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.
Are there tips for Instacart Shoppers?
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Yes. Shoppers keep 100% of customer tips and also have opportunities to earn extra through promotions offered by Instacart.
Will I know my earnings before accepting orders from customers?
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Yes. In the app, you will be able to see your earnings in advance and choose which batches to accept based on this information.
What are Boosts in batch pay?
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When there aren’t enough shoppers in an area to meet customer demand, Boosts are offered as an extra payment, which acts as a good incentive.
Does location affect the display of available orders in the app?
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Yes, shoppers closer to the store will see batches before those who are farther away. When you get close enough to the store, a highlighted area will appear, indicating you are among the first shoppers to see batches from that store.
What types of orders can I fulfill?
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Instacart offers three types of orders: shop-only, delivery-only, and full-service (shop and deliver). A batch may include one or multiple customer orders and may come from various stores. Your pay depends on the total batch.
What types of incentives does Instacart offer?
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Instacart offers various bonuses and innovations for workers. For instance, to recognize shoppers who have completed at least 4,000 orders, Instacart introduces Platinum Protection. Platinum Protection ensures that a shopper never drops below Platinum Cart status, maintaining access to Platinum Cart rewards.
