DoorDash Crimson Plus FAQs
DoorDash Crimson Plus FAQs
Contact DoorDash Crimson Support by phone at 1-(833)296‑9399.
Unlock DoorDash Crimson Plus
Receive $500 in direct deposits each calendar month and unlock DoorDash Crimson Plus - our top tier of rewards for Dashers who bank1 with DoorDash Crimson. Keep direct depositing and your benefits stay on. It only takes minutes to set up, and you keep more of what you earn.
DoorDash Crimson Plus members get:
Fee-free overdraft protection2 - no fee, no interest.
5% total cash back3 on gas
Terms
To qualify for DoorDash Crimson Plus, participants must: (1) have an active DoorDash Crimson account in good standing; (2) receive qualifying direct deposits totaling $500 or more within a calendar month; (3) continue to receive $500 or more in qualifying direct deposits each calendar month to keep their DoorDash Crimson Plus benefits. Qualifying direct deposits only include recurring ACH deposits and/or Original Credit Transaction (OCT) deposits from a benefits provider or employer, and do not include gig economy payors. Transfers from PayPal, Zelle, Venmo, Square, Google Pay, Cash App, or similar peer-to-peer transfer services, one-time direct deposits (such as tax refunds), mobile check deposits, cash loads, and DoorDash earnings do not qualify as a qualifying direct deposit for DoorDash Crimson Plus.
Offer available only to Dashers who received a direct communication about DoorDash Crimson Plus, cannot be transferred, and is not available to all Dashers. Upon receiving $500 or more in qualifying direct deposits in a calendar month, eligible participants unlock DoorDash Crimson Plus - optional fee-free overdraft protection and an additional 3% cash back on gas (5% total) - for the remainder of that calendar month and the following calendar month. DoorDash Crimson Plus may take up to 5 days of processing to unlock after a qualifying direct deposit is received. The additional 3% gas cash back is credited to your DoorDash Crimson account on Fridays. DoorDash reserves the right to modify or cancel DoorDash Crimson Plus at any time, including offering different benefits, deposit thresholds, or qualification requirements to different Dashers or at different times. Credits may be reported to the IRS and to you on an applicable tax reporting form, as required by law. You are responsible for any federal, state, or local taxes that may apply.
General Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for this DoorDash Crimson Plus?
Dashers who are eligible for Crimson Plus must: (1) have an active DoorDash Crimson account in good standing; (2) receive qualifying direct deposits totaling $500 or more within a calendar month; (3) continue to receive $500 or more in qualifying direct deposits each calendar month to keep their benefits. This offer is not available to all Dashers. This offer is only available to Dashers who received a direct communication about this offer and cannot be transferred.
What type of direct deposit qualifies for DoorDash Crimson Plus?
A qualifying direct deposit must be a recurring ACH deposit and/or Original Credit Transaction (OCT) deposit from a benefits provider or employer. Transfers from PayPal, Zelle, Venmo, Square, Google Pay, Cash App, or similar peer-to-peer transfer services, one-time direct deposits (such as tax refunds), mobile check deposits, cash loads, gig economy payors, and DoorDash earnings do not qualify as a direct deposit for this offer.
Do earnings from other gig platforms qualify for DoorDash Crimson Plus?
No. A qualifying direct deposit must be a recurring ACH or OCT deposit from a benefits provider or employer; gig economy payors (including DoorDash earnings) do not qualify.
What do I get with DoorDash Crimson Plus?
Once you reach $500 in qualifying direct deposits in a calendar month, you unlock DoorDash Crimson Plus, which includes optional fee-free overdraft protection and an additional 3% cash back on gas (5% total). Benefits stay active as long as you keep receiving $500 or more in qualifying direct deposits each calendar month.
When do my DoorDash Crimson Plus benefits start, and how long do they last?
It may take up to 10 days to unlock your DoorDash Crimson Plus benefits after we receive your qualifying direct deposit. Once unlocked, your benefits are active for the remainder of that calendar month and the following calendar month. To keep them, receive $500 or more in qualifying direct deposits again in the next calendar month.
