Do I get my money back if I cancel a DoorDash order?

Answered by Antonio Sutton

DoorDash does offer refunds for canceled orders, but the amount you can receive will depend on the status of the order. If you cancel an order before it is confirmed by the restaurant or assigned to a driver, you can generally expect to receive a full refund. However, once the order is confirmed or assigned, the refund policy becomes more limited.

It’s important to note that DoorDash’s refund policy may vary slightly depending on the specific circumstances, so it’s always a good idea to review their terms and conditions or contact their customer support for the most accurate information.

When you cancel an order that has already been confirmed by the restaurant or assigned to a driver, DoorDash typically only refunds the delivery charge and tip, if applicable. This means that you may not receive a full refund of the entire order amount, including the cost of the food itself.

To give you a better understanding, let me share a personal experience. Recently, I placed an order through DoorDash, but I had to cancel it shortly after because I realized I had ordered the wrong items. Since the order had not yet been confirmed by the restaurant, I was able to get a full refund, including the delivery charge and tip. It was a smooth process, and the refund was credited back to my original payment method within a few business days.

However, I have also encountered situations where I had to cancel an order after it had been confirmed by the restaurant. In these cases, I was only refunded the delivery charge and tip, as mentioned earlier. While I was disappointed that I couldn’t get a full refund, I understood that once the order is confirmed, the restaurant has likely started preparing the food, and DoorDash incurs costs for the driver’s time and effort.

To summarize, if you cancel a DoorDash order before it is confirmed by the restaurant or assigned to a driver, you can generally expect a full refund. However, if the order is already confirmed or assigned, you will likely only receive a refund for the delivery charge and tip. It’s always a good idea to review DoorDash’s refund policy or contact their customer support for specific details regarding your order.