Frequently Asked Questions

Avoid American is a platform that helps users identify non-American alternatives to products. We provide tools to verify product origins and recommend high-quality alternatives from Canadian and international sources.

Because of the unfair Tarrifs that the United States Government has placed on Canada.

We use a combination of AI analysis, database lookups, and manual verification to determine product origins. While we strive for high accuracy, we recommend using our results as a starting point for your own research, especially for critical purchasing decisions.

Simply provide a URL to a product image, or snap a photo of the product. make sure the image is clear and the WHOLE product is in focus. Our system will analyze the information and provide you with details about the product's origin and potential alternatives.

For each alternative, we typically provide the brand name, country of origin, product details, pricing information (when available), and where to buy. We focus on finding alternatives with similar features, quality, and price points.

Yes, we have rate limits in place. Free users can analyze a limited number of products per day, while premium subscribers have higher monthly limits. You can view your current usage and limits in the rate limit indicator in the navigation bar.

You can cancel your subscription at any time from your account dashboard. Your premium features will remain active until the end of your current billing period.

Yes, we temporarily store uploaded images to process them and provide analysis. Images associated with your account are stored securely.

let us know what you think of the platform and what you would like to see in the future.

Yes, we take data security seriously. We use industry-standard encryption and security practices to protect your personal information. For more details, please review our Privacy Policy.

You can reach our support team by emailing support@avoidamerican.com or by using the contact form on our Contact page. We aim to respond to all inquiries within 24-48 hours.