DoorDash Dasher App Mobile Widget
DoorDash Dasher App Mobile Widget
Overview
The Dasher app mobile widget gives you faster access to key information before you go online — check offer wait times, active promos, and start or schedule a dash right from your phone’s home screen, without opening the app. With up-to-date information and one-tap access, it’s easier to act quickly and get on the road when it matters.
Why Dashers use it
Once it's on your home screen, you'll wonder how you dashed without it.
You stop heading out on a hunch. Check the widget first. If conditions are good, you go. If not, you wait. Fewer wasted trips, more productive dashes.
You stop missing Peak Pay. The promo shows up on your home screen the moment it's active. No digging through the app. No finding out after the fact.
You stop opening the app just to check. Everything you need is on your home screen, the moment you need it.
How It Works
1. Add the widget to your home screen
On iOS:
Long-press the wallpaper on your phone's home screen
Tap Edit then Add Widget
Search for Dasher
On Android:
Long-press the Dasher app icon on your phone's home screen
Tap Widgets
Tap the widget preview, then tap Add.
2. See key info at a glance
Once added, the widget will show helpful information based on what’s happening in your area.
Here are some examples:
Average offer wait time
Peak Pay (if active)
Schedule a dash
Your current dash (when online)
3. Start or schedule a dash quickly
Tap the widget anytime to:
Start a dash
Schedule a dash
Go to the app for more details
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What can I see in the widget?
A: You’ll see the most relevant info for your area, such as:
How busy it is (average wait time)
Peak Pay
A “Schedule” button if your area is not busy
Your active dash status
Q: Do I need to be logged in for the widget to work?
A: Yes. If you’re logged out, you’ll see a prompt to open the app and log in.
Q: Why does my widget show an error or a blank state?
A: This can happen if:
Your location permissions are off
You’re outside an active dashing area
You haven’t granted background access on your phone
Be sure to check your Dasher app settings to address the issue.
Q: Does the widget update in real time?
A: Yes, the widget refreshes automatically. You can also tap it to force a refresh.
Q: Will using the widget drain my battery?
A: No, the widget is lightweight and updates in short intervals to minimize battery use.
Q: Can I use the widget while dashing?
A: Yes. You’ll see your current dash earnings and options to pause or resume (depending on device/OS).
Q: My widget hasn't refreshed in a while. What do I do?
A: If your widget is not updating, try opening and closing the Dasher app to force the widget to refresh.
