What are some popular stores that Instacart partners with?
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Popular stores that partner with Instacart include Costco, Petco, Meijer, Kroger, Publix, Albertsons, ALDI, Raley's, and many others. Delivery and shoping are also available from various other stores.
How many hours do Instacart Shoppers need to work?
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As independent contractors, full-service shoppers have the flexibility to work as little or as often as they choose, which will impact their earnings. This means that overall earning potential depends on the number of hours the individual decides to work.
What is batch pay?
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Batch pay reflects the total expected effort required to complete a batch. This includes travel to the store and to the customer, the number and weight of items, and the estimated time needed to shop for the batch. Batch pay can increase if the customer adds more items before checkout.
Does delivery pay vary based on the weight factor?
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Yes, there is a payment called Heavy Pay that accounts for the weight of items. This additional payment is included as an extra component to the batch pay when there are multiple heavy items, and it always amounts to at least $2.
Does the app help identify peak earning hours?
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Yes. In the app, you can use tips on the Peak Earning Times page. It helps plan your shopping up to a week in advance so you can choose which days and hours work best for you. Each week, Instacart provides you with details about which hours pay more per batch compared to the lowest paying hour that week, allowing you to shop during the times that suit you best.
How does Direct Deposit work?
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You will receive weekly payments for the services you provided the previous week, from Monday to Sunday, if you prefer direct deposits.
What are the main levels in Instacart?
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There are three main levels based on points: Gold Cart (200 pts), Platinum Cart (1000 pts), and Diamond Cart (2000 pts).
