Scan any barcode for an instant NOVA rating, additive alerts & healthier swaps. Product not found? Snap a photo of the label. 3.5M+ foods. Free 14-day trial.
That "healthy" granola bar? It might be ultra-processed. Scan the barcode and know in seconds.
UPF Detector gives you a clear NOVA processing rating for over 3.5 million food products — plus something no label will tell you: what to buy instead.
WHAT YOU CAN DO
• Scan any barcode and get an instant NOVA rating
• Product not in the database? Snap a photo of the ingredient list and AI classifies it on the spot
• See which additives matter and why
• Get healthier real-product alternatives you can actually find in the store
• Compare products while shopping
• Track your progress and see your habits improve over time
• Recheck your scan history offline
WHY IT MATTERS
Many products marketed as healthy, natural, high-protein, or kid-friendly are ultra-processed. Growing research links ultra-processed food to poorer health outcomes - but ingredient lists are written for chemists, not shoppers. UPF Detector turns them into one clear answer at the shelf.
BUILT ON NOVA
UPF Detector uses the NOVA classification system, developed by researchers at the University of São Paulo:
• NOVA 1: Unprocessed or minimally processed foods
• NOVA 2: Processed culinary ingredients
• NOVA 3: Processed foods
• NOVA 4: Ultra-processed foods
You don't need to understand the science behind every ingredient. The app turns it into a clear result.
PERFECT FOR
• Everyday grocery shopping
• Parents checking kids' snacks
• Anyone cutting down on ultra-processed food
• Comparing cereals, yogurts, protein bars, snacks, and ready meals
PREMIUM
Start with a 14-day free trial and unlock:
• Unlimited scans and classifications
• Full ingredient explanations
• Healthier alternative suggestions
• Complete scan history with search
• Priority support
After your trial: $4.99/month or $29.99/year. Cancel anytime.
PRIVACY FIRST
We do not sell your data. Your food choices stay private.
Stop guessing what's healthy. Scan it.
Note: Product information is provided for indicative purposes only and must not be used for medical purposes.
Terms of Use: https://upfdetector.com/terms
Privacy Policy: https://upfdetector.com/privacy
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- Improved subscription reliability
- Under-the-hood fixes and performance improvements
New here? Scan any barcode to see how processed a product really is — and get healthier alternatives when it's NOVA 4.
Version 2.23
The developer, Pawel Trybulski, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .
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