Guides & FAQs
Guides & FAQs
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Getting Started
Getting Started
What can I track with FitLog?
What can I track with FitLog?
FitLog brings your everyday fitness tracking into one place. You can:
Log meals and meal photos
Track water
Record weight and view trends
Log workouts and exercises
Create workout plans
Use exercise and rest timers
Review your progress
Use AI Meal Scan for optional meal-balance suggestions
You can use the features that are useful to you and leave the others unused.
Do I need an account to use FitLog?
Do I need an account to use FitLog?
No. FitLog does not currently require an account. Core meal, weight, and workout tracking is stored locally on your device.
Where can I change my preferences?
Where can I change my preferences?
Open:
Settings → Preferences
From there, you can adjust available meal, BMI, progress, and other app preferences.
Meals
Meals
How do I log a meal?
How do I log a meal?
Open Meals.
Tap Add Meal.
Choose the meal date and time.
Select the meal type.
Add a photo if desired.
Enter or select your meal details.
Save the meal.
Your saved meal will appear on the Meals page and in your meal calendar.
Do I have to add a meal photo?
Do I have to add a meal photo?
No. A photo is optional for regular meal logging.
A meal photo is required only when you choose to use AI Meal Scan, because the image is used to generate the AI-assisted suggestions.
Why can’t I add a meal photo?
Why can’t I add a meal photo?
Confirm that FitLog has permission to access your photos or camera. You can review permissions in your phone’s system settings.
Also check that your device has enough available storage.
Can I edit a meal after logging it?
Can I edit a meal after logging it?
Yes. Open the saved meal from your Meals history or calendar and choose the edit option.
You can update the meal details and save your changes.
How does meal balance work?
How does meal balance work?
FitLog lets you review several components of a meal, such as:
Protein source
Vegetables or fruit
Fiber-rich carbohydrate
Healthy fat
Overall meal balance
These are intended as simple wellness-tracking tools rather than medical or dietary recommendations.
How do I track water?
How do I track water?
From the Meals page, tap Add Water or use one of the available quick-add water amounts.
Your progress will update toward your daily water goal.
AI Meal Scan
AI Meal Scan
What is AI Meal Scan?
What is AI Meal Scan?
AI Meal Scan can analyze a meal photo and provide editable meal-balance suggestions.
The suggestions may include:
Whether a visible protein source is present
Whether vegetables or fruit are present
Whether a fiber-rich carbohydrate is visible
Whether a healthy fat appears to be present
A suggested overall meal-balance rating
A short explanation for the suggestions
You always review the result before applying it to your meal.
Are AI Meal Scan results always accurate?
Are AI Meal Scan results always accurate?
No.
AI-generated results may be incomplete or incorrect. The feature is designed to give you a convenient starting point, not to replace your own judgment.
Always review and edit the suggestions before logging them.
AI Meal Scan is not medical or nutritional advice.
Can I edit the AI suggestions?
Can I edit the AI suggestions?
Yes.
The AI result is presented for review before anything is added to your meal. You can change the suggested selections or rating before choosing Apply Suggestion.
What are AI Scan credits?
What are AI Scan credits?
An AI Scan credit allows you to perform one AI Meal Scan.
Your current credit balance is shown when you start the AI Meal Scan process.
New users may receive complimentary AI Scan credits. When available, additional credits can be earned through the options shown in the app.
What happens if a rewarded ad is unavailable?
What happens if a rewarded ad is unavailable?
Rewarded-ad availability can vary.
If an ad is temporarily unavailable, FitLog will let you know. You can continue using the rest of the app normally and try again later.
A credit is only granted after the required rewarded-ad completion conditions are met.
Is AI Meal Scan required to log meals?
Is AI Meal Scan required to log meals?
No.
AI Meal Scan is completely optional.
You can always log and edit meals manually without using the AI feature.
What happens to the meal photo used for AI Scan?
What happens to the meal photo used for AI Scan?
When you choose AI Meal Scan, the selected image is processed through FitLog's AI meal-analysis service to generate your suggestions.
For additional information about how data is handled, please see the Privacy Policy page.
Weight
Weight
How do I log my weight?
How do I log my weight?
Open Weight.
Tap Add Weight.
Enter your weight.
Confirm the date if needed.
Save the entry.
Your latest weight and trend information will update automatically.
What does the 7-day average mean?
What does the 7-day average mean?
The 7-day average gives you a smoother view of your recent weight than a single measurement.
Daily weight can fluctuate for many reasons, so the average can make the overall trend easier to see.
