Instawork Professionals FAQ

Most frequently asked questions by Instawork Professionals

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27 articles in this collection
Written by Jake Blas, Sharat Akasapu, Frances Liu and 2 others

Managing Your Account

Why was I deactivated or suspended?

Understand why I was deactivated or suspended

Written by Sharat Akasapu
Updated over a week ago

How to change your account information

Need to change your account information?

Written by Jake Blas
Updated over a week ago

Why am I only seeing certain gig positions?

Written by Jake Blas
Updated over a week ago

How do I apply to more positions with Instawork?

Increase your earnings by applying to different positions that match your qualifications.

Written by Dominique Harris
Updated over a week ago

Working a Gig

Health Checklist Requirement

What you need to complete while confirming your upcoming gig.

Written by Dominique Harris
Updated over a week ago

Getting your shift covered by a friend

You can ask another Instawork Professional to cover for you so that it doesn't count as a cancellation

Written by Apoorv Narang
Updated over a week ago

Why am I unable to clock-out?

Requirements for clocking out when your gig is completed.

Written by Dominique Harris
Updated over a week ago

What happens if I’m running late?

You should inform the on-site contact, but you should avoid being late by all means.

Written by Frances Liu
Updated over a week ago

What if I can’t make a gig?

Here are a few things to know about our policies and what to do when you need to cancel

Written by Frances Liu
Updated over a week ago

There's an emergency and I have to cancel my gig! What do I do?

Here at Instawork we understand that emergencies happen.

Written by Jake Blas
Updated over a week ago

Social Media and Instawork Gigs

Do not capture and post images of Instawork gigs

Written by Jake Blas
Updated over a week ago

When can I take a break?

Written by Jake Blas
Updated over a week ago

What if I get asked to stay later? Sent home early?

Different schedule than booked

Written by Jake Blas
Updated over a week ago

Know Your Earnings

Do I earn tips if I work with Instawork?

Will Instawork Professionals earn gratuity while working gigs?

Written by Jake Blas
Updated over a week ago

When will I get paid?

Generally, you'll be paid weekly, directly to your bank account.

Written by Frances Liu
Updated over a week ago

W-2 Gigs Are Here!

Here is everything you need to know about booking W-2 gigs with Instawork.

Written by Jake Blas
Updated over a week ago

How do I get paid for gigs I've worked?

How your earnings are deposited.

Written by Jake Blas
Updated over a week ago

Does Instawork take out taxes from my pay?

1099/W2 taxes. What do I file on my tax return?

Written by Jake Blas
Updated over a week ago

How to view your W2 Paystubs

How to sign up for an ADP account

Written by Jake Blas
Updated over a week ago

Instapay

Get paid right after you finish working select gigs!

Written by Sharat Akasapu
Updated over a week ago

Disputing your hours!

Steps for disputing your shift hours.

Written by Jake Blas
Updated over a week ago

Owning Your Success with Instawork

Performance Guidelines

How Instawork measures Professionals' performance

Written by Jake Blas
Updated over a week ago

Earn 5-Star Ratings

What you need to know to get a great rating and earn more money

Written by Jake Blas
Updated over a week ago

What is a Shift Lead?

Information about expectations of this role.

Written by Dominique Harris
Updated over a week ago

How can I refer my colleagues?

Help get your friends and family work by referring them to Instawork

Written by Jake Blas
Updated over a week ago

Instawork Gold FAQ

Written by Jake Blas
Updated over a week ago

Got feedback from Instawork Partners?

Here's what it means and how to improve your ratings in the future

Written by Jake Blas
Updated over a week ago