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What is the DCC, and How Can You Get Involved?

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The Dasher Blog highlights stories from the community and spotlights dashers, while also providing information around education, perks & rewards.

Cut fuel costs and boost delivery efficiency with these gas-saving tips for Dashers. 

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Top Gas-Saving Tips Every Dasher Should Know 

Explore the benefits of DoorDash Shop and Deliver with essential preparation tips to enhance your earnings and improve delivery efficiency.

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How to Prepare for Shop & Deliver Offers on DoorDash

Tips for Dashers to stay safe while driving in bad weather, including vehicle maintenance, safety precautions, and emergency support.

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Weather-Proof Your Dash: Safety Tips for Driving in Bad Weather 

Learn about getting affordable insurance plans with Stride — plus, get limited-time discounts just for Dashers.


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Explore Health Insurance Savings with Stride 

Learn why communicating with customers is key to a Dasher's success, enhancing customer satisfaction, increasing tips, and earning better ratings.

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Tips and Tricks for Communicating With Customers 

Learn how Dashers can flexibly choose the best dashing times that meet their needs.

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How Dashers Can Set a Dashing Schedule on DoorDash

Learn how the DoorDash Red Card can streamline payments for Shop & Deliver orders, enhance earning potential, and unlock perks for Dashers. 

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Shop & Deliver: What Is a DoorDash Red Card? 

Knowing how to dash efficiently in your local area is one of the most effective ways to save time and maximize earnings.

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The DoorDash Strategy Guide to Local Delivery

Dashing gives me the flexibility to look after my loved ones and my community.

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I Dash So I Can Care for Others: Meet Dasher Sheila F.

Learn how merchants and Dashers can work together and tackle common issues in the delivery process. 

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5 Common In-Restaurant Issues — and Tips from Experienced Dashers to Solve Them 

More than half of all Dashers identify as women, and DoorDash is committed to advancing safety for these Dashers.

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How DoorDash Promotes Safety for Women Dashers

Use tips from experienced Dashers and see how they use Driving Insights to deepen their understanding of safe driving practices.

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Top Driver Safety Tips for Dashers from Dashers

Dashing allows me to focus on following my passions — crafting and family.


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I Dash So I Can Crochet: Meet Dasher Danelle O.

Enjoy exclusive offers on gas, new tires, DoorDash, and more through 7/7. 

Summer of Dasher Deals

Save during the Summer of Dasher Deals 

Explore how delivering alcohol with DoorDash opens up new earning opportunities for Dashers, and learn about the practices and regulations that ensure responsible deliveries.

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How to Deliver Alcohol with DoorDash as a Dasher 

Earn by Time mode is a great option for gig workers. Compare Earn by Time and Earn per Offer mode to decide which is better for you. 

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DoorDash's Earn by Time Mode, Explained

If you're just getting started as a Dasher, you might be curious about batched offers – what they are, how they work, and why they're so popular. 

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Batched Offers, Explained 

Rideshare and delivery jobs both offer flexible gig work, with different characteristics to consider.

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Rideshare vs. Delivery: What Type of Gig Work Is Right for You?

Surprise the moms in your life with gifts as special as they are — and get exclusive savings while you’re at it.


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Mother's Day Deals 2024

Becoming a Dasher doesn't have to be daunting thanks to these tips and insights from experienced Dashers.

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My First Dash: What to Expect as a First-Time Dasher

Bike delivery jobs like bike dashing are a great way to earn.

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Bike Delivery Strategies: Make the Most of Your Time

Learn how to transport flowers safely, keep them fresh, and ensure a seamless delivery experience. 

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How to Deliver Flowers with DoorDash

Dashing gives me the freedom & flexibility to pursue my creative passions and travel the world.

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I Dash So I Can Travel the World: Meet Freelance Video Editor Jeremy B.

Learn how the Shop & Deliver program helps Dashers earn more on their own time.

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Shop & Deliver: How Does Grocery Delivery Work as a Dasher on DoorDash?

From New York City to Las Vegas, seasoned Dashers share what makes particular urban areas and neighborhoods their favorites to dash in.


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The Best Cities in America for Delivery Drivers with DoorDash

Learn how delivering with DoorDash can also lead to tax savings. 

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Deliver with DoorDash? Save 25% on Your Taxes with TurboTax Premium

Enter our Dash Madness Sweepstakes and take advantage of tax time discounts.

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Don’t Miss Your Shot to Save and Win This Season

Learn about the opportunities and potential benefits of the DoorDash Pizza Program.

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How Does Pizza Delivery Work on DoorDash as a Dasher?

Here are some tips to enjoy a safe and joyful Saint Patrick's Day.

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Navigating St. Patrick's Day Roads: Tips for Safe Driving

Dashing helps support me financially as I study for my master’s degree and advocate for causes I care deeply about.

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 I Dash So I Can Advocate: Meet Grad Student and Non-Profit Founder Cindy C.

Learn how to resolve issues like closed merchants, unavailable items, blocked pick-ups, missing orders, and delays.

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Solutions to Common Live Dashing Issues

Are you a new Dasher? Boost your Dasher rating with these tips from seasoned Dashers on how to achieve a 5-star delivery.

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Tips for a 5-Star Delivery

Gig economy statistics reveal how flexibility and new digital tools are rapidly transforming independent work.

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2024 Gig Work Trends: Opportunities Gig Workers Can Look Forward To

Discover how to use the DoorDash Dasher app efficiently, from scheduling dashes to managing account details.

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How to Use the DoorDash Dasher App

Whether you’re celebrating with friends, family, or a special someone — check out exclusive savings on gas, tires, and more. 

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Valentine's Day Deals 2024 

If you require additional help on or off your dash, contact the support team or explore the Dasher Support Hub for additional resources.

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How to Contact Dasher Support

DoorDash offers flexible options for choosing your own hours. Earn extra cash at the times that work best for you.

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How to Fit Dashing Into Your Schedule

Dashing during busy times, when Peak Pay is in effect, and staying in hotspots are great strategies to help you earn with DoorDash. 

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Three Steps to Maximize Your Earnings 

Here are some tips on what to expect when you start dashing.

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Getting Started as a Dasher: What to Expect on a First Dash

Dancing is what I was born to do. Because I have lots of gigs going on at any given time, I’m able to add dashing to the mix when I need it.

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I Dash So I Can Dance: Meet Professional Dancer and Choreographer Justin P.

A Top Shopper offers advice on how to select the best quality products for delivery. 

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Shop & Deliver: Tips from a Dasher for Great Shopping Quality 

We share all the details that Dashers need to know about fulfilling orders from Best Buy. 
