Terms
Terms of use
What SokoScan does, where its data comes from, and what it does not guarantee. A five-minute read that prevents misunderstandings.
Last updated: September 8, 2026
The essentials
- Scores are indicative and computed automatically; they never replace a veterinarian.
- Product data comes from third-party sources and may contain errors: the label prevails.
- SokoScan cannot be held liable for a description error or for a decision made on the basis of a score.
- Some purchase links are affiliate links, with no effect on the score.
The service
SokoScan is an information service. It analyses the declared composition of pet food and computes a suitability score, the PawScore, along with complementary indicators (Health Score, calculators, indicative portions).
The service is provided "as is", free of charge for its basic features, with no commitment regarding availability or continuity.
Indicative nature of the scores
Scores, verdicts, alerts, portions and recommendations are produced automatically by a documented method that is identical for every product. They depend entirely on the data available.
They are provided for information only. They are neither a diagnosis, nor a prescription, nor veterinary advice, nor a guarantee of results. A sick, elderly, growing or medicated animal is a matter for a veterinarian, not for a score.
Product data and errors
Product information — name, brand, composition, nutritional values, photos, prices, availability, links — comes from third-party sources (open databases, manufacturer and retailer websites) and from automated processing (label reading, web search).
It may be incomplete, inaccurate or out of date, in particular when a manufacturer changes a recipe. SokoScan guarantees neither its accuracy nor its currency. In case of discrepancy, the product label always prevails over the SokoScan page.
Every product page lets you report an error. We do our best to correct it within a reasonable time, without any obligation of result.
Liability
To the extent permitted by law, SokoScan cannot be held liable for direct or indirect damage resulting from the use of the service, from an error or omission in the data displayed, from a decision made on the basis of a score or recommendation, or from the unavailability of the service.
The user remains solely responsible for the feeding and health choices concerning their animal.
Purchase links and affiliation
Some product pages offer links to retailer websites, in particular Amazon. These may be affiliate links: SokoScan earns a commission on purchases made after a click, at no extra cost to the buyer.
As an Amazon Associate, SokoScan earns from qualifying purchases.
Affiliation influences neither the score nor the ranking of products: links are generated for the whole catalogue, whatever the score. SokoScan is not a party to the sale: price, availability, delivery and warranty are the retailer's responsibility.
Account and use
Your pet's profile (species, breed, age, weight, allergies, health) is used solely to personalise the scores. You are responsible for its accuracy.
The service is intended for personal use. Bulk data extraction, reselling the scores or presenting them as an official opinion are prohibited.
Intellectual property and open data
Photos and data from Open Pet Food Facts and Open Food Facts are published under the ODbL licence and credited on each page.
SokoScan's scores, texts, methods and interfaces remain the property of SokoScan. Brands and product names mentioned belong to their owners; their mention implies neither partnership nor endorsement.
Manufacturers and brands
A manufacturer or retailer who notices an inaccuracy on a page may request its correction at the contact address below, attaching the product label or technical sheet.
Changes and contact
These terms may change; the online version prevails. French law applies.
Contact: [email protected]. The privacy policy is available on its dedicated page.