Find answers, guides and tips for getting the most out of Zielfit
Zielfit is available for free on the Google Play Store for Android devices.
Setting up your profile correctly ensures accurate calorie calculations:
You can update these settings anytime in your profile.
Zielfit currently supports 14 languages including English, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch, Polish, Russian, Turkish, Arabic, Japanese, Korean, and Chinese. The app automatically detects your device language or you can change it in settings.
Yes! Zielfit offers a 100% free version with full calorie tracking, barcode scanner, step counter, weight tracking, and activity logging. Premium features like AI chat assistant, advanced analytics, supplement tracker, and body measurements are available with Zielfit Premium.
There are multiple ways to log food in Zielfit:
Zielfit uses scientifically proven formulas to calculate your Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE):
Absolutely! Zielfit tracks all macronutrients including protein, carbohydrates, and fat. Your dashboard shows a visual breakdown of your daily macro intake, and you can set custom macro goals in your profile settings. This is perfect for those following specific diets like keto, high-protein, or balanced nutrition plans.
Creating custom foods is easy and keeps your entries private:
Your custom foods are private and secure - only you can see and edit them.
Yes! Zielfit makes it easy to repeat meals. You can access your food history and quickly copy entire meals or individual items to the current day. This saves time when you eat similar foods regularly. Just tap on a previous day in your diary and select "Copy to Today".
The barcode scanner is the fastest way to log packaged foods:
It takes just 2-3 seconds to log a food item!
If a product isn't in our database, you can:
Our database is constantly growing with millions of products worldwide.
The barcode scanner requires an internet connection to look up products in our database. However, products you've scanned before are cached locally, so you can re-scan those even offline. For full functionality, we recommend having a data or WiFi connection.
Our barcode database covers products from all major regions including USA, Europe, UK, Australia, Canada, and many more. We have millions of products and the database is continuously updated. Regional and local products may vary in availability, but you can always add them manually.
Logging your weight is simple:
We recommend weighing yourself at the same time each day for consistency.
For best results, we recommend:
Weight naturally fluctuates 1-3 lbs daily due to water retention, food, and other factors. Focus on the overall trend, not daily changes.
Yes! Zielfit provides beautiful charts showing your weight trend over time. You can view your progress by week, month, or year. The chart shows your actual measurements plus a trend line to help you see the bigger picture. This makes it easy to track your progress toward your goal weight.
Zielfit integrates with Health Connect on Android, which allows data sync from compatible smart scales and fitness devices. If your scale connects to Health Connect, your weight entries can automatically sync to Zielfit. Check your scale's app settings for Health Connect integration.
Zielfit's built-in pedometer uses your phone's sensors to count steps:
The pedometer runs in the background with minimal battery impact.
Yes! You can set a custom daily step goal in your profile settings. The default goal is 10,000 steps, which is a common recommendation for general health. The app shows your progress toward your goal and celebrates when you reach it. You can adjust your goal based on your fitness level and lifestyle.
Step counts may vary between apps due to:
For most accurate counting, carry your phone in a pocket and enable Health Connect to sync with your fitness tracker.
Zielfit's step counter is optimized for minimal battery usage. It uses your phone's hardware step sensor rather than GPS, which is very energy efficient. Most users notice no significant impact on battery life. If you experience issues, check that battery optimization is disabled for Zielfit in your phone settings.
Logging activities helps track your total daily energy expenditure:
Calorie burn is estimated using:
These are estimates - actual calorie burn varies based on individual factors.
This depends on your goals:
Listen to your body - if you're hungry and fatigued, you may need to eat more.
Yes! Zielfit supports Health Connect integration, which allows syncing with popular fitness trackers and apps like Samsung Health, Fitbit, Garmin, and more. Enable Health Connect in your Zielfit settings and grant the necessary permissions to sync your workouts automatically.
Exporting your data is simple:
Perfect for sharing with coaches, nutritionists, or for your own analysis!
You can export comprehensive data including:
The CSV format opens in Excel, Google Sheets, or any spreadsheet app.
The Analytics feature (available at zielfit.com/csv/) lets you:
Yes! Your data is yours. When you export a CSV file, it's saved locally on your device. The web analytics tool processes your data entirely in your browser - no data is sent to our servers. You control who sees your health data at all times.
