A DoorDash gift card is a convenient way to give someone credit they can use toward eligible DoorDash orders. In the U.S., DoorDash says gift cards can be redeemed through DoorDash.com or the DoorDash app, and they do not expire or have fees deducted from the balance.
You can buy a digital or physical gift card, send an electronic gift by email or text, or purchase cards for business and employee rewards. The important part is choosing the right card, buying it from an authorized source, and redeeming the code correctly.
What Is a DoorDash Gift Card?
A DoorDash gift card is prepaid credit that can be applied to eligible purchases on the DoorDash platform. Instead of choosing a specific restaurant or meal, the recipient can decide how to spend the available balance on eligible DoorDash orders.
DoorDash currently offers gift cards through its gift-card marketplace, including digital and physical options. Digital cards are designed for quick delivery, while physical cards provide a more traditional gift option.
A gift card can be useful for:
- Birthdays and holidays
- Graduation gifts
- Employee rewards
- Thank-you gifts
- College students
- Friends and family
- Last-minute presents
- Corporate or customer rewards
One advantage is flexibility. The recipient does not have to decide what food they want when you purchase the gift.
How Does a DoorDash Gift Card Work?
The recipient receives a gift card code or PIN and adds it to a DoorDash account. Once redeemed, the value becomes DoorDash credit that can be used toward eligible orders.
In the U.S., DoorDash states that a valid DoorDash account is required to redeem a gift card.
If the gift card does not cover the entire order, the remaining amount can generally be paid with another available payment method. DoorDash’s gift-card guidance also explains that a primary payment method is not required when the gift-card balance covers the entire order.
How to Buy a DoorDash Gift Card
The easiest way to buy a DoorDash gift card is through DoorDash’s official gift-card page or an authorized retailer. DoorDash currently offers electronic and physical gift-card options, along with gift cards from other brands through its marketplace.
For a personal purchase, the basic process is:
- Go to DoorDash’s official gift-card section.
- Choose the DoorDash gift-card option.
- Select the available value and format.
- Enter the recipient information if you are sending it directly.
- Complete payment.
- Keep the confirmation or gift-card information until delivery is confirmed.
Digital delivery is particularly useful for last-minute gifts because DoorDash advertises instant delivery for eGift cards by text or email. Physical cards may also be available for delivery depending on the market and product selected.
Can You Buy a DoorDash Gift Card Online?
Yes. DoorDash sells gift cards online through its gift-card marketplace. The company also supports business purchases for organizations that want to distribute multiple digital gift cards.
When purchasing online, make sure you are using DoorDash or an authorized seller. DoorDash’s gift-card terms warn that cards obtained from unauthorized sellers or resellers may not be honored.
How to Send a DoorDash Gift Card
Sending a digital DoorDash gift card is usually the fastest option. You can provide the recipient’s email or phone information during the purchase process, depending on the gift-card option available.
Digital delivery makes a DoorDash gift card especially convenient when you need a present immediately. DoorDash currently promotes electronic delivery by text or email for its eGift cards.
Before completing the purchase, double-check the recipient’s information. An incorrect email address or phone number can delay delivery.
If a gift-card email does not arrive, DoorDash says common causes can include an incorrect email or phone number, spam filters, corporate firewalls, or accidental deletion. The order confirmation may contain the gift-card link.
DoorDash Gift Card vs. Door Delivery Gift
A gift card and a DoorDash gift delivery are not the same thing.
A gift card gives someone credit to use later. A DoorDash gift delivery lets you send an actual order to another person and can include a digital card and personalized message. DoorDash says recipients of a gift delivery do not need a DoorDash account.
Choose a gift card when you want the recipient to decide what and when to order. Choose a gift delivery when you want to send a specific meal or item.
How to Redeem a DoorDash Gift Card
To redeem a DoorDash gift card, sign in to your DoorDash account and enter the gift-card PIN through the gift-card section. Once successfully redeemed, the value is added to your DoorDash credit balance.
Redeem on the DoorDash App
The exact interface can change as DoorDash updates its app, but the current support instructions follow this general process:
- Open the DoorDash app.
- Sign in to your account.
- Open your account or profile section.
- Select Gift Card.
- Choose Redeem.
- Enter the gift-card PIN.
- Select the option to redeem the card to your account.
DoorDash’s support documentation says the redeemed amount will appear as DoorDash credit and can automatically apply to an eligible order.
Redeem on a Computer
You can also redeem a gift card through the DoorDash website.
Sign in to DoorDash, open Account, select Gift Card, choose Redeem, and enter the gift-card PIN. DoorDash also provides a checkout option under Promo codes, rewards & gift cards for entering the gift-card PIN.
Important: DoorDash’s business gift-card guide specifically warns not to enter a gift-card code as a regular promo code because that can produce an error.
How to Check Your DoorDash Gift Card Balance
You generally check the remaining value after redeeming the card by viewing your DoorDash credit or payment information. DoorDash’s support instructions explain that gift-card credits can appear together with other DoorDash credits.
For example, if your account already has $10 in eligible DoorDash credits and you redeem a $25 gift card, the displayed credit balance may reflect $35 in combined credits.
This means the balance you see in your account may represent more than the value of one particular gift card.
If you have an unused card that has not been redeemed, keep the original card information and purchase confirmation available. This can make it easier to resolve a delivery or redemption problem with DoorDash support.
Does a DoorDash Gift Card Expire?
For U.S. DoorDash gift cards, DoorDash’s current guidance says they do not expire and no fees are deducted from the balance.
