Brandilla
Mouseketeer
- Joined
- Jan 7, 2016
Really? That’s stinks. I’ve only used it twice but the app clearly says the tips go directly to the Dasher.
I looked into this a few months ago because I was considering signing up to deliver. Technically, it does go to the driver. But it's shady. I can't remember the exact number, but for conversation sake, let's say $10 in minimum. So doordash drivers make a minimum of $10 per delivery, per their policy. If the order actually pays $5, and they get no tip from the buyer, Doordash adds on $5 so they make their minimum of $10. If the order pays $5 and the customer leaves a $5 tip, they make the same $10.
So if the order pays $5, it's better for the driver if you tip in cash because then doordash pays them the $5 to get to $10, plus they get your cash tip. So the driver makes more and no extra cost to you.
Note again, all of those numbers are just examples. I can't remember specifics but it was a really shady business practice so I steered clear.