of food products can I scan?

You can scan any packaged food product that has an ingredient list or nutrition label. This includes snacks, beverages, canned goods, frozen foods, supplements, and more.

How accurate is the AI analysis?

Our AI is trained on extensive food safety databases and scientific research. While highly accurate, results should be used as guidance alongside your own research and healthcare professional advice.

Can I use this for food allergies?

SafeFood Scanner specifically focuses on detecting gluten and lactose in food products. We do not currently analyze for other food allergies. If you have other food allergies, you should continue to carefully read ingredient labels and consult with healthcare providers for allergy management.

What if the scan doesn't work properly?

Try retaking the photo with better lighting and focus. Make sure the text is clear and readable. If problems persist, contact our support team for assistance.

Is my scan data private?

Yes, your scan data is private and secure. We use it only to provide you with analysis results and improve our service. See our Privacy Policy for full details.

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