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Build your personal cookbook and share your favorite dishes with friends and family
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📖 Browse Recipes
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📚 Browse Recipe Cookbooks
Select a category or dish type to generate cookbooks. Each cookbook contains 20 recipes.
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🍳 Meal Planner
Plan your meals for the week and generate shopping lists
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🛒 Shopping List
Your automatically generated shopping list from meal plan
Generate a shopping list from your meal planner first!
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🧂 My Spice Rack
Track your spices and seasonings — know what you have and what you need
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👩🍳 My Recipes
Manage your personal recipe collection
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Gold
$8.99/month
- ✓ Spice rack & recipe matching
- ✓ Private recipes
- ✓ Advanced meal planning
- ✓ Shopping lists
- ✓ Friends-only chat
- ✓ Priority support
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Creator
FreeInvite Only
- ✓ Everything in Gold
- ✓ Creator badge & profile
- ✓ Video embedding (up to 300)
- ✓ Analytics dashboard
- ✓ Priority support
💳 Subscription Management
Gold Membership
Status: Active
Billing: $8.99/month
Next billing date: January 31, 2026
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🔷 Admin Controls
As a Diamond admin, you have full control over the platform.
📸 Recipe Placeholder Photo Library
Upload photos that will be randomly assigned to recipes without photos. These appear with a "No Photo" banner so users know it's a placeholder.
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🌟 Creators
Watch content from our featured creators
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📰 Activity Feed
See what's happening in your community
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☕ Kitchen Chat
Swap recipes and cooking tips with your friends over a virtual cup of coffee
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🥧 Recipe Mail
Send private messages and share your secret ingredients with fellow cooks
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👥 Friends
Connect with fellow home cooks
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📚 My Cookbook Library
Create, view, and download your personalized cookbooks
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🔷 Admin Dashboard
Manage your Northern Home community
📋 All Recipes Management
View and manage all recipes on the platform. You can edit or delete any recipe.
Click "Load All Recipes" to begin
👥 User Management
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🎫 Coupon & Registration Management
🔐 Registration Control
Control who can create new accounts. When disabled, only users with valid coupon codes can register.
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💳 Coupon Code
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🎫 Generate Printable Coupons
Create unique coupon codes for physical distribution. Each code can only be used once.
Converts any existing uppercase coupon codes to lowercase so they work properly.
📸 Recipe Placeholder Photo Library
Upload photos that will be randomly assigned to recipes without photos. These appear with a "No Photo" banner so users know it's a placeholder.
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Upload Placeholder Photos
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✅ Pending Photo Approvals
Review and approve user-submitted photos before they appear publicly.
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📝 Pending Recipe Approvals
Review and approve public recipes before they become visible to everyone.
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📚 Cookbook Cover Templates
Upload cookbook cover templates and define where users can add their custom titles.
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📢 Manage Announcement
Set an announcement that appears on the landing page for all visitors.
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✨ Weekly Featured Recipe
Showcase a recipe on the landing page. When enabled, a random recipe with a photo will be featured each week - or you can manually select one.
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When enabled, a random recipe with a photo will be featured each week
Select a specific recipe instead of random weekly rotation
📥 Import Recipes
Import recipes from external sources into your database.
📁 Select CSV File
Expected columns: title, ingredients, directions, link, source
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⚙️ Import Settings
Skip this many rows (useful for resuming imports)
Max 100 at a time to avoid timeouts
✅ Better quality recipes with proper fractions (½ instead of 12)
📊 ~1.6M recipes from RecipeNLG's own collection
📊 ~1.6M recipes from RecipeNLG's own collection
👁️ Preview
Load a CSV file to preview recipes
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🍽️ TheMealDB API
Import recipes from TheMealDB - a free recipe database with images included!
⚙️ Import Settings
👤 Recipes will be imported under your account
These recipes include photos and can be made public!
📂 Browse by Category
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Select a category or letter to browse recipes
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🗄️ Database Maintenance
Tools to fix and maintain database consistency.
⚠️ Fix Stuck Pending Recipes
Finds recipes that are stuck as "pending" (e.g. from a previous edit bug) and bulk-approves them.
Click "Scan" to find pending recipes.
📅 Fix Missing createdAt
Finds recipes missing a createdAt timestamp (caused by a previous edit bug). These recipes won't appear in Browse because the query sorts by createdAt.
