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How to sign up — every step.

Each platform has its own intake. Here's exactly what each one takes, what they ask for, and how long it'll be before you're earning.

What to have ready

Pull all of these up before you start any signup — most stalls come from missing one of these.

License

Driver's license — front + back photos

SSN

Social Security number for background

Bank

Bank account or debit card for deposit

Insurance

Vehicle insurance proof

Registration

Vehicle registration (some platforms)

Phone

Working smartphone with the driver app

Pick a platform

Click a tab to see its exact signup steps and typical timing.

DoorDash

Fastest to start · 3–7 days · 18+

  1. Go to doordash.com/dasher/signup or download the Dasher app
  2. Enter your email, phone, and ZIP code
  3. Upload your driver's license (front and back)
  4. Enter Social Security number for the Checkr background check
  5. Add vehicle info and (in some markets) proof of insurance
  6. Wait 3–7 days for background clearance
  7. Once approved, complete the in-app orientation
  8. Start dashing — usually same-day after approval

One signup, or all of them?

Drivers who run 2–3 apps at once make significantly more than single-app drivers. While you wait on DoorDash background clearance, sign up for Uber Eats and Instacart so they're ready when you are.

See the multi-app strategy.

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