{"id":20172,"date":"2024-02-09T16:51:08","date_gmt":"2024-02-09T16:51:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.webmonkey.com\/how-to-doordash-for-the-first-time-ultimate-guide\/"},"modified":"2024-05-24T19:45:30","modified_gmt":"2024-05-24T19:45:30","slug":"how-to-doordash-for-the-first-time","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.webmonkey.com\/how-to-doordash-for-the-first-time\/","title":{"rendered":"How To DoorDash For The First Time (Ultimate Guide!)"},"content":{"rendered":"

So, you've successfully signed up to drive for DoorDash or you're thinking about becoming a DoorDash driver.<\/p>\n

And, you're wondering how to DoorDash for the first time.<\/p>\n

In this guide, we're covering everything you need to know to complete your first DoorDash delivery, from how the driver app works to driver tips you can keep in mind.<\/p>\n

How To DoorDash For The First Time<\/strong><\/h2>\n

If you're wondering how to DoorDash for the first time, there are 8 steps in total you have to follow:<\/p>\n

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  1. Sign up to Dash and open the Dasher app<\/li>\n
  2. Pick a zone to Dash in<\/li>\n
  3. Start Dashing<\/li>\n
  4. Accept a DoorDash order<\/li>\n
  5. Drive to the pickup location<\/li>\n
  6. Pickup the order<\/li>\n
  7. Complete the delivery<\/li>\n
  8. Get paid<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Now, like other gig apps<\/a>, learning how to start DoorDashing taks a bit of practice. You can make solid money with DoorDash<\/a>, but it takes a bit of time to learn what restaurants are worth delivering for and how to drive more efficiently.<\/p>\n

    But, don't let this small learning curve scare you<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

    The reality is driving for DoorDash is worth it<\/a> and can help you boost your monthly income once you learn how to DoorDash and get used to driving.<\/p>\n

    So, let's break down the exact steps on how to do your first DoorDash delivery so you feel a bit more confident!<\/p>\n

    1. Check The DoorDash Driver App For Busy Zones<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    You should already have the DoorDash driver app installed for Android or iOS on your phone. This is because many DoorDash markets get you to do your driver orientation through the app when you sign up.<\/p>\n

    But, if you haven't yet, download the DoorDash driver app and sign up to drive for DoorDash<\/strong><\/a> so you're ready to go!<\/p>\n

    When you open the app, you see a DoorDash heat map that highlights zones that are busy enough for you to Dash in different shades of red.<\/p>\n

    \"Surge-Pricing-DoorDash\"
    This zone is so busy it's even paying a $4 bonus of peak pay for every delivery you make!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

    Light red zones are busy, and dark red zones are very busy<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

    You might see gray zones as well, and these zones aren't busy enough for you to start Dashing in.<\/p>\n

    But, don't despair if the zone you're in is gray; you can always drive to a busier DoorDash zone before starting your first DoorDash so you're able to start driving immediately.<\/p>\n

    2. Pick A DoorDash Zone To Dash In<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    DoorDash schedules shifts in 30 minute intervals, and you have to deliver in the zone you sign up to deliver in; you can't just whip across multiple zones and deliver all over the place<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

    So, find a DoorDash zone that's busy enough for you to Dash in (indicated by red) and select that zone.<\/p>\n

    \"DoorDash-scheduling\"<\/p>\n

    You can then choose how long you want to Dash for. For example, you can schedule yourself to Dash in a zone from 4:00pm to 10:00pm.<\/p>\n

    You can sometimes edit the end-time for your scheduled Dash if you're out on the road and feel like driving more, but you don't always have this option since schedule availability is based on available drivers and order demand.<\/p>\n

    3. Hit “Dash Now”<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    Once you schedule yourself for a dash in a particular zone, drive to that zone so you're ready to begin delivering.<\/p>\n

    You then tap the “Dash Now” button to confirm you're in the zone and ready to complete your first DoorDash delivery.<\/p>\n

    The DoorDash app quickly prompts you to confirm that you have<\/strong>:<\/p>\n