Do Dashers have discounts on the DoorDash platform

If you work as a Dasher and deliver orders through the DoorDash platform, you’ve probably wondered, “Do Dashers have any discounts on the platform?

The short answer is yes. Yes, they have it, but not in the way most Dashers might expect.

Dashers do not have personal discounts when ordering food through the DoorDash platform, and you will not be able to save money on burger delivery because you work for the company.

Do Dashers have discounts on the DoorDash platform

The DoorDash service offers Dashers exclusive bonuses and other discounts. They are not meant for personal use but are aimed at supporting and developing your work as a delivery driver.

No matter if you drive a car or ride a bike you can get certain benefits as DoorDash worker.

These bonuses and discounts bring Dashers quite tangible benefits as they help save on gasoline, communications, car maintenance, and other important things. Let's take a closer look at all the privileges available to Dashers.

1. Discounts for Dashers

So what you can really get?

The DoorDash platform provides delivery drivers with access to a range of partner offers and programs, through which they have the opportunity to reduce their delivery and daily work-related expenses.

Fuel and car maintenance

• Discounts on gasoline are provided through platform partners such as Upside.
• Discounts on servicing your vehicles at Jiffy Lube, CarAdvise, and other chains.
• Reduced prices for oil changes, tires, battery checks, wiper blades, etc.‍
• Providing additional referral bonuses or cashback.

By using these discounts, many full-time DoorDash delivery riders save $10-30 per month on transportation costs.

Mobile communications and accessories

• There are special rates for communication from partners Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile
• ‍Discounts are offered for the purchase of accessories: holders, power banks, protective films, etc.‍
• It is possible to replace the phone with a significant discount.

The delivery rider's phone is his main work tool. Therefore, these offers help to save on communications and equipment.

Health and well-being

• There are discounts for delivery riders on dental and ophthalmology, plans and telemedicine.‍
• It is possible to connect to mental support at a reduced price.
• There are discounts on medicines and access to virtual doctors.

Since delivery riders work as self-employed, such offers are very profitable for them and often replace traditional benefits.

Education and finance

• There are discounts on online courses, certificates, and language applications.‍
• We offer assistance in tax services, accounting for expenses, and pension savings.‍
• Platforms like Everlance and Stride will track your mileage and assist you with financial planning.

The listed tools offered by the DoorDash platform help delivery riders save money and develop as a specialist and as a person.

Current discounts offered by the platform are regularly posted on the Dasher Discounts page. Check the page every few weeks; there are often new offers.

2. The Dasher Deals program

The DoorDash platform has developed and uses the official Dasher Deals program, which offers temporary promotions and permanent offers. 

Examples:

• The program includes discounted background checks when applying for a job as a delivery rider at a reduced price.‍
• The program provides assistance to delivery riders on the road: when towing their vehicles, starting the car battery, and other technical malfunctions. 
• Seasonal discounts are provided for winter gear, gloves, thermos bags, and flashlights.‍
• Periodic collaborations with Shell, Stride Health, Advance Auto Parts, and other brands.

The program offers may vary depending on the region and time of the year, so it is recommended to enable notifications in the application or subscribe to the DoorDash email in order not to miss anything.

3. DashPass for Dashers: discount on food?

Dashers do not have permanent discounts on food orders, but sometimes they have free access to the DoorDash DashPass subscription.

What DashPass provides:

• Free delivery from partner restaurants.‍
• Reduced service fee.‍
• Access to exclusive promotions.‍
• Sometimes it's a priority in delivery (as for the customer).

DashPass is usually available for 1 month free of charge, sometimes more as part of promotional campaigns.

To receive DashPass, you must:

• Have an active Dasher account;‍
• Meet the conditions (for example, register using a promo link);
• Confirm your participation here: DashPass Benefit Sign-Up

Important: this is a temporary offer. It is not always available and may be disabled if you change your account or cancel it prematurely.

Read also: Why am I not getting Doordash orders in hotspot

4. The Dasher rewards pilot program

In some cities, DoorDash is testing a reward program for active Dasher users.

What you can get:

• Cash bonuses for a certain number of completed orders.‍
• Priority in receiving expensive orders.
• Early access to shift selection.‍
• Sometimes — gift cards, discounts on branded gear, access to new features in the application.

This program is only being tested and is not available in all regions. Check the notifications in the app or the email from DoorDash to find out if your region is participating in the program

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Conclusion

Yes, but not the ones you expected. DoorDash does not offer permanent discounts on food orders, but it offers a fairly large number of useful tools and benefits that help Dashers save money every day.

If you want to take an advantage of those oportunities you should check the Dasher Perks regularly, enable DashPass whenever it's avaiable, be active and earn good stats and get more bonuses.

Always speak with other riders, it's psossible that they could share a certain promo codes with you.

Working as a Dasher is not just about paying for delivery. This is also a whole system of privileges that you need to be aware of and use effectively.

You may not get free pizza, but DoorDash helps you cut costs and boost your earnings.You can always start working on the platform with our electric bikes.

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