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Frequently Asked Questions

Below you will find the answers to the most frequently asked questions about our meal kits.
Below you will find the answers to the most frequently asked questions about our meal kits.

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Skipping a delivery on the website

To skip a delivery, just follow these simple steps:

  1. Login to your HelloFresh account
  2. Head to the 'My Deliveries' section of your account in the top left-hand corner.
  3. Here you can click on 'Edit Delivery' and then select 'Skip this week' to skip.
  4. Skipped weeks will then be shown in red. Voila! It's that easy!

    Remember that this will only skip the individual date that you selected. To skip more deliveries, you need to select each day that you want to skip.
Skipping a delivery on the app

We're a flexible subscription service - so skipping your deliveries is quick and easy!

Simply follow these steps:

  1. Login to your HelloFresh account on the app.
  2. Select 'Home'
  3. Choose the delivery you would like to skip
  4. Click 'Edit delivery'
  5. Here you can select 'Skip this week'. Voila! It's that easy!

    You can also change your delivery day and box size in this area. Please note that this will only skip the individual delivery date that you selected. To skip more boxes, you need to select each day that you want to skip.

    Remember changes to your delivery must be made before your weekly order cut-off.
When will my box get delivered?

Your box will be delivered in your selected delivery window which you can view and change here. There are different delivery windows available depending on the area you live in.

Just make sure any changes to your account are made before your weekly order cut-off. You can find your weekly order cut-off in the ‘My Deliveries’ section of your account.

How can I track the delivery of my box?

You will receive a tracking link via SMS which you can follow to check the current status of your delivery. This will be sent from New Zealand Post or Urgent Couriers.

Is it still within your selected delivery window? It may be that your delivery driver is still on their way to you! You can check your selected delivery window here.

If your delivery window has passed and your box still hasn't arrived, please check the tracking link for the latest updates. Otherwise, please click here to get in touch with us and one of our agents will follow up directly with the couriers.

What if I’m not home to accept the delivery?

It's no problem at all! In fact, lots of our customers are not home at the time of delivery. When you confirm your order, you'll have the option to leave delivery instructions for your driver so they can leave your box in a safe place (like your back door or under your porch bench).

Rest assured, our boxes are specially designed to keep your food cool, with insulated cool pouches and ice packs to keep your ingredients as fresh as you'd expect.

How do I change my delivery address?

To change your delivery address click here.

Remember changes to your delivery details must be made before your weekly order cut-off. You can find your weekly order cut-off in the ‘My Deliveries' section of your account.

Can I skip a delivery?

How to skip on the website

Yes, absolutely! Just click here and select 'Edit delivery' then ‘Skip this week’. Remember this will only skip the selected week, and deliveries will resume again the following week. To skip for an extended period, you will need to skip each week individually.

How to skip on the app

  1. Login to your app
  2. Click on 'Home'
  3. Select the week you want to skip
  4. Select 'Edit or Skip' and then select 'Skip this week'

Just make sure any changes to your account are made before your weekly order cut-off. You can find your weekly order cut-off in the ‘My Deliveries' section of your account.

How do I change my delivery day?

To change your delivery day click here.

Remember changes to your delivery must be made before your weekly order cut-off. You can find your weekly order cut-off in the ‘My Deliveries' section of your account.

I am missing something from my delivery, what should I do?

We're so sorry to hear. We ask that you check the entire contents of your box, including the cool pouch. Also make sure that the item you are missing is not a pantry item.

If it looks like your ingredient is still missing, please let us know here so that we can make this right for you!

Where do you deliver?
We currently deliver to most regions on the North & South Island, you can check the full list here. We are always expanding our geographic scope to provide even more customers with our delicious food, so if we don’t deliver to you yet, please check back here for future updates.
I didn't get my box. What should I do?

Oh no! We're really sorry to hear that your box didn't arrive safely. You may have received a text message the night before your box was scheduled with a tracking link, so please check this for an update on your delivery.

Before getting in touch with our customer care team, please check your delivery window. Keep in mind that the delivery driver has up until the end of the window to deliver your box. Please note, we are unable to call drivers when they are on route. The driver may have left the box in an alternative safe place, so please also check the vicinity of your property.

