How do I submit reimbursement on Instacart?

Reimbursement requests are made in the app from the top left silhouette icon under EARNINGS < REIMBURSEMENT REQUESTS. From there you enter the information along with photo(s) of the receipt. Some supermarkets you shop for Instacart have you do the card as credit and some as debit.

Can you get reimbursed for Instacart?

To request a refund due to order issues, you must make your request within 7 days of delivery. Refunds are processed immediately, but it may take 5-10 business days to see the funds in your bank or credit card account, depending on your bank. You won’t see refunds in your Instacart account.

How do I contact Instacart for refund?

How to Request a Refund on Instacart
  1. Launch Help Center.
  2. Email the team to get in touch with an Instacart Care member.
  3. Call them at 1-888-246-7822.

Can someone else use my Instacart card?

With gift cards, you can share Instacart with anyone who has access to Instacart services in their area. Your recipient can create an Instacart account for free and redeem the gift card into their account.

Does Instacart pay you for gas?

So, in simple terms, Instacart doesn’t pay you for the gas you use while driving. According to Instacart, as a shopper you are an “independent contractor. Therefore, you use your own vehicle to handle deliveries and you pay for your own maintenance and fuel.”

Why won’t Instacart take my card?

At this time, Instacart doesn’t offer an Instacart-specific credit card. For quick and convenient checkout, you can save your preferred payment method to your account. We’re sorry for the inconvenience as we’re currently not able to accept: Any other forms of payment not listed as accepted above.

What happens if you use someone else’s Instacart?

They can track your location any time you have the app open on your phone, even in the background. If your friend has you app, gets what the customers want (or a correct replacement), has your shoppers card, and know how to shop as an Instacart Shopper, then you might be able to get away.

Can I have 2 Instacart accounts?

Can I have two or more accounts? Instacart allows only one personal account per person or household.

How long does it take for Instacart to process payment?

Instacart shoppers use a preloaded payment card when they check out with a customer’s order. New shoppers can expect to receive their card within 5 to 7 business days.

Why does Instacart say my card has insufficient funds?

This can happen if there are other transactions in your account for which there is temporary authorization. An authorization can block the amount of the transaction in your account, thus reducing the available balance.

Can I start Instacart without the card?

Instead of waiting for their physical payment card to arrive in the mail, shoppers can simply sign up for Instacart and start shopping the moment their background check is cleared.

Can I make $100 a day with Instacart?

Instacart advertises that it’s possible to make up to $25 per hour, so you can see how it is entirely possible to make $100 per day (or much more) as a shopper. You are also given 20-minute “break” periods during which you are not given orders (should you need a break).

Is being an Instacart shopper worth it?

Becoming an Instacart shopper won’t make you rich, but it is a legit and viable side hustle option.

How much can you make a week with Instacart?

Verdict: I think on average, most Instacart shoppers make about $300 to $500 per week in extra income. But, Instacart shoppers can earn $1,000+ per week in certain markets if it’s consistently busy and they have a high shopper rating.

Can you make $300 a day with Instacart?

It solely depends upon what area you’re in and how fast you are. I usually work 6-9 hours and make $300 if not more.

How much can you make a month with Instacart?

If you worked just 15 hours a week and earned $20 per hour, you could make $300 a week. That extra $1,200 a month can go a long way in helping boost your savings fund or pay down debt faster. If you needed extra money to cover an unexpected expense, you could work a few extra hours to increase your income even more.

How fast can I start working for Instacart?

Signing up for Instacart is fairly quick online. If you sign up to become an in-person shopper, you’ll need to wait for your background check to clear, which can take up to one week. After that, it’s up to you to schedule your onboarding session. The sooner you complete it, the sooner you can start working.

Do you tip Instacart curbside pickup?

Most store-backed programs specify that shoppers don’t accept tips. If you are shopping at a store that partners with Instacart, however, shoppers accept tips through the app (this is a bulk of their take-home pay). You should tip as generously as possible; 20 percent at the very least.

How do I get better batches on Instacart?

How to Get More Batches on Instacart
  1. Keep your shopper rating as high as possible.
  2. Check the app frequently for new batches and accept them quickly.
  3. Position yourself close to busy stores.
  4. Take note of busy times of day and work those hours.
  5. Follow all steps to be approved for all order types.

How much do Instacart shoppers make without tips?

Instacart pays shoppers $20+ per hour, including tips which are usually 5-20%+ of the order. Instacart shoppers keep 100% of tips. The most efficient Instacart shoppers are earning up to $45/hour.

Do Instacart drivers do the shopping?

Yes, your shopper is also your driver. Not always. In many places, there are now dedicated In Store Shoppers, who spend their shift at 1 store and only shop. The Full Service Shoppers do the deliveries, and they will also receive orders to do a full service shop.

What happens if no one accepts my Instacart order?

When you’re an InstaCart Shopper, if the customer cancels before you complete the purchase, there’s no harm done. If they cancel after the purchase has been completed, you have to take the groceries back to the store and get a refund to credit the customer. If you have already left the store yes.

Can Instacart shopper see tip?

Instacart Shoppers do see tips before delivery. But customers have the option of changing the tip within 24 hours after the delivery has been made in the event of stellar or poor service. Shoppers could also decline an order due to a low tip.