Frequently asked questions
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What is Macro-HQ?
An iPhone app for tracking your food and macros (protein, carbs and fat), plus a web dashboard where coaches and gyms guide their clients.
Is there an Android version?
Not yet. Macro-HQ is iPhone only for now. Coaches can use the web dashboard on any computer.
How much does it cost?
Macro-HQ is in testing now, and pricing will be posted here before launch. If you work with a coach on Macro-HQ, your coach's plan covers you.
How are my starting targets set?
When you sign up, Macro-HQ estimates starting targets from your height, weight, age, activity and goal using widely used formulas. You can change them at any time, unless your coach manages them.
Where does the food data come from?
Search covers millions of foods and restaurant items from FatSecret and the USDA, plus barcode data from Open Food Facts, and our own Macro-HQ catalog.
I scanned a barcode and nothing came up. What now?
Tap Submit this food and send a photo of the Nutrition Facts label. We'll add it, send you a note in the app, and from then on anyone who scans it will find it.
Can I log without internet?
Yes. Logging works offline and syncs when you're back online. Searching and scanning need a connection.
What are high days and low days?
Many plans use different macros on different days. You (or your coach) can set up day types such as High day and Low day, or any names you like, and pick which type each day is on the Today screen. Coaches can also set a weekly plan, such as 5 high days and 2 low days, and you'll see your progress through the week.
Does Macro-HQ track sleep?
Yes, if you connect Apple Health (Settings → Apple Health). Sleep from Apple Watch, WHOOP, Oura, Garmin and other devices that share with Apple Health shows next to your food log. Macro-HQ only reads sleep, and only nightly summaries are saved to your account.
How do I join my coach?
Ask your coach for their 6-character code, then in the app go to Settings → Join a coach and enter it.
What can my coach see?
While you're connected, your coach can see your food log, meal photos and notes, weigh-ins, check-ins, sleep (if you connected Apple Health) and your targets, and can message you. They can also set and lock your targets.
How do I stop sharing with my coach?
In the app go to Settings → Leave coach. Your coach immediately loses access to your log.
How do I become a coach on Macro-HQ?
Sign in to the dashboard or the app and choose to start a coach account, or contact us to set up your gym.
Do coaches need the app?
No. The web dashboard does everything: client logs, targets, day-type plans and messages. The app has the same tools on your phone.
Can I coach a large group or gym?
Yes. Contact us and we'll set you up with enough client spots.
I forgot my password.
Tap Forgot password? on the sign-in screen in the app or on the dashboard. We'll email you a 6-digit code to set a new one.
How do I delete my account?
In the app go to Settings → Delete Account. This permanently deletes your account and all of your data. See our Privacy Policy for details.
Do you sell my data?
No. We don't sell personal information and we never use health data for advertising. See our Privacy Policy.