When you partner with DoorDash, your business grows. In fact, a recent DoorDash survey found that a majority of merchants say that without DoorDash, their customer growth (91%), overall revenue (86%), revenue growth (85%), and profit margins (64%) would have been lower.
In this article, you’ll learn how to get started with DoorDash, complete the DoorDash merchant signup process, set up your store, and begin taking orders in no time.
How do I sign up my store for DoorDash?
Getting started on DoorDash as a merchant is easy.
Get started by filling out this form or contacting sales.
Input the details below, or wait to be contacted by the DoorDash for Merchants team.
What is the DoorDash merchant signup process?
As you enroll, you’ll be asked to:
Create a DoorDash account including your name and password
Choose an order method including the DoorDash Tablet, Point of Sale (POS), or Email + Phone Confirmation
Input DoorDash store settings, such as hours of operation, your address, and more
Add DoorDash menu items for customers to choose from via a menu link or a photo upload
Incorporate menu photography to increase sales
Select the pricing plan that works best for you
Connect your bank account to receive payments
Make sure that when you’re enrolling, you have the following information handy. You will need it during the signup process:
Legal Business Name
EIN Number (GST/HST Number for Canada)
Business Owner Name
Business Owner Date of Birth
Routing Number
Account Number
How do I activate my DoorDash tablet?
Partners who choose a tablet to receive orders will receive their device within 7 days after receiving a confirmation email. Once you receive your tablet, you’ll need to follow these steps to activate your tablet:
Read up on how to access your DoorDash tablet.
Tap Review My Menu to ensure items and pricing are accurate.
Tap Open My Store to begin receiving orders.
Make sure to check out How to Set Up Your Tablet.
How do I go live and start receiving orders?
When you and your staff are ready to begin receiving orders, you’ll go-live within the app. Here are a few best practices:
Order Fulfillment: Keep your menu and hours updated and confirm orders when they come in to ensure Customer orders don’t get cancelled.
Order Accuracy: Double check orders so you catch any special instructions and don’t miss items, and use bag stickers to ensure contents stay in the bag during delivery.
Delivery Time: Input accurate food prep times, consider designated Dasher parking, and create food pickup areas to reduce the amount of time Dashers wait for food.
If you’re unsure how to manage your incoming and live orders, take a look at our article on How to Manage Orders on DoorDash.
How do I review my sales?
You’ll receive payments from DoorDash every Thursday for the prior week. If you want to dive deeper into your order history, payments, and more, check out How to Utilize DoorDash Reporting.
How can I contact DoorDash Merchant support?
If you need help, head over to the Learning Center. If you still need help, check out our article on How to Contact DoorDash Merchant Support.
DoorDash Basics FAQ
How do I cancel my DoorDash merchant account?
We are incredibly sad to be parting ways, but will certainly honor your request to deactivate your store on DoorDash. Follow the steps below depending on if you received a DoorDash tablet or not:
If you are a DoorDash partner without a tablet:
Contact merchant support to request a deactivation. Fill out your store information, select Account Support in the dropdown, and briefly detail your request to deactivate. If you’d ever like to reactivate your account, please use the same link.
If you have a DoorDash Tablet:
Contact merchant support to request a deactivation. Fill out your store information, select Account Support in the dropdown, briefly detail your request to deactivate, and mention you have a DoorDash tablet. Remember to return the tablet! Look out for communications on next steps.
Once you get DoorDash set up, you’re ready to start taking orders from customers. You can now start expanding your reach and grow your business.
Have questions about logging in? Head over to How to Log In to the Merchant Portal.
