AI-Powered Food Label & Ingredient Scanner

What's In Your Food? Let's Find Out.

One quick Food scan and see what's really inside every ingredient and additive so you know if it fits your lifestyle before you consume it.

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Food Check AI at a Glance

500+
Animal-Derived Ingredients in Reference Database
7.8%
App Store Conversion Rate
1.87K
App Store Impressions
229
Product Page Views

Food Labels Are Designed to Confuse

Companies hide animal ingredients behind scientific names, vague terms, and misleading labels.

"Plant-Based" Doesn't Mean Vegan

Many products labeled "plant-based" still contain hidden dairy derivatives, eggs, or animal-sourced additives buried in the ingredients.

Scientific Names Are Impossible to Read

E471, E904, L-Cysteine, Keratin do you know which of these come from animals? Most people don't, and that's exactly the problem.

Googling Every Ingredient Takes Forever

You shouldn't need a biochemistry degree to shop. Most people give up and guess or just avoid packaged food altogether.

Three Steps to Vegan Confidence

No sign-up, no subscription. Just open the app and scan.

1

Snap to Scan

Point your camera at the barcode, ingredient list, or food label. The app reads it in under 2 seconds no manual typing needed.

2

AI Analyses Instantly

Our AI cross-references every ingredient against a comprehensive database of animal-derived substances, including obscure E-numbers and scientific names.

3

Know Before You Buy

See a clear Vegan / Not Vegan verdict with a detailed breakdown of exactly which ingredients failed and why.

How the App Works

Get quick, clear answers that put you in control of your food choices every time.

Step 1: Snap to Scan

Point your camera steadily at the barcode, food label, or ingredient list. The app quickly reads the details and finds the information you need.

Step 2: Review the Results

Look over the clear, easy-to-understand summary. See how the product matches your dietary preferences and health goals.

Step 3: Decide and Act

Use this trusted information to make confident choices. Shop or eat knowing exactly what's in your food, without hesitation.

Part of the Vegan Community

We're building more than an app we're building a tool the vegan community can rely on.

Share Your Scans

Found a shocking hidden ingredient? Tag us @foodcheckai on Instagram and TikTok to warn the community.

Join the Conversation

Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and X for daily scan reveals, hidden ingredient exposés, and vegan shopping tips.

Help Us Grow the Database

Can't find a product? Report it in the app and our team will add it. Together we're building the most complete vegan database.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Food Check AI do?

Food Check AI is a free mobile app that lets you scan any food label — using your camera or a barcode — and instantly analyses every ingredient. It identifies hidden animal-derived components, allergens, E-numbers, and additives, giving you a plain-English breakdown so you know exactly what you're eating before you buy.

Which diets does Food Check AI support?

The app supports Vegan, Vegetarian, Jain, Gluten-Free, and Allergen-Free lifestyles. It flags ingredients that conflict with each diet type — for example, root vegetables for Jain users, dairy and eggs for vegans, and common allergens like nuts, soy, and gluten for allergen-sensitive users.

How does ingredient scanning work?

Point your phone's camera at the ingredient list on the packaging. Food Check AI's AI reads the text, cross-references every ingredient against its database of animal-derived compounds and allergens, and displays a clear verdict within seconds. You can also scan the product barcode for supported products.

Is Food Check AI available on iPhone and Android?

Yes. Food Check AI is available on both iOS (iPhone and iPad, via the App Store) and Android (via Google Play). Download links are at the top of this page.

Is Food Check AI free?

Yes, Food Check AI is free to download and use. A Premium subscription is available for unlimited scans and advanced AI analytics, starting at $4.99/month or $49.99/year. The free plan gives you access to core ingredient scanning features.

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