If you still need help, click here to get in touch with us.

How does HelloFresh work?

We’re a meal kit delivery service designed to make dinnertime simply delicious! How do we do this? By delivering fresh, seasonal ingredients and easy-to-follow recipe cards right to your door, making it quick and easy for you to cook wholesome dinners the whole household will love!

You select your meals to create your perfect menu, and we’ll deliver the exact amounts of everything you need to make the meal. You’ll just need to have a few pantry staples on hand (don’t worry - it’s just basic things like salt, pepper and oil). We run a flexible subscription, so there’s no scary lock-in terms or cancellation fees. And the best part? You can manage your account on the go via our free HelloFresh app.

Don't forget, if you need to make any changes to your upcoming delivery, make sure that you do so before your weekly order cut-off which you can find in the ‘My Deliveries' section of your account.

Didn't get the info you're looking for? Click here to get in touch with us.

How do I redeem my free treat each week?

To redeem your free treat each week, simply follow the steps below:

  1. First, log in to your account online via www.hellofresh.co.nz
  2. Once logged in, click on the 'My Deliveries' tab on the upper left, and you'll see the menu and delivery week.
  3. Click the ‘Change Meals’ button to select your recipes then press ‘Continue’.
  4. Next, you’ll be shown the ‘Free Add-Ons for Life’ section where you can add one of our delicious treats to your order for free!
  5. Don’t forget to click ‘Confirm Order’ on the upper right to save your selection.

    Please note that you will need to manually add your free treat each week - these will not automatically be added to your weekly order

    Also a quick reminder! This offer is not valid once your subscription has been cancelled and will be removed from your account.
Is there a deadline for making changes to my order?

All changes (including meal swaps, skipping deliveries, changing your box type and cancelling your subscription) need to be made by the deadline. Payment will be taken the following day, so please ensure your payment details are up to date and that you have sufficient funds in your account.

You can find your weekly order cut-off in the ‘My Deliveries’ section of your account.

How do I update my personal details?

If for any reason you need to change your personal details such as your email address or password, it's easy to do from your online account by clicking here.

Remember, any changes that affect your delivery must be made before your weekly order cut off. You can find your weekly order cut-off in the ‘My Deliveries' section of your account.

How do I cancel my subscription?

We're sorry to see you go! Keep in mind that you can always skip your deliveries or switch to a fortnightly or monthly delivery. See how to skip delivery here.

Cancelling your subscription is easy, you just need to go to follow these steps(please note you cannot cancel through the app only the website):

  1. Log in to your HelloFresh account
  2. Click on your name at the top of the page, and then select 'Settings'
  3. Choose the subscription you'd like to cancel by clicking 'Manage'
  4. Click on 'Cancel my subscription' in the bottom right hand corner
  5. You will see the final screen confirming "Your subscription is now deactivated", then click close to confirm.
  6. You will receive an email confirming your cancellation, please retain this for future reference.

    Please note, if you have an active voucher applied to your account it may become void once you cancel your subscription. We don’t want you to miss out so if you just want to take a break, you can always use the 'Skip’ option in your menu selection to skip weeks.

    Remember changes to your delivery must be made before your weekly order cut-off. You can find your weekly order cut-off in the ‘My Deliveries' section of your account.
How do I reactivate my subscription?

We are so happy to hear you're coming back to HelloFresh! To reactivate your subscription click here.

Please take a few minutes to ensure your details are all up to date and correct. Don't forget, if you need to make any changes to your upcoming delivery, make sure that you do so before your weekly order cut-off which you can find in the ‘My Deliveries' section of your account.

Didn't get the info you're looking for? Click here to get in touch with us.

How do I reactivate my subscription on the app?

We are so happy to hear you're coming back to HelloFresh! Reactivating your account through our app is quick and easy.

Just follow the below steps:

  1. Login to your HelloFresh account on the app.

  1. Click 'My menu' at the bottom.

  1. Select 'Reactivate now' next to the subscription you want to restart


Please take a few minutes to ensure your details are all up to date and correct. Don't forget, if you need to make any changes to your upcoming delivery, make sure that you do so before your weekly order cut-off which you can find in the ‘My Deliveries' section of your account.