That makes a DoorDash gift card different from some promotional credits, which can have their own expiration dates and conditions.
However, region matters. DoorDash operates separate gift-card programs and terms in markets such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. Always check the terms that apply to the card you are buying. DoorDash’s U.S. consumer terms identify different issuing entities for these regions.
Are There Fees on DoorDash Gift Cards?
For U.S. DoorDash gift cards, DoorDash states that no fees are deducted from the card balance.
This does not mean every cost associated with an order disappears. The gift card pays eligible charges according to DoorDash’s checkout rules, while any remaining order amount or applicable charges may require another payment method.
Where Can You Use a DoorDash Gift Card?
A DoorDash gift card can be used toward eligible DoorDash orders in the region for which the card is valid. In the U.S., DoorDash states that gift cards can generally be redeemed for eligible orders through DoorDash.com or the DoorDash mobile app.
The key word is eligible. A gift card is not simply a general-purpose prepaid card that works anywhere Visa or Mastercard is accepted.
For example, you cannot normally use a DoorDash gift card to pay a utility bill, buy unrelated products outside the supported DoorDash services, or withdraw the balance as cash.
Regional restrictions are also important. A U.S. gift card should not automatically be assumed to work under the Canadian or Australian DoorDash gift-card program.
Can You Use a DoorDash Gift Card for the Whole Order?
Yes, a gift card can cover an entire eligible order when the available balance is sufficient. DoorDash has stated that a credit card is not required when the gift-card balance covers the order total.
If your order costs more than your available gift-card balance, you need another accepted payment method for the remaining amount.
For example:
- Gift-card balance: $30
- Eligible order total: $24
- Remaining gift-card credit: $6
If the order total is $38 instead, the $30 gift-card balance can be applied and the remaining $8 must be covered through another available payment method, subject to DoorDash’s checkout requirements.
This makes choosing the gift-card amount relatively simple: consider the recipient’s typical order size rather than assuming the card needs to cover multiple orders.
Can You Return or Refund a DoorDash Gift Card?
DoorDash’s U.S. gift-card guidance says gift cards cannot be returned or exchanged for cash except where applicable law requires it. It also states that U.S. cards do not expire and that lost, stolen, or damaged cards are not replaceable under the stated terms.
That is why buying from a legitimate source matters.
If someone offers a discounted DoorDash gift card through an unofficial marketplace, the apparent saving may not be worth the risk. DoorDash specifically says cards obtained from unauthorized sellers or resellers may not be honored.
DoorDash Gift Cards for Businesses
Businesses can use DoorDash gift cards for employee recognition, customer rewards, promotional campaigns, and other occasions where distributing digital credits is useful.
DoorDash currently offers bulk gift-card purchasing for business customers. Its business support documentation says qualifying bulk orders can be placed in larger quantities, while the consumer gift-card marketplace also directs businesses toward bulk purchasing options.
For a small personal gift, buying a single card is simpler. For an organization distributing dozens or hundreds of cards, the business route is more appropriate because it is designed for larger-scale distribution.
Common DoorDash Gift Card Problems
Most gift-card problems involve incorrect recipient information, redemption errors, unavailable balances, or cards purchased through unauthorized sellers. Checking the source and redemption method first can prevent many avoidable issues.
Gift Card Code Is Not Working
First, make sure you are entering the gift-card PIN in the gift-card redemption area rather than the normal promotional-code field.
Also check that you are signed into the correct DoorDash account. If the card still does not work, keep your purchase confirmation and contact DoorDash support.
Gift Card Email Never Arrived
Check your spam or junk folder and verify the recipient’s email address or phone number. DoorDash also notes that corporate firewalls and accidental deletion can interfere with gift-card delivery.
Gift Card Was Lost or Stolen
Treat the gift-card code like cash. DoorDash’s U.S. guidance states that lost, stolen, or damaged cards are not replaceable under its stated terms.
FAQ
Can I buy a DoorDash gift card online?
Yes. DoorDash sells gift cards online through its official gift-card marketplace, with digital and physical options available depending on the product and market.
Can I send a DoorDash gift card by email?
Yes. DoorDash offers eGift cards with electronic delivery by email or text, making them useful for last-minute gifts.
How do I redeem a DoorDash gift card?
Sign in to DoorDash, open the Gift Card section, select Redeem, and enter the gift-card PIN. The value is then added to your DoorDash credit balance.
Does a DoorDash gift card expire?
For U.S. DoorDash gift cards, DoorDash currently states that they do not expire and no fees are deducted from the balance. Rules can differ by region.
Can I use a DoorDash gift card without a credit card?
Yes, if the gift-card balance covers the entire eligible order. If the balance is insufficient, another payment method may be required for the remaining amount.
Can I use a DoorDash gift card on the DoorDash app?
Yes. U.S. DoorDash gift cards can be redeemed toward eligible orders through the DoorDash app or DoorDash website.
Can I use a DoorDash gift card for cash?
Generally, no. DoorDash’s U.S. gift-card terms state that cards cannot be redeemed for cash except where required by applicable law.
Can I use a DoorDash gift card in another country?
Do not assume that you can. DoorDash has separate gift-card terms and issuing entities for different countries, so check the terms for the card and region involved before purchasing.
Can I return a DoorDash gift card?
DoorDash’s U.S. guidance says gift cards cannot be returned or exchanged for cash except where required by law. Check the applicable regional terms before purchasing.
Is it safe to buy a DoorDash gift card from a reseller?
The safest option is DoorDash or an authorized distributor. DoorDash warns that gift cards obtained from unauthorized sellers or resellers may not be honored.
