Our vision
Every Muslim should be able to check what they buy and use, whether it is food, medicine or personal care, without having to decode a label first.
AI-assisted halal check
A halal check for what you buy and use.
Halify is a free Android app that helps Muslim shoppers read what is in a product. It starts with food: scan a barcode, search by name or photograph the ingredient label, and see Halal, Mushbooh, Haram or Unknown, with the reason and the source. Medicine and cosmetics are planned to follow after launch.
Free. Android. Food first. AI-assisted, never AI-decided. Guidance only, not a fatwa.
Our mission
Make the halal question easy to answer at the shelf. Use AI to do the hard reading of labels, and keep the decision with fixed rules and published sources. Show a clear verdict with the reason and the source for each ingredient. Say plainly what we do not know. Leave rulings to scholars. Start with food, then grow to medicine and cosmetics, one category at a time.
About
About Halify
Halify is a small independent project. It is not only a food app. It is a halal-check companion for what Muslims buy and use. Food comes first. Medicine and cosmetics are planned after the first release.
We built it for a worry many of us know. You pick up a product and turn it over. The ingredient list is long and small. There is a code you do not recognise. A line says "enzymes" or "flavouring" and does not say where they come from. You cannot tell from the label alone whether it is halal. That is not your fault. Labels were not written to answer that question.
We wanted a quick way to check, with a reason you can read and a source you can look up. AI helps with the reading and the explaining. It does not make the decision. Then the choice is yours.
We are not a certification body. We do not issue rulings. We try to be clear, careful and honest.
We are a small team, so we move step by step. We read your feedback and your reports.
How it works
From the shelf to the reason, in four steps
You scan or search. Halify does the reading and checking. You see the result and the reasons.
Scan or search
Point your camera at the barcode, or type a product name or brand. Halify finds the product and its ingredient list. No barcode match? Photograph the ingredient label instead. AI reads the text from the photo.
Each ingredient is matched
Halify reads the list item by item. (For a label photo, the text AI read goes through the same step.) It also spots E-numbers, even when written as "E471", "E 471", "INS 471" or "emulsifier (471)". Each item is matched against our reference list, which is built from published references. Only a full match counts. A partial word match does not.
The ingredient verdicts become one product verdict
- If any ingredient is Haram, the product is Haram.
- Otherwise, if any ingredient is Mushbooh, the product is Mushbooh.
- Otherwise, if every ingredient is recognised and Halal, the product is Halal.
- If something is not recognised and nothing worse was found, the result is Unknown. Halify never turns a missing answer into Halal.
You see the reason and the source
The screen names the ingredients that decided the verdict and the source for each. A "Why?" card gives a short, plain explanation written by AI from those same facts. It explains the verdict and never changes it. The rules in step 3 decide. Then you decide for yourself.
Not sure? Check the pack and ask a scholar.
AI in Halify
AI helps you read. Rules decide.
Labels are hard to read, so Halify uses AI where it helps most. Then fixed rules and published sources make the decision.
AI reads the label.
Photograph an ingredient list and AI turns the picture into text.
The same rules check it.
That text goes through the same ingredient rules as any product. Nothing is skipped for a photo.
AI explains why.
Every verdict can show a short, plain "Why?" note, written by AI from the facts the rules found.
What AI does
- Reads the ingredient text from a label photo
- Writes a short, plain "Why?" note for a verdict
- Helps you add a missing product by reading its label
- Works within daily limits per user
What AI never does
- Decide if a product is Halal, Mushbooh, Haram or Unknown
- Change a verdict or a source
- Publish a product. A person reviews it first
- Replace a scholar or give a fatwa
AI can misread a blurry label or word a note badly, so every result shows its source and has a flag button, and you should always check the pack.
Verdicts
Four verdicts. Each one means something specific.
A verdict is guidance based on the ingredients and the references we use. It is not a ruling.
Halal
Every ingredient was recognised, and each one is listed as permissible in the references we use. The screen shows the reason and the source.
Mushbooh
Doubtful. At least one ingredient is unclear, depends on how or from what it was made, or the references we use do not agree. We show you why and do not choose for you.
Haram
At least one ingredient is listed in our references as not permissible. The screen shows the reason and the source.
Unknown
We could not recognise every ingredient, or there was no ingredient list. We do not guess.
