How to Order Groceries Online

Get groceries delivered to your door or ready for pickup using your phone.

In this guide (6 steps):

1.Popular services
2.How it works
3.Tips for better orders
4.Pickup vs delivery
5.Saving money
6.Tipping etiquette

Popular services

~15s

Instacart: delivers from many stores (Costco, Kroger, Aldi). Walmart: free delivery on $35+ orders with Walmart+ ($12.95/month). Amazon Fresh: free for Prime members on $35+ orders. Target: same-day delivery via Shipt.

How it works

~15s

Download the app, enter your address, select your store. Browse by category or search for specific items. Add items to your cart. Choose a delivery window or pickup time. Pay in the app.

Tips for better orders

~15s

Write notes for substitutions ("If out of 2% milk, get whole milk" or "No substitutions"). Check your order before the shopper starts. Be available for text messages about replacements.

Pickup vs delivery

~15s

Pickup (curbside) is usually free. You drive to the store, park in a designated spot, and someone loads your trunk. Delivery costs $5-10 per order (or free with a subscription).

Saving money

~15s

Compare prices between apps — they vary. Use digital coupons in the store's own app. Buy store brands. Walmart and Aldi generally offer the lowest prices for grocery delivery.

Tipping etiquette

~15s

For delivery: 15-20% tip is standard (these shoppers earn most of their income from tips). You can adjust the tip after delivery based on the experience. For pickup: tipping is appreciated but not expected.

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