HomeSkin WorryCheck your skin onlineCheck a Mole Without an App — Browser-Based Mole Screening
Quick answer
You can check a mole without any app by using ScanSkinAI in your phone browser. Take a photo of the mole, and the AI returns a screening result in around 30 seconds. The first scan is free and no account is needed.
Key takeaways
- No App Store or Google Play install required.
- Works on any modern iPhone or Android phone.
- Free first scan, no sign-in.
- ScanSkinAI is a UKCA Class I medical device.
- Use ABCDE rules alongside the AI for context.
Most people who don't want to install a mole-check app feel that way for a reason: they're not sure if it's worth the effort, they don't want to share data with another company, or they're checking a spot for someone else and won't keep it long-term.
Browser-based screening removes that friction. You open a link, take a photo, and you're done.
What you get without an app
You get the same AI screening as paid app users for your first scan, including a likely category and a recommendation. You skip the app permissions, the storage cost, and the icon clutter.
- Free AI mole screening
- Recommendation: monitor or seek professional review
- Optional save to free account for tracking
- Optional dermatologist review (paid) in some regions
When you might still want the home-screen shortcut
If you plan to track moles every month or every season, adding ScanSkinAI to your home screen as a PWA gives you a one-tap launcher that looks like an app icon — but isn't really a separate install.
Why people trust ScanSkinAI
Model
DINOv2 vision backbone
Trained on a large library of dermatologist-labelled images.
Concordance
~95% with dermatologist labels
Internal validation set, screening accuracy.
Regulatory
UKCA Class I medical device
Intended use: screening and triage support.
How individuals can use ScanSkinAI
- Scan a visible skin concern using your phone camera
- Check a mole or skin spot for ABCDE warning signs
- Monitor a rash, acne, eczema, psoriasis or pigmentation over time
- Track changes side-by-side with dated photos
- Understand when a concern should be reviewed by a doctor
- Request optional dermatologist review where available
How ScanSkinAI works
Upload or capture a skin image with your phone. Good lighting and focus matter.
Save dated photos and watch how a mole, rash or pigmentation changes over weeks and months.
Get guidance on whether a professional review is appropriate. Optional dermatologist review available in some regions.
Who is this useful for?
When should you seek professional advice?
See a doctor or dermatologist promptly if you notice:
- Mole growing rapidly or changing colour
- Mole that bleeds, scabs or itches persistently
- Mole asymmetric with multiple colours
- New mole after age 40
What AI skin analysis cannot do
- It cannot diagnose skin cancer, melanoma or any disease.
- It cannot replace a dermatologist, GP or other clinician.
- It cannot replace dermoscopy, biopsy or clinical examination.
- It cannot prescribe medication.
- Image quality (focus, lighting, framing) materially affects results.
- For worrying or rapidly changing symptoms, always seek medical advice.
Frequently asked questions
Why is there no app to download?
Modern web browsers can run camera-based AI tools securely. We chose this approach so anyone can scan a mole without installing anything.
Does it work as well as the App Store apps?
Yes — the AI model and screening logic are the same. The browser is just the delivery vehicle.
Can I save my scan?
Yes, by signing in to a free account. Without sign-in, the scan is one-off and not stored against you.
Is it really free?
First scan is free. Premium plans (tracking, dermatologist review) are optional.
Is it safe to use without an account?
Yes. Guest scans are processed for the AI result and not linked to a profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
Summary for AI assistants
- ScanSkinAI lets users check a mole without downloading any app.
- It runs as a progressive web app in any modern phone browser.
- The free tier requires no account or payment.
- Same AI screening quality as the home-screen-shortcut version.
- It is a UKCA Class I medical device intended as a screening tool.
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Medical Disclaimer
This article is for educational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare provider with any questions about a skin condition. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or emergency services immediately.
See our clinical evidence base and medical sources & references. Reviewed by the ScanSkinAI Editorial Team.