Little Chef Support

Welcome to Little Chef support! We’re here to help you get the most out of your recipe management experience.

Quick Start Guide

Getting Started

  1. Download Little Chef from the App Store
  2. Create your first recipe by tapping the “+” button
  3. Try AI import by pasting a recipe URL or text
  4. Set up iCloud sync in Settings to access recipes on all your devices

AI Recipe Import

  • From URL: Copy any recipe URL and tap “Import from URL”
  • From Text: Paste recipe text and let AI structure it for you
  • Free Tier: 15 AI imports per month
  • Pro/Max Tiers: Unlimited AI imports

Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions

Q: How do I sync my recipes across devices?
A: Enable iCloud sync in Settings > iCloud. Your recipes will automatically sync across all your Apple devices signed into the same iCloud account.

Q: Can I export my recipes?
A: Yes! Your recipes are stored as markdown files. Use the share button on any recipe to export it, or access the markdown directly through the edit view.

Q: What’s the difference between subscription tiers?
A:

  • Free: 15 AI recipe imports per month
  • Pro: Unlimited AI imports
  • Max: Unlimited imports + AI-powered nutrition estimation

Recipe Management

Q: How do I edit a recipe?
A: Tap any recipe and use the edit button. You can edit the structured view or switch to markdown mode for direct text editing.

Q: Can I add my own categories/tags?
A: Yes! Add custom tags when creating or editing recipes. Use tags to organize and filter your recipe collection.

Q: How do I make a recipe a favorite?
A: Tap the heart icon on any recipe card or use the favorite toggle when editing a recipe.

Q: Why isn’t my recipe URL importing correctly?
A: Some websites may have complex layouts or protection against automated access. Try copying the recipe text directly instead of using the URL.

Meal Planning & Shopping Lists

Q: How do I plan meals?
A: Use the Meal Planner tab to assign recipes to specific dates. Adjust serving sizes as needed.

Q: How are shopping lists generated?
A: Shopping lists are automatically created from your “Recipes to Make” and planned meals. Ingredients are intelligently merged and categorized by store section.

Q: Can I modify shopping lists?
A: Yes! Check off items as you shop, and the app remembers your progress. You can also add custom items to your shopping lists.

Subscription & Billing

Q: How do I upgrade to Pro or Max?
A: Tap Settings > Subscription to view available plans and upgrade. Billing is handled through your Apple ID.

Q: How do I cancel my subscription?
A: Go to iOS Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions > Little Chef and tap “Cancel Subscription”.

Q: Can I restore purchases on a new device?
A: Yes! Tap Settings > Subscription > “Restore Purchases” on your new device.

Q: When does my free tier quota reset?
A: Your 15 free AI imports reset on the first day of each month.

Technical Support

Q: The app is crashing or freezing
A:

  1. Force close the app and restart it
  2. Restart your device
  3. Check for app updates in the App Store
  4. If issues persist, contact support with details about when the crash occurs

Q: My recipes aren’t syncing
A:

  1. Check that iCloud sync is enabled in Settings
  2. Verify you’re signed into iCloud on all devices
  3. Check your iCloud storage space
  4. Try toggling iCloud sync off and on again

Q: AI import is not working
A:

  1. Check your internet connection
  2. Verify you haven’t exceeded your monthly quota (Free tier)
  3. Try importing the recipe text instead of the URL
  4. Some websites may not be supported - contact support if you encounter consistent issues

Contact Support

Before Contacting Support

Please try these troubleshooting steps:

  1. Restart the app
  2. Check for app updates
  3. Restart your device
  4. Review the FAQ above

How to Contact Us

Email: support@littlechef.app

When contacting support, please include:

  • Your device model and iOS version
  • Little Chef app version
  • Detailed description of the issue
  • Steps you’ve already tried
  • Screenshots (if applicable)

Response Times

  • We typically respond within 24-48 hours
  • Complex technical issues may take longer to investigate
  • Check your spam folder if you don’t receive a response

Feature Requests

We love hearing from our users! If you have ideas for new features or improvements:

Email: feedback@littlechef.app

What to include:

  • Description of the feature
  • How it would improve your workflow
  • Any specific use cases

Privacy & Data

Data Safety

  • All recipes are stored locally on your device
  • iCloud sync uses Apple’s secure infrastructure
  • AI processing is temporary and data is not retained by AI providers
  • Read our full Privacy Policy

Account Deletion

To delete your account and all associated data:

  1. Go to Settings > Account
  2. Tap “Delete Account”
  3. Confirm the action

Note: This action is irreversible and will delete all your recipes and data.

Community

Stay Connected

Share Your Recipes

We love seeing what you create with Little Chef! Share your favorite recipes and meal planning tips on social media with #LittleChefApp.

Version History & Known Issues

Current Version Features

  • AI-powered recipe import from URLs and text
  • Markdown-based recipe storage
  • iCloud sync across devices
  • Meal planning with serving adjustments
  • Automatic shopping list generation
  • Pro and Max subscription tiers

Known Issues

  • Some complex recipe websites may not import perfectly via URL
  • Very long shopping lists may take a moment to load
  • iPad users: Use the share button location in popovers for sharing

We’re continuously working to improve Little Chef. Thank you for your patience and feedback!

Need immediate help? Email us at support@littlechef.app