Instawork Professionals FAQ

Most frequently asked questions by Instawork Professionals

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Written by Engineering Support, Zach Lemos, Sharat Akasapu and 5 others

Why did my hourly rate increase?

We've made changes to your hourly rates.

Written by Daniel
Updated over a week ago

Managing Your Account

Why wasn't my position application approved?

Here's what to do when your position application "needs corrections"

Written by Zach Lemos
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 Daniel
Updated over a week ago

Working a Gig

Motion and Fitness Tracking [iOS only]

Written by Engineering Support
Updated over a week ago

What are Paid Backups?

Information on paid backup shifts and how they differ from normal shifts

Written by Max
Updated over a week ago

Applying for a position on Indeed

What to do after you submit an application on Indeed to work an Instawork shift and other frequently asked questions

Written by Cait MacBrien
Updated over a week ago

How do I clock in or out of a shift?

Here’s how to track your time correctly in the app.

Written by Sharat Akasapu
Updated over a week ago

Health Checklist Requirement

What you need to complete while confirming your upcoming gig.

Written by Daniel
Updated over a week ago

Why am I unable to clock-out?

Requirements for clocking out when your gig is completed.

Written by Daniel
Updated over a week ago

Know Your Earnings

When do I get paid?

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

Written by Nicholas Ward
Updated over a week ago

How do I get paid?

How your earnings are deposited.

Written by Daniel
Updated over a week ago

Referral Bonus Payments

What to expect after your referral works a shift

Written by Sally Niu
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 Daniel
Updated over a week ago

Instapay

Get paid right after you finish working Instapay shifts! (Shifts with ⚡️icon)

Written by Sharat Akasapu
Updated over a week ago

Owning Your Success with Instawork

Understand your Performance Score

What determines your reliability and quality scores on Instawork?

Written by Sally Niu
Updated this week

How to book a shift on Instawork

Your step-by-step guide for booking your first shift on Instawork

Written by Cait MacBrien
Updated over a week ago

What is an on-call shift?

Understand how the on-call shift works

Written by Sally Niu
Updated over a week ago

We're celebrating and giving away $10,000 🤑 Let's get to work!

To celebrate the end of a great year and the coverage of amazing Pros on CBS we're giving away $1,000 to 10 lucky Pros! See details below.

Written by Cait MacBrien
Updated over a week ago

Refer your friends to Instawork

Help your friends and family find flexible work with Instawork

Written by Cait MacBrien
Updated over a week ago

Taxes

How do I access my tax documents/forms?

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

Written by Daniel
Updated over a week ago

How to verify or edit your email on file

Make sure your email is current, so you receive your tax paperwork.

Written by Nicholas Ward
Updated over a week ago