More and more food delivery apps are appearing to compete with long-established ones. One of these is Postmates, which was launched in 2011, so it has been providing its services in the U.S. for some time now.
Usually, many customers are asked the same question: Does Postmates Take Cash? Since there are so many doubts about it, some people need clarification, so here we will tell you if it is possible and provide you with other delivery apps that take cash.
Things you need to know about Postmate service
This delivery app is similar to DoorDash and Grubhub, so it will be easy to get started if it’s your first time using it. With Postmates, you can buy groceries and find a store near you in your neighborhood. It also allows you to order from restaurants, ice cream, or coffee shops near you.
An excellent option to avoid overpaying is comparing prices between these apps to see which offers better benefits, etc.
One particularity that makes Postmates stand out from other apps, such as Uber Eats, is that it offers its own payment method, known simply as “Postmates cash.” One of its advantages is that it allows the user to redeem gift cards to pay for food orders.
So, can I use cash to pay on Postmates?
Unfortunately, the answer is no. Postmates is a cashless delivery service. For this, they created their own payment method, from which you can also tip and pay at the cash register if you go to the restaurant in person.
Likewise, merchants can only receive a cash payment through the Postmates app. In case this happens by mistake, the driver or delivery person will have to cancel the delivery from the “Support” section of the app.
Other payment alternatives
Being a platform where cash is not received, electronic means of payment are. One of them is Apple Pay. It is ideal for those who are regular users of this system and want to avoid paying using Postmates’ digital cash.
Of course, to make use of this alternative to pay for your order in Postmates, you must have money in your Apple Pay account, which, as you probably know, must be linked to your Apple wallet (do not forget that you must complete the verification process to pay with this method in Postmates).
Can I Use my PayPal account to pay on Postmates?
This is not a payment alternative either. For now, the Postmates app does not accept payment directly from PayPal. However, there is an option only from Google Pay, so it does not apply if you have an iPhone.
To use this payment method in Postmates, it is necessary to link your PayPal account to Google Pay and then configure it as a payment method.
You can also use a prepaid card to pay for a food order on Postmates. Since it is similar to a debit card, you will have no problem making the payment. However, keep in mind that you must have money on the card.
Otherwise, the payment will not be processed, and you will have to look for other alternatives due to the lack of response from customers who want to pay with cash at Postmates. Also, if you own an EBT Card, you can pay an order at Postmates with it.
What about Cash App? Does it work with Postmates?
Another of the most convenient and widely used payment methods today is Cash App. Unfortunately, this platform does not yet operate with Postmates. If you’re trying to purchase from a food delivery app like Postmates, you may want to know if it works for it.
However, you can do the same as with PayPal and Google Pay: add your Cash App account and use it to pay for your food or groceries on Postmates.
Use cash to give a tip to the Postmates driver
Although you can’t pay for your Postmates purchase with cash, you can tip the delivery driver with cash. In this sense, it also works similarly to Grubhub. In addition, the drivers keep the entire tip to themselves. Of course, if you prefer, you can also use the Postmates platform itself to tip the delivery person.
Are there any delivery apps that take cash?
You may be wondering if DoorDash takes cash. This popular food delivery company, unlike Postmates, does take cash payments, at least at most restaurants.
Also, in case the restaurant you order from accepts cash deliveries, the platform also offers cash change. However, there is a policy: the order must be at least of $7 to allow you to pay in cash.
There are also others like Uber Eats. Although, it depends on the area, restaurant, and delivery. If in doubt, check with your favorite delivery app or find out what other Food Delivery Apps take cash.
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