AlignEat works best with an internet connection, but some things are still available when you are offline.

## What works without a connection

- **Previously loaded scans.** Any scan you already ran and viewed is cached on your device. You can open and browse those results even without signal.
- **Your dietary profile.** Your saved profile is available locally, so you can review your restrictions at any time.

## What requires a connection

- **New scans.** Scanning a menu requires an internet connection to process. If you are offline, the scan will not run.
- **Account syncing and updates.** Changes to your profile sync when you are back online.

## Spotting the offline state

When there is no connection, the app shows an offline notice so you know that new scans are not available. If you see this notice at a restaurant, try connecting to the restaurant's Wi-Fi or moving to a spot with better signal before scanning.

## Good to know

- If a result was loaded before you lost signal, it is still viewable and still shows your compatibility labels.
- Cached results reflect the menu and profile at the time of the original scan. If your profile has changed since then, the labels may not reflect your current settings.
- For the most accurate and up-to-date results, scan with an active connection.

**Related:** My scan failed or the results look wrong