Recipya

Self-Hosted

Open-source self-hosted alternative to Paprika Recipe Manager

Overview

Recipya is an open-source self-hosted recipe manager that lets users store, organize, and access their recipe collection privately. Key features include URL recipe importing (scraping), custom tags/categories for organization, meal planning calendars, shopping list generation from selected recipes, and recipe scaling. It supports exporting recipes to PDF and plain text. Deployment is simple via Docker containers or pre-built binaries, making it accessible for users with basic self-hosting knowledge. With no cloud dependencies, Recipya ensures full control over your data, ideal for home cooks seeking an alternative to proprietary tools.

Self-Hosting Resources

Find Official Image on Docker Hub View Source & Docs

Below is a reference structure for docker-compose.yml. ⚠️ Do NOT run blindly. Replace placeholders with official values.

docker-compose.template.yml TEMPLATE


version: '3'
services:
  recipya:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: recipya
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

URL recipe importing (scraping support)
Meal planning and shopping list generation
Recipe scaling and custom organization (tags/categories)
PDF and plain text recipe exports

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Recipya hard to install?

Recipya is easy to install—you can use Docker (with a simple docker-compose file) or download pre-built binaries for your OS. No complex dependencies are needed beyond Docker if using that method.

? Is it a good alternative to Paprika Recipe Manager?

Yes—Recipya offers core features like URL import, meal planning, and shopping lists similar to Paprika, but with self-hosting and no subscription fees. It lacks Paprika’s native mobile apps but provides a responsive web interface for mobile use.

? Is it completely free?

Recipya is 100% free and open-source under the MIT License. There are no paid tiers, hidden costs, or feature restrictions for self-hosters.

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Tool Info

Pricing Free/Open Source

Category Recipe Management

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Privacy-focused (no cloud data sharing)
⊕ Free and open-source (MIT license)
⊕ Straightforward deployment via Docker or binary

Cons

⊖ Requires self-hosting (no managed cloud option)
⊖ Limited mobile app support (web interface only)
⊖ Occasional scraping issues with dynamic recipe websites