How does optional fee-free overdraft protection work?
Overdraft protection is available to DoorDash Crimson Plus members who have completed at least 25 lifetime deliveries and received $500 or more in qualifying direct deposits within a calendar month. It is a discretionary courtesy and is not a line of credit. We do not charge a fee or interest when we cover an overdraft. If a negative balance is created, you agree to bring your Account positive within 60 days. Amounts are set per Account, and we may suspend or discontinue this service at any time.
How do I opt-into fee-free overdraft protection?
Once eligible, you’ll receive a notification and can opt-in directly from the Crimson Hub in the Dasher app. You can opt-out of Overdraft Protection at any time.
What are the benefits of a DoorDash Crimson account and direct depositing with DoorDash Crimson?
For all users:
Instant access4 to your earnings.
DoorDash Crimson funds are FDIC-insured through Starion Bank. DoorDash Crimson funds FDIC insurance through our partner bank, Starion Bank. FDIC insurance limitations apply. Visit FDIC and refer to the DoorDash Crimson Deposit Account Agreement for more details.
For DoorDash Crimson Plus members:
Optional fee-free overdraft protection.
5% total cash back on gas at the pump
For those who direct deposit:
Get paid up to 2 days early5 .
No transfers needed - conveniently pay bills from one place.
When do I receive my cash back
You earn 5% total cash back on gas with DoorDash Crimson Plus. The first 2% posts through your standard DoorDash Crimson rewards, and the additional 3% is credited directly to your DoorDash Crimson account on Fridays while your benefits are active.
Will the benefits change?
Yes. DoorDash Crimson Plus benefits, deposit thresholds, reward amounts, and terms may change over time and may differ between Dashers or at different times. We may add, remove, or substitute benefits as we improve the program. You can keep up to date by visiting this page.
1 DoorDash is a technology company, not a bank. Banking services provided by Starion Bank, Member FDIC.
2 Optional fee-free overdraft protection is available only to eligible Dashers who have completed at least 25 lifetime deliveries. Transactions covered by overdraft protection are one-time Crimson Card purchase transactions. Overdraft protection is not available for Instant Transfers, ATM transactions, or ACH debit transactions. We pay overdrafts at our discretion, which means we do not guarantee that we will always authorize and pay any type of transaction. If we do not authorize and pay a transaction that could overdraw your account, your transaction will be declined. Repayment of any negative balance occurs automatically from future deposits.
3 Qualifying purchases at the pump only. Gas rewards limited to $600 in total spend per month. Subject to eligibility requirements and limitations. May change without notice. The 5% is delivered as a 2% standard reward plus a 3% DoorDash Crimson Plus top-up credited directly to your account on Fridays.
4 Earnings deposits typically occur within seconds. There may be times when deposits are delayed or not completed.
5 Early Access to direct deposit funds not guaranteed. We provide access to your direct deposits from employer and government payers on the day we receive them, which is typically up to 2 days earlier than your scheduled pay date.
The DoorDash Crimson Deposit Account is established by Starion Bank, Member FDIC. The DoorDash Crimson Visa Debit Card is issued by Starion Bank pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. Certain fees, terms, and conditions are associated with the approval, maintenance, and use of the Deposit Account and Card. If you have any questions regarding your Deposit Account or Card, you should consult your Deposit Account Agreement and Fee Schedule found in the Crimson Hub of the Dasher mobile app, on the DoorDash Crimson website at doordashcrimson.com, or contact us toll-free at 1-855-973-1040. Starion Bank does not endorse or sponsor and is not affiliated with third-party products or services offered or advertised by DoorDash.
DoorDash Crimson Deposit Account Agreement
DoorDash Crimson Deposit Account Fee Schedule
DoorDash Crimson Starion Bank Privacy Notice
DoorDash Crimson Electronic Communications Agreement
DoorDash Crimson Rewards Terms & Conditions