Click "Scan" to find affected recipes.
🔤 Fix Meal Type Case
Converts all mealType values from uppercase (Dinner, Lunch) to lowercase (dinner, lunch) to match the search system.
Click "Scan" to check how many recipes need fixing.
🍽️ Fix Dish Type Case
Ensures all dishType values are lowercase to match the search system.
Click "Scan" to check how many recipes need fixing.
📦 Fix Meal Type Format
Converts mealType from string format ("breakfast") to array format (["breakfast"]) which is required for search to work properly.
Click "Scan" to check how many recipes need fixing.
📊 Recipe Statistics Cache
Rebuilds the recipe count statistics used by the Cookbook Browser. Run this after importing recipes or making bulk changes.
Click "Check Stats" to see current cached counts.
🥗 Extract Ingredient Names
Extracts searchable ingredient names from recipes. This enables the "Search by Ingredient" feature. For example, "1 cup sugar" becomes "sugar" in the searchable field.
Click "Scan" to check how many recipes need ingredient extraction.
🔥 Auto-Detect Cooking Methods
Scans all recipes that don't have a cooking method set, analyzes the recipe name and ingredients, and auto-assigns a method (grilling, baking, frying, etc.). Uses the same smart detection as the recipe form.
Click "Scan" to check how many recipes are missing a cooking method.
📊 Database Statistics
Click "Load Stats" to view database statistics.
🚀 Initialize Landing Page Stats
Counts all users and recipes and saves to stats documents. This is required for the landing page counters to work efficiently. Run this once to initialize, then counts will auto-update when users/recipes are added or deleted.
Click "Check Current Stats" to see if stats are initialized.
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⚡ Quick Edit Recipes
Bulk edit recipe categories and dish types. Loads 100 recipes at a time.
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🌟 Creator Management
🎟️ Generate Invite Code
Create a unique invite code to send to a creator.
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🔒 Privacy Policy & Your Rights
How we protect your information at Northern Home
📋 Overview
At Northern Home, we believe in transparency and respect for your privacy. We've designed our platform with your privacy in mind. Here's the short version: we don't sell your data, we don't use tracking cookies, and we don't spam you with emails.
📊 Information We Collect
We only collect information that's necessary to provide our service:
- Account Information: Email address, username, and password (encrypted) when you create an account
- Recipe Data: Recipes you create, save, or interact with
- Profile Information: Any optional profile details you choose to add
- Payment Information: Processed securely through Stripe - we never see or store your full credit card number
🚫 What We DON'T Do
- ❌ We do NOT sell your personal information - Never have, never will
- ❌ We do NOT use tracking cookies - No third-party trackers watching your activity
- ❌ We do NOT share your data with advertisers - Your information stays with us
- ❌ We do NOT send unsolicited emails - No spam, no unwanted marketing
- ❌ We do NOT sell or rent our email list - Your email is safe with us
🌴 California Residents - Your CCPA Rights
Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California residents have specific rights regarding their personal information:
- Right to Know: You can request what personal information we've collected about you
- Right to Delete: You can request deletion of your personal information
- Right to Opt-Out of Sale: You can opt out of the sale of your personal information
- Right to Non-Discrimination: We won't treat you differently for exercising your rights
📢 Important: Northern Home does NOT sell your personal information. There is nothing to opt out of because we simply don't engage in the sale of user data.
📧 Email Communications
Currently, we do not send marketing emails or newsletters. If we add a mailing list in the future:
- ✅ It will be strictly opt-in - you must actively choose to subscribe
- ✅ You can unsubscribe at any time with one click
- ✅ We will never add you automatically just because you have an account
- ✅ Your email will never be shared with third parties
🛡️ How We Protect Your Data
- 🔐 Passwords are securely encrypted and never stored in plain text
- 🔐 All data is transmitted over secure HTTPS connections
- 🔐 Payment processing is handled by Stripe, a PCI-compliant payment processor
- 🔐 We use Firebase/Google Cloud infrastructure with built-in security
🗑️ Deleting Your Account & Data
You have full control over your data. You can delete your account at any time from your Profile settings. When you delete your account, we remove your personal information, recipes, and associated data. If you need assistance or have questions about data deletion, please contact us.
📬 Contact Us
If you have any questions about our privacy practices, want to exercise your rights, or need to make a data request, please contact us. We're happy to help and will respond to all privacy-related inquiries promptly.