Didn't get the info you're looking for? Click here to get in touch with us.

Can I send free boxes to my friends and family?

Absolutely! Our free first delivery promotion is an offer that we give our customers to spread the HelloFresh cheer. This promotion will be offered to you when you hit certain milestones in the HelloFresh family.

To check whether you are eligible to send boxes, log in to your account and look on the top right of the page for a button called 'HelloFriends'. Click here and the 'HelloFriends' button will show a little red number in the red dot indicating how many boxes you can send. From here, you select 'Send free box' then enter your friend's email address and they will receive an email from us with your gift and instructions on how they can sign up and enjoy their first box on us!

If you can't see a red dot next to 'HelloFriends', please look out for an email which we will send when this offer is valid for you.

How does HelloFresh hold my data?
To enable you to order from us, we will create a customer account for you after your registration. In order to protect your customer account from access by third parties, we store your username and password, making your account only accessible by you, with your login details. In order for us to deliver the boxes to your door, we store your contact data, order and delivery time, and payment information. You can voluntarily provide your phone number so that we can contact you in case of delays or problems delivering your box. HelloFresh values your privacy, for more information about how HelloFresh processes your personal data please see our privacy policy. If you would prefer we did not have this information, you can request for it to be erased by submitting your request here. This process of erasure can take up to 28 days, but we can assure you that we will no longer keep any of your details or contact you in the future.
Is HelloFresh a subscription service?

We’re passionate about making it easier for you to cook delicious, nutritious meals with fresh ingredients from scratch on a regular basis – it’s better for you, your family and even the planet! But we know that your busy schedule can sometimes make it difficult, so we operate as a subscription to take all of the hard bits (like meal planning and shopping) away. We just leave you to do the fun bit – cooking and eating with your loved ones!

We know subscriptions can have a bad rep with confusing contracts, hidden terms and unwanted extras. That’s why we operate as a flexible subscription – meaning there is no minimum term and you can change your deliveries to fit in with your hectic lifestyle.

Want to skip a week?You’re the boss! Simply place your account on pause using our flexible online order calendar before your scheduled delivery cut-off which you can find in the ‘My Deliveries' section of your account.

Account changes can be made online or through the app.

Didn't get the info you're looking for? Click here to get in touch with us.

Is there a minimum subscription length?

Nope! There's no minimum term for any of our subscriptions.

As a friendly reminder, we are a subscription service so every week you will receive a box of delicious food. There is no lock in contract, so if you wish to skip or pause your deliveries, simply do so before your weekly order cut-off. You can find your weekly order cut-off in the ‘My Deliveries' section of your account.

Didn't get the info you're looking for? Click here to get in touch with us.

Can I send free boxes to my friends and family?

Absolutely! Our HelloFriends program offers you the chance to share free HelloFresh boxes with your friends and family and earn credit in return. They’ll receive a week of free meals and you’ll receive a credit off your next box when they sign up. It's a win-win.

To check whether you are eligible to send boxes you just need to log in to your account and you will see a small gift box with a number on it next to your name at the top right. If you’re using the HelloFresh app, simply choose the ‘HelloFriends’ button at the bottom of the screen. From here, select ‘Share a free box’, enter your friend's email address and they'll receive instructions on how to redeem their freebie.

Once your friend has redeemed their free box and placed an order, you will receive an email notifying you that your credit is ready to redeem. Simply click the ‘Use Credit’ button and your credit will move from ‘pending’ to ‘received’ balance and automatically apply to your next delivery (unless there is a current discount code on your account). Please note, the ‘received’ balance will reflect the total credit you’ve received from every referral, not your remaining balance.

How does the HelloFriends program work?

Our HelloFriends program offers you the chance to share free HelloFresh boxes with your friends and family and earn credit in return. They’ll receive a week of free meals and you’ll receive a credit off your next box when they sign up. It's a win-win.

To check whether you are eligible to send boxes you just need to log in to your account and you will see a small gift box with a number on it next to your name at the top right. If you’re using the HelloFresh app, simply choose the ‘HelloFriends’ button at the bottom of the screen. From here, select ‘Share a free box’, enter your friend's email address and they'll receive instructions on how to redeem their freebie.

