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    2 min read 5 stepsApril 16, 2026Verified April 2026

    How to Use Instacart for Grocery Delivery

    Order groceries from local stores using Instacart and have them delivered to your door in as little as an hour.

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    Category
    Apps & Services
    Difficulty
    Beginner
    Read Time
    2 min read
    Steps
    5
    Topics covered
    instacart
    grocery delivery
    online grocery
    delivery
    shopping

    In this guide (5 steps):

    1. 1.Download the Instacart app or go to instacart.com
    2. 2.Create an account
    3. 3.Choose a store and add items to your cart
    4. 4.Choose a delivery time and check out
    5. 5.Track your order and rate your shopper
    1

    Download the Instacart app or go to instacart.com

    ~15s
    Download the Instacart app from the App Store or Google Play, or visit instacart.com on your computer. Tap "Get started" and enter your zip code to see which stores deliver to your address.
    2

    Create an account

    ~15s
    Enter your name, email address, and create a password. You will need to add a delivery address and a payment method (credit or debit card). Instacart also accepts EBT/SNAP benefits at participating stores.
    3

    Choose a store and add items to your cart

    ~16s
    Tap a store to browse its departments, or use the search bar to find specific items. Tap an item to add it to your cart. You can enter notes for the shopper, such as "ripe bananas preferred" or "any brand is fine."
    4

    Choose a delivery time and check out

    ~15s
    When your cart is ready, tap "Go to checkout." Choose a delivery window — as fast as one hour, or schedule a future time. Review your order, tip your shopper (recommended: at least 10%), and place your order.
    5

    Track your order and rate your shopper

    ~17s
    The app shows a live map as your shopper picks and delivers your order. You will get notifications when they start shopping and when they are on their way. After delivery, you can rate your shopper and report any substitutions or missing items for a refund.

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    Instacart lets you order groceries from local stores like Kroger, