Question 1

Are the labels FDA compliant?

Accepted Answer

MacroPrint generates FDA-style Nutrition Facts labels that follow the FDA's format requirements. However, we provide best-effort calculations using USDA data. You are responsible for verifying accuracy and ensuring compliance with your local regulations. We recommend consulting with a food safety professional for commercial products.

Question 2

Where does the nutrition data come from?

Accepted Answer

We use the USDA FoodData Central database, which is the official source for nutrition information in the United States. This database contains nutrition data for over 300,000 food items including branded products, raw ingredients, and prepared foods.

Question 3

How accurate are the calculations?

Accepted Answer

Accuracy depends on several factors: the quality of ingredient matches from the USDA database, accurate weight measurements you provide, and cooking method variations. We apply FDA-standard rounding rules and clearly flag any ingredients with incomplete data. For best results, verify critical values with independent testing.

Question 4

How does allergen detection work?

Accepted Answer

We automatically scan ingredient names for the FDA's Big 9 allergens: milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soybeans, and sesame. However, this is best-effort detection based on ingredient names. You should manually verify all allergen statements, especially for cross-contamination risks.

Question 5

What label sizes can I print?

Accepted Answer

MacroPrint supports common label stock sizes: 2×4 inches (thermal labels), 3×4 inches (standard labels), 4×6 inches (large labels), and 8.5×11 inches (full page for sheet labels). Exports are high-resolution PDFs optimized for clean printing on standard label stock from Office Depot, Avery, or similar suppliers.

Question 6

Can I scale recipes?

Accepted Answer

Yes! When you change the number of servings per batch, all nutrition values automatically recalculate. This is perfect for scaling from test batches to production quantities while keeping your labels accurate.

Question 7

What happens if I exceed my plan limits?

Accepted Answer

On the Free plan, you can save 3 recipes and export 3 labels per day. When you reach the limit, you'll see an upgrade prompt. Your recipes are never deleted—you just need to wait until the next day or upgrade to continue exporting.

Question 8

Can I cancel my subscription?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can cancel anytime from your billing page. You'll keep access to paid features until the end of your current billing period. We also offer a 7-day refund policy for first-time subscribers.

Question 9

Do you offer a free trial?

Accepted Answer

Our Free plan works like a permanent free trial—you can create 3 recipes and export 3 labels per day indefinitely. This lets you fully test MacroPrint before upgrading. No credit card required to start.

Question 10

What if an ingredient isn't in the database?

Accepted Answer

If you can't find an exact match, try searching for similar items or generic versions. For specialty ingredients, you may need to find the closest equivalent or manually calculate nutrition from supplier specifications. We're continuously working to improve ingredient matching.

Question 11

Can I add my business name and logo?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Pro plan subscribers can add their business name and address to labels. Logo support is coming soon. This helps your labels look professional and builds brand recognition.

Question 12

Is my recipe data secure?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We use Firebase with industry-standard security. Your recipes are stored securely and only accessible to you. We never share or sell your recipe data. See our Privacy Policy for full details.

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