!!!AI Recipe Import Limitations
Understanding what AI recipe import can and can't do.
AI Recipe Import Limitations
Our AI-powered recipe import works great most of the time, but there are some limitations to be aware of.
Rate Limits
To ensure fair usage and system stability:
| Limit | Amount | |-------|--------| | Recipes per hour | 20 | | Concurrent imports | 1 |
If you hit the limit, wait a few minutes before trying again.
Sites That May Not Work
Some websites are harder to import from:
Blocked Sites
- Sites that require login to view recipes
- Sites with aggressive bot protection
- PDF recipe files
- Social media posts (Instagram, TikTok)
Partial Extraction
- Very old websites with outdated HTML
- Recipes in image-only format
- Non-English recipes (may have translation issues)
What Might Be Missing
The AI does its best, but sometimes misses:
- Nutrition data: Not all sites provide this
- Exact cooking temperatures: May need manual verification
- Specific brand ingredients: Generic substitutes may be used
- Recipe photos: We don't import images from other sites
When Import Fails
Check the URL
Make sure the URL is complete and accessible. Try opening it in an incognito window.
Try a different source
The same recipe might be on multiple sites. Try AllRecipes or Food Network versions.
Create manually
If all else fails, use Create Manually and type the recipe yourself.
Never import recipes you don't have permission to use commercially. Personal use is fine!
Improving Results
- Use major recipe sites (AllRecipes, Food Network, Serious Eats)
- Make sure the page is a single recipe, not a roundup
- Check that the URL leads directly to the recipe page