Colour is never the only signal. Each verdict also has a label and an icon. The strictest ingredient decides: one Haram ingredient makes the product Haram, and one Mushbooh ingredient makes it at least Mushbooh.
Sources
Where our answers come from
Halify does not invent verdicts. It matches each ingredient against a reference list we built from published references. Every ingredient shows its own source, so you can open it and read it yourself.
Every ingredient shows its own source. If an ingredient has no source in our list, it shows as not recognised, and the product cannot be Halal.
Where the references come from
Who these are: governments, halal authorities and fatwa departments. We cite what they have published. We do not speak for them, and they do not endorse Halify.
16published references
Pakistan
PPFR 2018Punjab Food Authority, Government of PunjabWhat is this?
The Punjab Pure Food Regulations 2018. A government regulation.
PFA Halal Certification 2024Punjab Food AuthorityWhat is this?
An official notification on the halal certification process.
PFA PunjabPunjab Food AuthorityWhat is this?
A published notice about a food colour (E120).
Jamia Banuri TownDarul Ifta, KarachiWhat is this?
Published answers from a Pakistani Islamic seminary's fatwa department.
Scholarly fatwa departments
AskimamDarul Iftaa Mahmudiyyah, Durban, via IslamQAWhat is this?
Published scholarly answers on ingredients.
Darul Ifta Birminghamvia IslamQAWhat is this?
Published scholarly answers on ingredients.
Darul Fiqhvia IslamQAWhat is this?
Published scholarly answers on ingredients.
Darul Uloom DeobandDarul Ifta, IndiaWhat is this?
Published scholarly answers.
Indonesia & Singapore
KMA 1360/2021Ministry of Religious Affairs, Republic of Indonesia, for BPJPHWhat is this?
A decree listing materials exempt from halal certification.
MUIMajelis Ulama Indonesia / LPPOM MUIWhat is this?
Published articles and guidance from the Indonesian halal body.
MUI Fatwa 10/2011Majelis Ulama Indonesia, Fatwa CommissionWhat is this?
A fatwa on yeast extract.
MUISMajlis Ugama Islam SingapuraWhat is this?
Its food additive listing.
MUIS GuidelinesMajlis Ugama Islam SingapuraWhat is this?
Its religious guidelines for food and drink categories.
South Africa
SANHA HalaalSouth African National Halaal AuthorityWhat is this?
Its published E-number list.
SANHA MashboohSouth African National Halaal AuthorityWhat is this?
Its published E-number list.
Ireland
Islamic Foundation of IrelandWhat is this?
A published document on halal food and certification (2015).
Halify cites these published references. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by any of them. The list is growing.
Method
How a verdict is made
We find the product, or you add it.
We read its ingredients and E-numbers, item by item.
We match each item, in full, against our reference list.
The strictest result wins: Haram, then Mushbooh, then Halal. Anything unrecognised stops a Halal result.
We show the verdict, the reasons and each ingredient's source.
The strictest result wins
Haram, then Mushbooh, then Halal. Anything unrecognised stops a Halal result.
How doubtful items are handled
- Where the references we use disagree, Halify shows Mushbooh and the sources. It does not pick a side for you.
- Where a Pakistani authority has ruled, we follow that ruling for Pakistan and say in the reason where other references differ.
- If we have no reference, we show Unknown. We do not guess.
Who reviews
The reference list is reviewed by the maker. Doubtful and not-permissible entries are checked by hand before they go in. Products you add are reviewed by a person before they appear. AI helps read label photos and writes short explanation notes. It never decides a verdict. The AI service used for this is Google Gemini (see the privacy policy).
Report a mistake
Open the verdict screen and tap the flag button. A person reviews every flag. You can also write to halify.app@gmail.com.
Limits we want you to know
- Ingredient lists change. Always check the pack.
- Our list can be incomplete or wrong. Tell us and we will look.
- Scholars and authorities can differ. Halify does not issue rulings.
Halify gives guidance only. It is not a fatwa and not a certification. Check the pack and ask a scholar if you are unsure.
Roadmap
What's coming
Halify is not only a food app. It is meant to be a halal-check companion for what Muslims buy and use. We are growing it one category at a time.
Food
Packaged food, drinks and snacks. This is what Halify checks at launch.
Medicine
Checking medicines for ingredients that raise questions, such as alcohol or animal-derived parts.