Last Updated: January 2025
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about Northern Home
🚀 Getting Started
What is Northern Home?
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Northern Home is a digital recipe community where you can store, share, and discover recipes. It's like having a personal cookbook that you can access anywhere, plus a community of fellow home cooks to connect with.
How do I create an account?
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Click "Sign Up" at the top of the page, choose your membership plan, and follow the prompts. If you have a coupon code, click "Have a Coupon Code?" for special access.
Is there a free trial?
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We offer trial access through special coupon codes. Check our social media or contact us to inquire about current promotions. You can also browse recipes without an account to see what we offer!
✨ Features
What's included in each membership tier?
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Silver ($4.99/mo): Add unlimited recipes, save favorites, connect with friends, use chat features, and create 1 cookbook per month (up to 10 recipes).
Gold ($8.99/mo): Everything in Silver, plus meal planning, shopping lists, and expanded cookbook creation (4/month, 15 recipes each).
Creator (Free, Invite Only): Everything in Gold, plus creator badge, video embedding (up to 300), analytics dashboard, and referral program.
Gold ($8.99/mo): Everything in Silver, plus meal planning, shopping lists, and expanded cookbook creation (4/month, 15 recipes each).
Creator (Free, Invite Only): Everything in Gold, plus creator badge, video embedding (up to 300), analytics dashboard, and referral program.
Can I import recipes from other websites?
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Currently, recipes need to be entered manually. However, you can paste content from other sources into the recipe form. We're working on an import feature for the future!
How does the meal planner work?
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Gold members and above can drag and drop recipes onto a weekly calendar. Once you've planned your meals, click "Generate Shopping List" to automatically create a list of all ingredients you'll need. You can check off items as you shop!
What are cookbooks?
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Cookbooks let you organize recipes into themed collections (like "Holiday Favorites" or "Quick Weeknight Dinners"). Gold members can create cookbooks with beautiful cover designs and share them with friends.
💳 Account & Billing
How do I cancel my subscription?
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Go to your Profile page and click "Cancel Subscription" in the membership section. Your access will continue until the end of your current billing period.
Can I upgrade or downgrade my plan?
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Yes! You can change your plan at any time from your Profile page. When upgrading, you'll get immediate access to new features. When downgrading, the change takes effect at your next billing date.
What payment methods do you accept?
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We accept all major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover) through our secure payment processor, Stripe.
🔒 Privacy & Data
Who can see my recipes?
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You control the visibility of each recipe. Public recipes can be seen by anyone. Private recipes are only visible to you. Friends-only recipes can be seen by people you've connected with.
Can I delete my account?
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Yes. Contact us at [email protected] to request account deletion. We'll remove your personal data within 30 days.
Still have questions?
We're here to help! Reach out and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.
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💳 Choose Your Plan
Select the perfect membership for your cooking journey
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Silver
$4.99/month
Perfect for home cooks
- ✓ Add unlimited recipes
- ✓ Save favorites
- ✓ Connect with friends
- ✓ Use chat features
- ✓ 1 cookbook per month (10 recipes)
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Gold
$8.99/month
For serious food enthusiasts
- ✓ Everything in Silver
- ✓ Spice rack & recipe matching
- ✓ Private recipes
- ✓ Advanced meal planning
- ✓ Smart shopping lists
- ✓ 4 cookbooks/month
- ✓ Up to 15 recipes per cookbook
BY INVITATION
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Creator
FreeInvite Only
For content creators & food enthusiasts
- ✓ Everything in Gold
- ✓ Verified 🌟 Creator badge
- ✓ Embed YouTube videos on profile
- ✓ Creator analytics dashboard
- ✓ Special creator profile page
- ✓ Priority support & early access
Or use an invite code
💡 Frequently Asked Questions
Can I cancel anytime?
Yes! You can cancel your subscription at any time. You'll retain access until the end of your billing period.
Can I upgrade or downgrade?
Absolutely! You can change your plan at any time from your profile page. Changes take effect immediately.
Do you offer refunds?
We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you're not satisfied, contact us for a full refund.
What about Lifetime membership?
Lifetime memberships are available through special coupon codes. Contact us or watch for promotions!
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30-Day Money-Back Guarantee
Try Northern Home risk-free. If you're not completely satisfied, we'll refund your money.