Fitbit’s food logging is broken right now, but that’s no excuse for a cheat

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TL;DR

• Fitbit’s food-logging tools, including search and barcode scanning, are down for many Android and iOS users.
• Recent and frequent foods still work, but new items can only be added manually with limited nutrition data.
• Fitbit says engineers are investigating the server-side issue, but there’s no ETA on a fix yet.

Fitbit is more than just a step-tracking watch. In fact, it also helps millions stay on top of their daily nutrition. But if you tried logging meals today and found the search bar empty or the barcode scanner unresponsive, you’re not alone. According to multiple reports, Fitbit’s food-logging system is experiencing a widespread outage affecting both Android and iOS users.

Over the past 24 hours, people who rely on Fitbit’s food database or barcode scanner have been unable to search for new items or scan packaged goods. Favorites and recent entries still appear in the Log Food section, but trying to look up anything new typically results in a blank screen or a “fitbit.com is down for maintenance” pop-up. Support reps have confirmed this isn’t an isolated glitch and say engineers are actively investigating the issue.




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