Cosmetics and personal care
Checking creams, soaps and similar products for animal-derived ingredients and other doubtful items.
Medicine and cosmetics are planned after the first release. We are not giving dates and we are not promising features. When a category is ready, it will appear in the app.
Help us grow
Help us grow the catalogue
The catalogue is large, but a small team cannot add every product. If you find one we do not have, you can help.
Scan a product we do not have
If Halify cannot find a barcode, it will tell you.
Send it to us
Tap "Submit this product". Photograph the ingredient label, or type the ingredients.
A person reviews it
We read every submission before it appears.
Nothing goes live automatically.
Every submission is reviewed by a person first. A product you add can help other shoppers.
FAQ
Questions people ask
Is Halify only for food?
No. Halify is meant to be a halal-check companion for what Muslims buy and use. Food is the first category at launch. Medicine and cosmetics are planned after the first release. There are no dates yet.
Will you cover medicines and cosmetics?
That is the plan, after launch. We would like to check medicines for things like alcohol and animal-derived ingredients, and personal care for animal-derived ingredients. We cannot say when. We will not announce a category until it is ready.
Why does ingredient reading need help?
Labels are hard to read. A name can hide where an ingredient comes from. A code such as an E-number can stand for a plant, a mineral or an animal product. A line such as "enzymes" or "flavouring" often does not say. Most of us cannot know this by looking. Halify reads the list for you, checks each item against published references and shows the reason.
Can Halify replace asking a scholar?
No. Halify gives guidance only. It helps you read the label and see what published references say. It does not issue rulings. For a decision you are unsure about, check the pack and ask a scholar.
Does AI decide if something is halal?
No. AI helps read the label and writes a short explanation. The verdict is worked out by fixed ingredient rules from published sources. AI cannot change it.
Can AI make mistakes?
Yes. AI can misread a blurry or curved label, or word a note badly. That is why every result shows its source and its ingredient list, and why there is a flag button. A person reviews flags. Always check the pack.
What happens to my label photo?
The privacy policy says: "When you check a product by photographing its ingredients label, the photo is sent from our server to Google Gemini, an AI service, to read the ingredients. We do not store the photo. We keep only the result (the ingredients read and the verdict), and only in your scan history if you are signed in." The photo is sent without a name or email address. If you add a photo when submitting a missing product, we keep it so a person can review it, and delete it 30 days after the review. Full details: https://halify.app/privacy.
Is Halify a fatwa?
No. It is not a fatwa and not a certification.
Where do the verdicts come from?
From our reference list of ingredients and E-numbers, built from published references such as the Punjab Food Authority's PPFR 2018, Jamia Banuri Town, MUIS, SANHA and others. See "Sources and how we decide". Every ingredient shows its own source. Halify is not affiliated with or endorsed by any of them.
Why is there a Mushbooh verdict?
Some ingredients are doubtful. They can depend on how they were made or where they came from, or the references disagree. We call these Mushbooh instead of forcing a Halal or Haram answer. The screen tells you why.
Is it free? Why are there ads?
Yes, the app is free. It is supported by ads (Google AdMob banners) on a few screens. There are no ads on the scanner, verdict, E-number, saved or account screens. You can choose personalised or non-personalised ads.
What data do you collect?
If you sign in with Google, we hold your account details so your saved items and history can follow you. The full details are in our privacy policy: https://halify.app/privacy. The app is for people aged 13 and over.
How do I delete my account?
In the app, open your account screen and choose delete. This removes your account and data. You can also read the steps at https://halify.app/delete-account.
Which products does it cover?
Packaged food and drink for now, with about 10,000 products in the catalogue, including many sold in Pakistan. It is Android only for now, and in English. If your product is missing, send it with its ingredients from the app.
Can I help add products that are missing?
Yes. In the app you can send us a product we do not have, with its ingredients or a photo of its label. A person reviews every submission before it appears. Nothing goes live automatically.
How do I report a wrong verdict?
Open the verdict screen and tap the flag button. A person reviews it. You can also write to halify.app@gmail.com.
Who is behind Halify?
Halify is a small independent project. See About above. You can reach us at halify.app@gmail.com.
Contact
Get in touch
Questions, a wrong verdict, a missing product or a privacy request? Write to us. We read every message.