There is no gift greater than the gift of delicious takeout. If you can't be there yourself, giant pizza in-hand, you can always send a DoorDash instead, although not every DoorDash user may be aware of this.
Can you send a DoorDash to another person? Absolutely. Here's how to do just that.
How to Send a DoorDash to Someone Else
Is sharing a DoorDash account the only way to send a meal to somebody else? Contrary to popular belief, you can send a DoorDash meal anywhere, even if you won't be the one answering the door.
In 2020, DoorDash rolled out a new gifting option that gave platform patrons an easy way to send someone a DoorDash. It's super easy, and it can all be done from the web app or through your smartphone.
How to Send a DoorDash Through the Web
Sending somebody else a DoorDash is pretty much the same as sending a DoorDash to yourself, with just a couple of extra steps:
- At the top of the DoorDash webapp, change your default DoorDash address to the address of your intended recipient
- Choose any restaurant within its radius and a meal to send
- Hit Add to Cart
- At checkout, use the Send as a gift option
- Place your order, and let the good times roll
This last feature is really cute. You can personalize your gifted DoorDash delivery with your friend's name, and even attach a custom note and a digital card.
You can also give the recipient the option of scheduling the DoorDash delivery themselves, if applicable, as well as choose whether the courier contacts you or your friend if they need help finishing the job.
When you send a DoorDash as a gift, you'll also get a special gift-tracking link that allows you to confirm that your gift met its target. You can use this code covertly, for your own sanity, or share it with the recipient if the DoorDash isn't a surprise.
How to Send a DoorDash on DoorDash Mobile
This process is very similar for a person sending a DoorDash gift through the DoorDash app:
- Swap out your default address for your friend's address or location
- Tap the Add to Cart button
- Use the Send as a gift option
- Finalize everything with the Place Order button
And, with that, your friend's DoorDash gift will be on its way. Now that's convenience.
Why Send a DoorDash?
A thoughtful DoorDash gift can take many forms, and will be the perfect treat for any of a number of scenarios:
- Long-distance partners.
- A sick friend.
- Celebrations and congratulations.
- An emergency delivery for a pal in need.
- A well-deserved pick-me-up.
An alternative way to send a DoorDash is by simply buying your friend or lover a DoorDash gift card so that they can just order whatever they want on their own.
This is a completely valid option, but we find that this type of scheme lacks a certain sense of romance and spontaneity, which might be what you're looking for.
It doesn't always have to be a cake or a box of chocolates. The fastest way to any person's heart is through the belly—give your favorite person something fun to look forward to, even when either of you are far from home.
Gifting on DoorDash Is a Perfect Act of Kindness
Show some love and gratitude whenever possible is always appreciated. A rough morning at the office? A long night studying at the library? A DoorDashed Starbucks might just be what your friend need to power through.
Take the time to be a hero. An impromptu DoorDash gift is only two taps away from becoming their new reality, and they'll have only you to thank.