Yes, you can switch your payout method from DasherDirect to Fast Pay even after you have activated your physical DasherDirect card. While DasherDirect automatically sets your account for instant payouts to your DasherDirect card, DoorDash provides the flexibility to change your preferred payout method.
How to Switch Your Payout Method from DasherDirect
Switching your payout preference within the DoorDash app is a straightforward process. Follow these steps to change your earnings payout from DasherDirect to Fast Pay:
- Open the Dasher App: Launch the DoorDash Dasher app on your mobile device.
- Access Earnings: On the main screen, tap the 'Bank' icon to navigate to your Earnings screen.
- Initiate Payout Switch: On the Earnings screen, locate and tap 'Switch Payout Account'.
- Select Fast Pay: From the available options, choose Fast Pay as your desired payout method. It's important to note that fees apply to Fast Pay transactions.
Understanding Fast Pay and DasherDirect
- DasherDirect: This program provides Dashers with a prepaid debit card and a linked bank account, offering instant deposits of earnings after each dash without transaction fees. Upon activation of the physical card, this becomes your default payout method.
- Fast Pay: This option allows Dashers to cash out their earnings instantly to a linked bank account for a small fee. It's an alternative for those who prefer to receive their funds directly into a personal bank account immediately, rather than waiting for weekly direct deposits or using the DasherDirect card.
For more detailed information on DasherDirect, Fast Pay, and other payout options, you can refer to the official DoorDash support resources: Introduction to DasherDirect.
Practical Insight: If you've been using DasherDirect but decide you need your earnings in your personal bank account faster than the weekly direct deposit allows, switching to Fast Pay is a viable solution. Just be mindful of the transaction fees associated with each Fast Pay request.