What does the Trend card show?
What does the Trend card show?
The Trend card compares your recent weight data with the previous period and indicates the direction of the change.
You can also use the graph to review your weight over time.
How is BMI calculated?
How is BMI calculated?
If you provide both height and weight, FitLog can display your estimated Body Mass Index, or BMI.
BMI is a general reference measurement and does not provide a complete assessment of health or body composition.
Can I use FitLog without entering my height?
Can I use FitLog without entering my height?
Yes.
Height is optional. However, FitLog needs a height value if you want the app to calculate BMI.
Workouts
Workouts
How do I log a workout?
How do I log a workout?
Open Workouts.
Tap Add Workout.
Choose or enter the activity.
Add sets, repetitions, weight, duration, or other available metrics.
Save your workout.
Your workout will appear in your history and calendar.
What kinds of workouts can I log?
What kinds of workouts can I log?
FitLog supports different activity styles, including:
Strength training
Cardio
Yoga
Timed activities
Custom workout activities
The available metrics depend on the type of activity you choose.
Can I record sets and repetitions?
Can I record sets and repetitions?
Yes.
For supported strength activities, you can record information such as:
Sets
Repetitions
Weight
Duration
Can I use pounds or kilograms?
Can I use pounds or kilograms?
Yes.
FitLog supports both lb and kg for workout weight values.
Choose the unit you prefer when entering your workout data.
Can I edit a logged workout?
Can I edit a logged workout?
Yes.
Open a workout from your workout history and use the edit option to update its activities or details.
What is a Workout Plan?
Workout Plans let you prepare workouts ahead of time.
You can plan activities, sets, repetitions, weight targets, durations, and other supported workout details before you begin.
Do I have to follow a Workout Plan to log a workout?
Do I have to follow a Workout Plan to log a workout?
No.
You can still log a workout manually or use a timer even when you do not have a workout planned for that day.
Timers
Timers
What timers are available?
What timers are available?
FitLog includes workout timers that can support:
Exercise intervals
Rest intervals
Multiple sets or rounds
Timed activities
Your timer configuration depends on the workout or preset you create.
Can I pause a timer?
Can I pause a timer?
Yes.
During an active timer, tap Pause. You can resume the timer when you are ready.
What happens when I finish a timer?
What happens when I finish a timer?
After completing a timer session, FitLog can let you continue to the workout logging flow so the completed activity can be recorded.
Why didn't I hear a timer sound?
Why didn't I hear a timer sound?
First check:
Your iPhone volume
Silent mode
Notification permissions
FitLog notification settings
You can review timer-related settings under:
Settings → Notification Settings
Depending on your device settings, sound behavior may differ when your phone is in silent mode.
Can I change timer vibration settings?
Can I change timer vibration settings?
Open:
Settings → Notification Settings
You can adjust the available timer alert and vibration settings there.
Why did my workout timer appear delayed?
If FitLog remains in the background for an extended period, iOS may affect how some timer alerts are delivered. For the most reliable experience during an active timed workout, keep FitLog open and make sure notification and Focus settings are not suppressing alerts.
Reminders & Notifications
Reminders & Notifications
What reminders can I set in FitLog?
What reminders can I set in FitLog?
FitLog supports reminders for available tracking activities such as:
Meals
Weight
Workouts
Depending on the reminder, you can choose the time and available repeat schedule.
How do I create a reminder?
How do I create a reminder?
Open Settings.
Go to the appropriate reminder settings.
Choose the reminder you want to create.
Select the time and repeat schedule.
Save the reminder.
Make sure notifications are allowed for FitLog on your iPhone.
How do I edit or delete a reminder?
How do I edit or delete a reminder?
Open the reminder from FitLog's reminder settings.
From there, you can update its time or schedule, or remove the reminder if you no longer need it.
Why am I not receiving my reminders?
Why am I not receiving my reminders?
First, check that:
The reminder is enabled in FitLog.
The reminder time and repeat schedule are correct.
FitLog has permission to send notifications.
A Focus mode is not silencing FitLog notifications.
FitLog notifications have not been disabled in your iPhone settings.
You can review notification permission under:
iPhone Settings → Notifications → FitLog
If you recently changed notification settings, reopen FitLog and check that your reminders are still configured as expected.
What happens if I deny notification permission?
What happens if I deny notification permission?
You can continue using FitLog normally, but scheduled reminders and other notification-based alerts may not appear.
You can enable notifications later from:
iPhone Settings → Notifications → FitLog
Can I temporarily turn off a reminder?
