Work your way. Get paid. Make someone’s day.
Sign up now and see why over 600,000 shoppers choose Instacart for flexible earnings.
Create account
You must be 18+, eligible to work in the U.S., and have access to a vehicle for deliveries.
Set up account in app
Take photos of your driver’s license, and enter bank account info to get paid.
Start earning money
You’ll start seeing orders once your account is approved.
Find out where you can shop as an Instacart shopper in your area
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How shopping with Instacart works
Shop only the orders you want.
Go to the store to pick items for the order.
Chat with customers for questions or changes.
Why shoppers choose Instacart
See what sets us apart, and read more about our commitments to shoppers.
Community
“It’s very unique how the common bond we share in the shopping community has brought people of all walks of life together.”
Andrew S.
Syracuse, NY
Rewards
“Upside is the bees knees! From gas to groceries to eating out. You can't beat the actual cash back you can see and cash out at any time.”
Jocelyn P.
Temecula, CA
Earnings
“I can set my own schedule and do enjoyable work. I can work 12-hour days or take 1 or 2 deliveries, depending on my goals that week.”
Raynah W.
Chattanooga, TN
Support
“Thank goodness for phone support. Being able to speak to a person is way faster and more helpful than searching for answers online.”
Selenia M.
Deltona, FL
Shoppers make it happen
Shopping lets you serve your community by delivering the things people need—from their favorite foods to last-minute gifts.
I delivered comfort food and medicine to a mom with sick toddlers. She was nearly in tears when I arrived.
Sarah E. | Kent, WA
I delivered groceries to an elderly gentleman sent from his daughter who lives out of state. He was so thankful to have human interaction and food. I even went a few days later to bring him some more food.
Timothy D. | Knoxville, TN
Common questions about shopping with Instacart
What is Instacart?
Instacart is an app that connects you to customers who need items delivered from local stores. You use the app to view orders in your area, choose the ones you want, then shop and deliver those items to your customers. When you get paid, you can cash out in hours and earn even more with tips for great service.
How do I sign up to become an Instacart shopper in the U.S.?
Just create an account at shoppers.instacart.com. After that, download the Shopper app from the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store to complete the signup process. Once you’re approved to shop, you can start making money on your own schedule.
How do I get paid?
How much an Instacart shopper earns depends on their role type and other factors.
Full-service shopper in the U.S.
Full-service shoppers get paid per batch that they complete. Instacart provides estimates for your earnings on every order, and tracks your total earnings for the week. The amount you earn per batch depends on the size of the order, driving distance, and effort involved in shopping and delivering. Shoppers keep 100% of customer tips, and get opportunities to earn extra through promotions Instacart offers. Shoppers can cash out their earnings in as little as 2 hours.
As independent contractors, full-service shoppers have the flexibility to work as little or as often as they want. This means that total earnings potential depends on the individual.
What are the requirements to become an Instacart shopper in the U.S.?
To be eligible to become an Instacart shopper in the U.S, you must be at least 18 years of age, have legal authorization to work in the U.S., be able to lift up to 40lbs (18kg) without accommodation, and have regular access to a reliable car and a smartphone capable of running the Instacart Shopper app.
What documents do I need to sign up?
All you need is your driver’s license, social security number, and bank account information to set up direct deposit.
Do I pay for groceries myself?
Not at all. As an Instacart shopper, you’ll get a payment card from Instacart and use it at the checkout register at every store you shop. Getting a payment card is simple. New shoppers usually receive their payment card in the mail 5 to 7 business days after completing the signup process.
Where can I find additional shopper support?
You can find additional shopper resources in our Shopper Help Center available in the Instacart Shopper app.
Download the latest version of the Instacart app for iOS or Android to make sure you have access to current help center content and other features.
