Question 1

How does OptiLens work?

Accepted Answer

OptiLens reads your Pokemon's stats directly from the game screen using on-device OCR — no manual data entry needed. On iOS, it uses a screen broadcast (ReplayKit) and shows results as notification banners. On Android, a floating overlay button captures the screen on tap. It scans IVs, CP, level, and PvP rankings for all three leagues. All processing happens on your device — nothing is sent to any server.

Question 2

How many free OptiLens scans do I get?

Accepted Answer

You get 5 free scans every day, resetting at midnight. That's enough to check your best catches, appraise a few trades, or evaluate a raid boss. Premium subscribers get unlimited scans — essential for Community Day grinding, lucky trade sessions, and mass appraisals.

Question 3

Is OptiLens safe to use? Will I get banned?

Accepted Answer

Yes, OptiLens is completely safe. It reads your screen visually — the same way you read it with your eyes. It does not access Pokemon GO's servers, modify game data, or interact with the game in any way. It's purely a read-only screen reader, and this approach is approved by both the App Store and Google Play.

Question 4

Is Optimon free to use?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Optimon is completely free to download and use. All core features work without paying — including 5 free OptiLens IV scans every day. An optional premium subscription ($2.99/month or $19.99/year) removes ads and unlocks unlimited scans plus power-user features.

Question 5

What does the premium subscription include?

Accepted Answer

Premium removes all ads and unlocks: unlimited OptiLens (no daily cap), unlimited nickname templates in the Name Generator, full IV combination results in the IV Calculator, side-by-side comparisons in the Investment Planner, and priority matchmaking in Remote Raids. All core features remain free.

Question 6

How do I restore my purchases?

Accepted Answer

Open the app, tap the Settings cog on the Home screen, and tap "Restore Purchases". Make sure you're signed in with the same Apple ID (iOS) or Google account (Android) you used for the original purchase. Your premium subscription and any Arena Passes will be restored automatically.

Question 7

How do I cancel my subscription?

Accepted Answer

Subscriptions are managed through your app store. On iOS, open Settings on your iPhone, tap your name, then Subscriptions — find Optimon and tap Cancel Subscription. On Android, open Google Play, tap your profile icon, then Payments & subscriptions. You'll retain premium access until the end of your current billing period.

Question 8

How do I delete my account?

Accepted Answer

Open the app, tap the Settings cog on the Home screen, and tap "Delete Account" at the bottom. You'll be asked to confirm. This permanently deletes your account and all synced data from our servers. This action cannot be undone — local data on your device will also be cleared.

Question 9

Does Optimon violate Pokemon GO's Terms of Service?

Accepted Answer

No. Optimon is a companion reference app — it does not interact with Pokemon GO's servers, modify game data, or automate gameplay. It is a standalone tool for looking up information, planning teams, and tracking your progress manually. It is not affiliated with Niantic, Nintendo, or The Pokemon Company.

Question 10

Is my data safe with Optimon?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Most of your data (settings, battle logs, checklists) is stored locally on your device and never leaves it. If you create an account, only your authentication ID and email are stored securely in our database. We do not sell your data to third parties. See our Privacy Policy for full details.

Question 11

Does Optimon work offline?

Accepted Answer

Many features work completely offline, including the Pokedex, PvP Battle Simulator, Type Calculator, Draw Along tutorials, Quiz Game, Glossary, Raid Counter Calculator, and OptiLens (scanning is all on-device). Features that require live data — like Remote Raids and the Event Calendar — need an internet connection.

Question 12

What devices is Optimon available on?

Accepted Answer

Optimon is available on iOS (iPhone and iPad) via the App Store and on Android via Google Play.

Question 13

How does the IV Calculator work?

Accepted Answer

Enter your Pokemon's species, CP, HP, and power-up stardust cost. The calculator determines all possible IV (Individual Value) combinations that match those stats. It then shows each combination's IV percentage and PvP rank across Great League, Ultra League, and Master League, highlighting the optimal IV spread for each league.

Question 14

How does the PvP Battle Simulator work?

Accepted Answer

Select two Pokemon, choose their moves and IV spreads, and simulate a battle. The simulator calculates damage, energy generation, shield timing, and switch mechanics to show you who wins and by how much. Use it to test team compositions and find winning strategies before entering GO Battle League.

Question 15

How do Remote Raids work in Optimon?

Accepted Answer

You can host a raid by creating a lobby for any raid boss you can see in-game. Other trainers join your lobby through the app. Once enough trainers are ready, the host sends friend requests and invites everyone to the raid in Pokemon GO. You can also join other trainers' lobbies with live queue positions and estimated wait times.

Question 16

How do I track my shiny Pokemon?

Accepted Answer

Open the Shiny Tracker feature and browse the full list of Pokemon with available shiny forms. Tap any Pokemon to mark it as caught. The tracker shows your progress (X out of Y caught), and you can filter by caught, missing, or all. The same pattern applies to Collection Checklists for Lucky, Shadow, Purified, Regional, Costume, and Unown Pokemon.

Question 17

How do I change the app language?

Accepted Answer

Open the app and tap the Settings cog on the Home screen. Scroll to the language selector and pick your preferred language. The app supports English, Danish, German, French, Spanish, Japanese, and Korean. Note: the app defaults to English because game data (Pokemon names, events) is in English — switching languages translates the app UI while keeping game content consistent.

Question 18

How do I change the website language?

Accepted Answer

Use the language selector at the bottom of any page. The website is available in English, Danish, German, Spanish, French, Japanese, and Korean.

Question 19

Can I sync my data across devices?

Accepted Answer

Yes — sign in with Apple (iOS) or Google (Android) to enable cloud sync. Your settings, language preference, shiny checklist, collections, GBL seasons, name generator templates, saved search strings, IV calculations, investment plans, checklist tasks, weekly goals, and saved teams all sync automatically. Changes sync within seconds and queue offline if you lose connection. Creating an account is optional; without one, all data stays local to your device.

Question 20

How do notifications work?

Accepted Answer

Optimon uses local notifications scheduled on your device — no server-side push. You'll get reminders before events start (Raid Hours, Community Days, Spotlight Hours) and alerts for raid matchmaking. You can configure how far in advance you're reminded in Settings. We never send marketing notifications.

Question 21

What languages is Optimon available in?

Accepted Answer

The Optimon website is available in English, Danish, German, Spanish, French, Japanese, and Korean. The app itself is primarily in English with plans to add more languages in the future.

Question 22

How do I report a bug or request a feature?

Accepted Answer

Visit our Support page and submit a ticket. Select 'Bug Report' or 'Feature Request' as the subject, describe the issue or idea, and we'll get back to you within 24 hours. You can also email us directly at support@optimon.app.

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