How does Instacart keep food frozen?

We make sure that all items are maintained in temperature-controlled fridges and freezers at the store until the driver arrives. We’ve also implemented the use of insulated bags and coolers to make sure your items stay at the correct temperature while in transit from the store to you.

What is Instacart temperature controlled?

Temperature control— When shopping for orders made in advance, we ask shoppers to make sure that they keep all temperature-sensitive items in fridges and freezers at the store until the driver arrives.

Are Instacart shoppers penalized for missing items?

Too many low ratings and they will start to be given fewer orders. Eventually, repeat errors can get them let go by Instacart. But the Shopper is not penalized for mistakes, and their pay is not docked when this kind of mistake occurs.

Do Instacart drivers have coolers?

Instacart drivers are required to have their own coolers and adding ice or icepack helps to keep things cold or frozen. You dont drop them off unless they are there to receive them.

What size are Instacart insulated bags?

11″ x 32″ x 21″
Cash & Carry 11″ x 32″ x 21″ Insulated Bags (each) – Instacart.

What is a push notification on Instacart?

Desktop push notification marketing You must opt-in to web push notifications before receiving promotions on your computer. Once you opt-in, you can click the link in the notification to add the promotion to your account. You can also add a promotion code to your account in the Instacart app or on the website.

What happens if you can’t find an item on Instacart?

Replacement instructions Find Best Match: Your shopper selects the best possible replacement. This is the default option for when items aren’t available. Pick Specific Replacement: To select your own replacement, tap or click on the item, then select Pick Specific Replacement.

How do you keep food cold on Instacart?

How long does it take for Instacart to deliver ordorders?

Orders can be placed up to 7 days prior to delivery designated by the customer at check out. Orders can be scheduled for delivery in as little as one hour or within the next 2 hours, depending on Instacart’s Shopper availability.

How do I cancel an order on Instacart?

● To cancel an order simply log back into Instacart’s site or smartphone app and find your pending order. You can cancel an order online up to the time Instacart’s Shoppers start picking the order in the store. Typically, this is 1-2 hours before the requested delivery time.

Does Instacart Express require a subscription?

Some regions require an Instacart Express subscription. In some regions, you can simply order and pay the fee. Sometimes the fee can be waived. None of this information is transparently available on the Instacart website. Many people in the comments on this very article state as much.

Do you need in-person training to become an Instacart shopper?

He specifically mentions the fact that viewing training videos and passing the associated quizzes is no longer a requirement for becoming an Instacart shopper. There is also some talk about actual in-person training which doesn’t seem to inspire much confidence either.