1. Register account
User creates an account with name, email, and password. Registration immediately enables one free full recipe unlock before any deposit.
Simple and explainable funnel
How Chef Mike works from first visit to paid unlocks
This page is designed for trust and conversion: visitors can understand exactly what is free, what is paid, and what they get at each step.
Register first
1 free full recipe
PAYG credits after trial
Manual OVO/GoPay verification
End-to-end user flow
2. Submit a recipe request
User enters a prompt like “chicken pasta for 2” and can add options: nutrition panel, image count, and practical add-ons.
3. Get preview instantly
System returns a preview summary so users can validate direction before spending credits.
4. Unlock full recipe
First unlock is free for newly registered users. After that, unlock uses credits based on selected options.
5. Deposit credits (PAYG)
User deposits to OVO/GoPay, submits reference + proof, and admin approves. Credits are added to wallet ledger.
6. Save, organize, export
Unlocked recipes can be saved, placed in folders, exported as PDF, and compiled into personal indexed cookbook PDFs.
Why this structure works
Low-friction onboarding
Free first unlock reduces risk for new users and increases trust in recipe quality.
Transparent monetization
Every paid feature has a clear credit cost, so users understand what they are paying for.
Scalable for automation later
Manual verification can be replaced by payment gateway callbacks later without changing credit logic or UX model.
Start with one request and one free unlock
Perfect for trial users and fast enough for repeat users who already keep credit balance in wallet.