Can I temporarily turn off a reminder?
If the reminder provides an enable or disable option, you can turn it off without deleting the reminder.
This lets you keep its configuration and enable it again later.
Can I change notification sounds or vibration?
Can I change notification sounds or vibration?
FitLog provides notification and timer alert settings where available.
Open:
Settings → Notification Settings
You can adjust the available sound and vibration preferences for supported alerts.
Your iPhone's system settings, silent mode, and Focus settings may also affect how an alert is presented.
Why didn't I hear a notification sound?
Why didn't I hear a notification sound?
A notification may still appear without an audible sound.
Check:
Your iPhone volume
Silent mode
Focus settings
FitLog notification permissions
FitLog's notification settings
Some alerts may behave differently depending on your device and system configuration.
Why are workout reminders not appearing?
Why are workout reminders not appearing?
Check the following:
Notifications are enabled inside FitLog.
FitLog has notification permission in your phone’s system settings.
Battery-saving or Focus settings are not blocking notifications.
The reminder time and repeat schedule are correct.
After changing notification settings, close and reopen FitLog.
Are reminders still available if I close FitLog?
Are reminders still available if I close FitLog?
Scheduled notifications are designed to appear even when FitLog is not currently open, as long as the reminder is enabled and FitLog has notification permission.
iOS ultimately controls how and when notifications are displayed.
Does FitLog need to stay open for reminders to work?
Does FitLog need to stay open for reminders to work?
No. You do not normally need to keep FitLog open for scheduled reminders.
However, notification permission must remain enabled and the reminder must still be active in FitLog.
What's the difference between reminders and workout timer alerts?
What's the difference between reminders and workout timer alerts?
Reminders are scheduled notifications that help prompt you to log or complete an activity at a particular time.
Timer alerts are part of an active workout timer and notify you about exercise or rest intervals.
For help with workout timers, see the Timers section.
Progress & Sharing
Progress & Sharing
How do I view my progress?
How do I view my progress?
Your Meals, Weight, and Workouts pages each provide their own history and progress information.
FitLog also provides progress summaries that can combine selected information across your tracking categories.
Can I share my progress?
Can I share my progress?
Yes.
Use Share Progress to create a daily, weekly, or monthly summary.
You can choose which information appears on the progress card before sharing it.
Do I have to share all of my information?
Do I have to share all of my information?
No.
You control which available categories are included in a shared progress summary.
Always review the generated card before sharing it with someone else.
Privacy & Data
Privacy & Data
Where can I find FitLog's privacy controls?
Where can I find FitLog's privacy controls?
Open:
Settings → Storage & Privacy
This area contains available controls and information related to your FitLog data and photos.
Can I use FitLog without AI Meal Scan?
Can I use FitLog without AI Meal Scan?
Yes.
AI Meal Scan is optional. Meals, weight, workouts, timers, and other supported features can still be used without AI analysis.
Does FitLog use my fitness information for advertising?
Does FitLog use my fitness information for advertising?
Your personal meal, weight, and workout entries are not intended to be used to determine which advertisements are shown to you.
For complete information about advertising and data practices, please review the FitLog Privacy Policy.
Does FitLog sync between devices?
Does FitLog sync between devices?
The current version does not provide account-based or cloud synchronization. Data entered on one device will not automatically appear on another device.
What happens if I delete or reinstall the app?
What happens if I delete or reinstall the app?
FitLog stores your meal, weight, workout, and other core history locally on your device. If you delete the app, that locally stored history and associated FitLog data may be permanently removed and may not be recoverable after reinstalling.
FitLog does not currently provide account-based cloud backup or synchronization, so reinstalling the app will not automatically restore your previous FitLog history.
On iPhone, Offload App is different from deleting the app: iOS may keep the app’s documents and data when the app is offloaded.
How do I delete my FitLog data?
How do I delete my FitLog data?
Open Settings → Storage & Privacy and use the available options to remove stored photos or app data. Please review each confirmation message carefully because deleted local data may not be recoverable.
Where can I read the Privacy Policy?
Where can I read the Privacy Policy?
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Contact Support
Contact Support
Still need help?
Still need help?
If you couldn't find the answer you need, contact FitLog Support.
When reporting a problem, including a short description of what happened and the steps that caused it will help us investigate more efficiently.
About FitLog
About FitLog
FitLog is designed to make everyday meal, weight, and workout tracking simple and organized.
AI-generated features are provided as optional assistance and may produce inaccurate results. FitLog is intended for general wellness tracking and is not a substitute for professional medical or nutritional advice.
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