Hidden Tips

Definition

Platform practice of concealing portion of tips above a threshold until after delivery completion.

Related Terms

Tip Transparency

Practice of showing full tip amounts before drivers accept orders, advocated by gig workers.

FAQs

Why do apps hide tips?

To prevent cherry-picking only high-tip orders, though drivers criticize this practice.

Similar Terms

Peak Pay

Additional pay offered by delivery apps during high-demand periods to incentivize drivers to work.

Batch Order

Multiple orders grouped together for delivery in a single trip, common on Instacart and DoorDash.

Stacked Orders

Multiple delivery orders assigned to a driver to complete in sequence, similar to batch orders.

Boost Zones

Designated areas where delivery platforms offer increased base pay or multipliers during busy times.

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