Find answers to common questions about MyRecipeCart and how to use our recipe-to-shopping-cart conversion tool.
MyRecipeCart is a free tool that converts any recipe URL into a ready-to-order grocery shopping cart. Simply paste a recipe link, and we'll extract all the ingredients and create direct links for online grocery ordering (e.g., Instacart, Walmart+, etc.) for each item.
MyRecipeCart is completely free to use. We don't charge any fees for our service. We support our platform through affiliate partnerships with online grocery ordering services (e.g., Instacart, Walmart+, etc.), which means we may earn a small commission when you make purchases through our links, at no additional cost to you.
No account required! You can use MyRecipeCart immediately without signing up or providing any personal information. Just paste your recipe URL and start shopping.
Simply paste any recipe URL into our tool, and we'll automatically extract all the ingredients and create direct shopping links. Our system works with most recipe websites that have proper recipe markup. Just copy the recipe URL from your browser and paste it into our converter.
If a recipe URL doesn't work, it could be due to several reasons: the recipe might not have proper markup, the site might be temporarily unavailable, or there could be a technical issue. Try refreshing the page or contact us if the problem persists. We're constantly working to improve our recipe parsing capabilities.
Our ingredient parsing is highly accurate for most recipes. We extract ingredients, quantities, and preparation notes. However, some complex recipes with unusual formatting might require manual review. Always double-check the ingredients before placing your order.
Yes, you'll need an account with your chosen online grocery ordering service (e.g., Instacart, Walmart+, etc.) to complete your order. Our links take you directly to the product pages where you can add items to your cart.
Yes! When you click on the shopping links, your selected service will let you choose from available stores in your area. Product availability and pricing may vary by store and service.
If a specific ingredient isn't available at your selected store, most services will suggest similar alternatives. You can also search for the ingredient manually or choose a different store that carries the item you need.
Delivery and service fees depend on the service you use and your membership status. These fees are set by the service provider, not by MyRecipeCart. Check your chosen service’s website or app for current pricing and membership options.
Yes, we take privacy seriously. We don't store your personal information or recipe URLs. We only process the recipe data temporarily to extract ingredients and generate shopping links. We don't track your shopping behavior or share your data with third parties.
No, we don't store or save your recipe URLs. Each request is processed independently, and we don't maintain a database of recipes or user activity.
Try refreshing the page or clearing your browser cache. If the problem persists, the recipe site might be experiencing issues, or our servers might be temporarily busy. Please try again in a few minutes.
While our parsing is highly accurate, some recipes with complex formatting might not be parsed perfectly. You can manually add missing ingredients to your cart on your chosen online grocery service, or try a different recipe URL from the same site.
If you're experiencing persistent issues, please contact us through our contact page. Include the recipe URL you're trying to use and a description of the problem, and we'll do our best to help you.