AllerScan

AllerScan

Find allergens in a safe way!

7 ratings
2 reviews

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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • July 26, 2019
  • July 26, 2019
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About

This app helps users identify allergens in products using their phone's camera. It leverages OCR technology to quickly scan ingredient labels and alert users to potential allergens they have listed.

Scan product labels for allergens
Optical Character Recognition (OCR) technology
User-defined allergen list
Quick allergen detection
User profile management
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What's New in AllerScan

1.01

July 26, 2019

- Implemented bug fixes - Included various description adjustments

User reviews

Couldn't get it to scan anything.

I gave the app camera permission but it never accepted a scan. Tried 3-4 barcodes and none worked. Deleted.

Response from developer

Thank you for your feedback! As stated in the description, AllerScan is not used as a barcode scanner but it rather scans text on ingredient labels. If you choose to download the app and use it again, please direct the camera on the ingredient label and not the barcode.

Great app but needs a few changes.

Great idea for an app. I know it’s new so there will be a few issues at the beginning. One suggestion would be to change the way you put in your allergies. Maybe it should be like a list instead of a word bar. And also, when I went to add another food allergy, it deleted all that I saved that I had already put in. I think it just needs a little bit more work and it would be such a beneficial app!
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Response from developer

Thank you very much for your feedback! We’ll keep in mind your thoughts for our future updates so your experience with AllerScan gets much better

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FAQ

How does AllerScan find allergens?

AllerScan uses Optical Character Recognition (OCR) technology to scan ingredient labels on products. It then compares the ingredients against a list of allergens you provide to identify potential risks.

What are the system requirements for AllerScan?

AllerScan is currently supported on iPhones. The app requires sufficient lighting and a stable hand motion for optimal scanning performance.

How accurate is AllerScan?

The app aims for accuracy by using OCR technology, but performance is sensitive to picture quality. Clear, readable ingredient labels in good lighting will yield the best results.

Can I manage my allergens in AllerScan?

Yes, the 'User Profile' section allows you to view and delete your listed allergens with a simple swipe gesture.

How often is AllerScan updated?

The developers plan to release monthly updates to improve the app's speed and accuracy, along with other surprises.

Is AllerScan suitable for children?

AllerScan has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for younger users under adult supervision when identifying allergens.

How do I contact support for AllerScan?

You can send your concerns and problems to allerscanapp@gmail.com or zhalyn2001@gmail.com. The development team actively cares about user feedback.

What is the release date of AllerScan?

AllerScan was first released on July 26, 2019, with its latest version being 1.01.