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Since staying in has become the new norm, food delivery services have been in the spotlight. One of the most well-known food delivery services is DoorDash, which has become a staple for many of us this year.
If you’re not familiar with how DoorDash works, then you’re in the right place. This post will go over everything you need to know about using DoorDash, including how to find promo codes and how to get free shipping.
How Does DoorDash Work?
DoorDash is a website and mobile app (iOS, Android) that coordinates food delivery from local restaurants directly to you. All you need to do is order your food through DoorDash and a Dasher will pick up your order at the restaurant and deliver it wherever you are — a home, office, hotel, park, etc.
You’ll be charged a delivery fee and/or a service fee by DoorDash and it will process your payment to the restaurant.
How to Get Free Delivery on DoorDash
Choose Restaurants That Offer Free Delivery
While most locations on DoorDash charge a delivery fee, sometimes you’ll be able to find ones that aren’t. After opening the DoorDash website or mobile app, you’ll be able to see restaurants that are offering a $0 delivery fee on your first order and some that are offering a $0 delivery fee to any customer.
Image Credit: DoorDash
Sign up for DashPass
DashPass is a monthly subscription service that gives you free delivery and reduced service charges on orders over $12 from your favorite restaurants through DoorDash or sister-company Caviar. You can try DashPass free for 1 month and it can be canceled at any time.
To sign up for DashPass online, look for a DashPass promo box or click the 3 lines in the upper left-hand corner of your screen (☰) and select Get Free Deliveries.
Image Credit: DoorDash
To sign up for DashPass on the mobile app, look for the DashPass banner or click on the profile icon in the upper left-hand corner of your screen and select Get $0 delivery fees with DashPass.
Using the right credit card when ordering from a food delivery service like DoorDash can save you money and help you earn lots of points. While you might not think that a credit card can be beneficial when ordering dinner to eat at home, it can have lots of perks.
Here are our favorite credit cards to use on DoorDash:
Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card
DoorDash Benefits
The Chase Sapphire Preferred card offers a free subscription to DashPass which gives you free delivery and reduced service fees on orders over $12 at both DoorDash and Caviar.
If activated by December 31, 2023, the subscription is active through December 31, 2024. If activated during the 2024 calendar year, the subscription will be valid for 1 year from the date of activation.
Other Great Benefits
Earn 3x points on dining (including DoorDash purchases)
Get 1.25 cents per point in value when you redeem your points for travel through the Chase travel portal
The Chase Sapphire Reserve card provides a $5 monthly DoorDash credit and a complimentary DashPass subscription. If activated by December 31, 2023, the subscription is active through December 31, 2024. If activated during the 2024 calendar year, the subscription will be valid for 1 year from the date of activation.
Those cardholders who are not yet members can register for a complimentary 3-month DashPass membership.
DoorDash Promo Codes and Coupons
There are lots of different ways to find DoorDash promo codes and coupons to help you save money on your next delivery.
The first place to look is on the DoorDash website. Often you’ll be able to find locations that are offering free delivery or even a discount without having to search for a separate coupon code.
Image Credit: DoorDash
If you’re on the DoorDash mobile app, click on Offers on the bottom menu bar to see any locations that are offering free delivery or discounts.
Image Credit: DoorDash
You’ll also be able to find promo and coupon codes on popular deals and coupon websites:
Hot Tip: DashPass members will also earn 5% credit back (on orders up to $100) when ordering Pickup from DashPass restaurants. Look for the blue P logo, opt for Pickup, and select the DashPass Pickup Benefit promo code when you checkout. Once your Pickup is complete, the credit earned will be added to your account and applied to your next order.
You might be wondering how DoorDash stacks up to its competitors. Here’s a little head to head comparison to see how these food delivery companies compare — DoorDash vs. Grubhub vs. Uber Eats vs. Postmates.
Postmates Unlimited: $9.99 (free delivery on all orders over $12); or $99.99 annually
$2.50 (minimum varies by location)
All fees can vary based on location and are subject to change at any time.
Final Thoughts
With so many of us sticking closer to home these days, food delivery services like DoorDash have become commonplace. With DoorDash, you can order from your favorite restaurants online or through the mobile app, and a Dasher will pick up your order and deliver it to your door.
DoorDash charges delivery and service fees but there are ways to avoid them. DashPass is a monthly subscription that gives you free delivery and reduced service charges on any order over $12. Best of all, you can get a free subscription to DashPass with credit cards like the Chase Sapphire Reserve card or Chase Sapphire Preferred card.
DoorDash is a food delivery service. All you need to do is go to the website or open the DoorDash mobile app. You’ll be able to search for local restaurants and place your order. Your food will then be picked up by a Dasher and delivered to the address you designate.
The DoorDash delivery fee will vary based on the restaurant you order from but it usually is between $2 and $7. However, some locations offer free delivery and you can join DashPass to get free delivery on orders over $12. Some credit cards like the Chase Sapphire Reserve card and Chase Sapphire Preferred card include a free subscription to DashPass.
If you’d rather not pay a delivery fee for your DoorDash order, choose a restaurant that’s offering free delivery. Alternatively, you can sign up for DashPass, a monthly subscription that gives you free delivery and reduced service fees on all orders over $12. A free subscription to DashPass comes with select credit cards like the Chase Sapphire Reserve card and Chase Sapphire Preferred card.
Katie has been in the points and miles game since 2015 and started her own blog in 2016. She’s been freelance writing since then and her work has been featured in publications like Travel + Leisure and Forbes Advisor.
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March 15, 2023
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May 04, 2023
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Emily Mills
March 15, 2023
This is such a nice post, I really like it, Thanks for sharing this post with us.
Amelie Alexander
May 04, 2023
Such a great & informative article; amazing post and great content.
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