How do I redeem my HelloFriends credit? Your HelloFriends credit will be applied to your account when your friend signs up to HelloFresh and redeems their free box voucher. Once your friend redeems their free box and places an order, you will receive an email notifying you that your credit is ready to redeem. Simply click the ‘Use Credit’ button and your credit will be activated and automatically apply to your next delivery. If you’re having trouble finding this email, please check your inbox and spam folder.

What do pending HelloFriends credit mean? Under the ‘pending’ balance in the HelloFriends section of your HelloFresh account, you will see a credit for each friend you have sent an email to with the free box promotion.

Please note, the ‘received’ balance will reflect the total credit you’ve received from every referral, not your remaining balance.

How do I update my payment details?

Changing your payment details is quick and easy through your secure login area, simply click here.

Remember changes to your account must be made before your weekly order cut-off. You can find your weekly order cut-off in the ‘My Deliveries' section of your account.

I just a payment reminder, what do I do?

This means we were unable to process payment for a delivery you received. We'll attempt payment three times before your delivery. If we're unable to take the payment successfully we'll send an email and SMS with a link to pay.

If you would like to pay now click here. You'll be able to see all unsuccessful payments, and pay by clicking 'Proceed to Payment'. You can also update your payment method if needed.

Couldn't find the information you were looking for? Click here to get in touch with us.

When will my payment go through?

You will be charged for your initial order at any time between completing the first order, and the first relevant Order Cut-Off time. You can find the order cut-off for your first delivery in the ‘My Deliveries’ section of your account.

Following the delivery of your first box, your weekly HelloFresh payments are taken the day following your weekly order cut-off.

Please ensure your payment details are up to date and that you have sufficient funds in your account.

How do I use a credit on my account?
Any credit on your account will automatically be applied towards your next delivery.
Why can I see multiple charges from HelloFresh?

An additional charge means you may have selected one of our Meal Upgrades or Extras to your delivery this week! Meal upgrades and Extras are charged to your account separately from your Meal Box each week.

To see a breakdown of your charges, head to 'Account Settings' then 'Order History' in your online account.

Why have I been contacted by a third party debt collection agency

If you have received contact from a collections agency, it means you have an outstanding amount owing for your deliveries. When a payment is unsuccessful, we will attempt to take payment three times in total. In addition to this, we will also always contact you to follow up with multiple payment reminders before referring you to our collection agency.

If you would like to pay now click here. You'll be able to see all unsuccessful payments, and pay by clicking 'Proceed to Payment'. You can also update your payment method if needed. Alternatively, you can follow the steps provided from the collections agency.

When is my weekly order cut-off?

We now only have one weekly cut off date, no matter what your delivery day is. This will be Tuesday on the week before your delivery is due to arrive. You can find your weekly order cut-off in the ‘My Deliveries’ section of your account.

By reducing the amount of cut off days, our team is able to more accurately source your ingredients each week, helping us reduce any waste at our warehouse while ensuring you receive fresh ingredients.

How do I order a box?

We're so excited for you to become a part of the HelloFresh family! It's really easy to get started. Here are instructions on how to place your HelloFresh order:

  1. Jump onto our website, click on the 'Our Plans' tab and select your chosen plan type.
  2. Check out our menu if you want a little help deciding. Then follow the simple steps to create your account; including choosing your delivery day and time and entering payment details.
  3. Make sure you read and agree to our Terms and Conditions before hitting 'Place your order'. Now the fun part, you can choose your meals!
  4. Look out for your order confirmation and the email on how to manage your account. You're done!

    Welcome to HelloFresh!
How do I swap/choose meals?

So you’ve ordered your box. Now for the fun part! Click here to choose your meals and create your perfect menu.

Just make sure you choose your recipes before your weekly order cut-off. You can find your weekly order cut-off in the ‘My Deliveries' section of your account.

How do I change my box size?

