Food Expiration Dates 2.5.0 has been released!

This version brings a new privacy-related feature and improvements designed to enhance usability, streamline the user experience, and make managing your food supplies more intuitive and effective. We have taken your feedback into account to deliver an update that caters to both your practical needs and privacy concerns, making this the best version yet.

What’s new in version 2.5.0

• ✨ Screen Protection - We have introduced a new feature called Screen Protection to keep your data private. This feature prevents screenshots and screen recordings, ensuring that sensitive information about your food supplies remains secure. Whether you are sharing your device with others or simply want to ensure that your data is safe from unauthorized accesses, Screen Protection gives you the confidence that your personal data remains protected.

• 🎨 Updated Bottom App Bar - We’ve restructured the bottom app bar to make navigation easier and more intuitive. The button order has been changed from About this app - List - Settings to List - Settings - About this app, based on user feedback. The new arrangement reflects our commitment to improving usability and responding to user preferences.

Old Bottom Bar	New Bottom Bar

• 🌐 Updated Translations - We have enhanced the app’s localization by improving the accuracy of translations for several languages, and added Tamil as a new language. These updates make the app more accessible to a global audience, ensuring that users in different regions can easily understand and interact with the app. We are committed to continuously improving our translations to make Food Expiration Dates user-friendly for everyone, regardless of language.

• ⬆️ Upgraded Dependencies - To ensure that the app remains stable and compatible with the latest Android features, we have upgraded all dependencies to their latest versions. This upgrade optimizes performance, enhances security, and ensures compatibility with upcoming Android updates. By keeping dependencies up to date, we can provide you with a more reliable and seamless user experience.

Upcoming Features

Thanks to the suggestions from the users of Food Expiration Dates, we’re already considering interesting new features for future updates to make managing your food supplies even easier:

• Number of Items and Measurements: Track not just items, but also quantities and measurements like grams, liters, and more.

• Custom Notifications: Set custom time spans for notifications, so you receive alerts when you need them most, helping you avoid food waste.

• Item Search: Quickly search for specific items and filter them by name, making it easier to manage and find what you need.

• Best Before vs. Expiration Dates: Clearly distinguish between ‘Best Before’ and ‘Expiration Dates’ to help you make informed decisions about food use.

Enhance Your Grocery Management Now

Food Expiration Dates 2.5.0 is now available for download on Google Play*, so make sure to update to the latest version to enjoy the new feature and improvements. You can also find it on GitHub, where a Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) version of the app is available. By visiting our GitHub repository, you can explore the source code, contribute to the project, or simply gain more insight into how the app works behind the scenes.

(*) The release on Google Play is subject to this rollout schedule:

Day	Rollout %
15 November	20%
16 November	40%
17 November	60%
18 November	80%
19 November	100%

Show Your Support and Help Us Grow

If you’re enjoying Food Expiration Dates, please consider starring the project on GitHub or leaving a review on Google Play. Positive reviews and GitHub stars help us grow and reach more users who can benefit from efficiently managing their food supplies. Your feedback is invaluable, as it helps us understand what you love about the app and where we can make further improvements. Every suggestion or review contributes to making the app even better, and we are incredibly grateful for your continued support.

We’d Love to Hear From You

Feel free to reach out if you have suggestions, comments, or even just want to say hello. Your voice matters to us, and we are always eager to hear how we can improve your experience.

Together, we can make Food Expiration Dates the best tool for managing your groceries and reducing food waste.

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