Update the app (iOS)
Open the App Store on your iPhone or iPad.
Tap your profile icon in the top-right corner.
Scroll down to find Simmer in the pending updates list.
Tap Update. Simmer will download and install the latest version.
Current version: 4.2.1 · Requires iOS 16.0 or later
Save recipes offline (iOS)
Available for Pro and Family plan subscribers.
Open any recipe in the Simmer app.
Tap the 🔖 bookmark icon in the top right.
Select "Save for offline" from the options.
The recipe downloads automatically. Access it anytime from My Cookbook → Offline.
App crashing or not loading (iOS)
Force-quit the app: swipe up from the bottom, pause, swipe Simmer up. Reopen the app.
Check for updates in the App Store (see above).
Restart your iPhone: hold Side + Volume Down until power slider appears.
If still crashing, delete and reinstall: long-press Simmer icon → Remove App → Reinstall from App Store. Your data is saved to the cloud.
Update the app (Android)
Open the Google Play Store on your device.
Tap your profile icon in the top-right corner.
Tap Manage apps & device → Updates available.
Find Simmer and tap Update.
Current version: 4.2.1 · Requires Android 8.0 or later
Save recipes offline (Android)
Available for Pro and Family plan subscribers.
Open any recipe in the Simmer app.
Tap the ⋮ menu (three dots) in the top right.
Select "Download for offline".
Access offline recipes from My Cookbook → Downloaded.
App crashing or not loading (Android)
Force stop: Settings → Apps → Simmer → Force Stop. Reopen the app.
Clear cache: Settings → Apps → Simmer → Storage → Clear Cache. (This won't delete your data.)
Check for updates in the Play Store.
Sync across devices
Your cookbook, preferences, and meal plans sync automatically as long as you're signed in with the same account. If sync seems stuck:
Make sure you're signed in to the same account on all devices.
Check you have an internet connection on all devices.
Pull down on the home screen to force a manual sync.
If data is still missing after 5 minutes, sign out and back in.