To change your box size simply follow these steps:

  1. Log in to your HelloFresh account.
  2. Click on your name in the top right-hand corner, then click on 'Account Settings'.
  3. Click on 'Plan Settings' on the left hand side. Here, you can change the box size by using the drop-down box under 'Number of people'.
  4. Make sure to click 'Save' when you are done!

    Remember changes to your delivery must be made before your weekly order cut-off. You can find your weekly order cut-off in the ‘My Deliveries' section of your account.
Can I add extra meals to my usual box size?

You bet! In the 'My Deliveries' area of your account where you select your meals, just select 'Add extra meal'. This will only apply to your next upcoming delivery, and your box will return to your regular number of meals after. You can select up to 10 meals per week. The price of the extra meals and your updated box price will be clearly displayed at the top of the page.

Remember, any changes must be made before your weekly order cut-off. You can find your weekly order cut-off in the ‘My Deliveries' section of your account.

I have a missing ingredient

Due to the extreme weather conditions in New Zealand, some of our suppliers have been affected which has resulted in instances of ingredient substitution or non delivery. When we're unable to source an ingredient, we’ll do everything we can to swap it for something that meets our high quality standards and suits the recipe ordered, while providing you with an update as early as possible. If you do have an ingredient missing in your meal kit, please note that you will be compensated. We’re sorry about any inconvenience caused and are working hard to ensure you receive appropriate substitutions so your dish will be just as delicious. We appreciate your understanding and flexibility as we navigate the current challenges.

Please log the issue here so we can take note of what has happened and compensate you for any ingredients.

Which menu preference should I choose?

The menu preference you choose simply determines which of our delicious recipes are pre-selected for you and appear at the top of your menu selection page, you will still have access to our full choice of 33 recipes each week. So, which menu preference suits your household?

Meat & Veggies: The perfect all rounder; designed to suit a variety of tastes with a range of different proteins, carbs and veggies.

Vegetarian: Add more veggies into your week and still serve up delicious and satisfying meals everyone will love.

Family Friendly: Win over tastebuds of all ages with crowd-pleasing flavours.

Calorie Smart: These wholesome recipes are still full of delicious flavour, just with less than 650 calories per serve.

Quick & Easy: Perfect for those wanting dinner to fit around a busy lifestyle or those who simply want to spend less time in the kitchen. Our Quick meals are simple and ready in less than 25 minutes and our Easy recipes have just 4 steps and involve less prep and less cleaning.

Carb Smart: The easy way to enjoy a lighter option, with less carbs and more veg.

Protein Rich: Up your daily protein intake with recipes packed with protein and flavour.

Flexitarian: Mix up your week with a delicious combination of vegetarian and meat recipes.

What staple items do I need in my pantry?

Before you start cooking, you’ll just need to check your cupboard for a few pantry staples.

  • Olive oil
  • Vinegar (white, rice or balsamic wine)
  • Sugar (brown, white)
  • Butter
  • Milk
  • Egg
  • Flour (plain, wholemeal)
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Cracked Black Pepper
  • Soy Sauce
  • Tomato sauce
  • Maple or Agave Syrup
  • Bicarbonate of Soda
  • Honey
  • Fish Sauce
  • Cinnamon

    If you're ever unsure of what pantry items you will need for your recipes, you can always log in to your online account or your HelloFresh app and click on your menu to check these out in advance.

I'm missing a recipe card

We're sorry to hear you're missing a recipe card, but don't worry, we've got you covered. Our recipe cards are stored in our recipe archive and on your weekly menu. Simply click here and select the meal you'd like to cook. You can even download a printable PDF.

Alternatively use our app. Just select the meal you want to cook and scroll through the cooking stages. It even includes a built-in timer!

Which meals will be in my box?

That's your choice! If you can't wait to see what's arriving in your next box, jump online and click on 'My Deliveries' to see what's coming up. Check out next week using the arrows at the top of the page. This is where you can also make changes to your recipe choices before the weekly cut off.

Not a customer yet? Click on 'Our Recipes' on the top navigation bar and select 'next week' to see what's coming up. You can check out all the upcoming meals. Don't forget - you can also view the upcoming recipes through the app.

My order arrived damaged. What do I do?
We're really sorry to hear this. Please click here to get in touch with us so we can make this right.

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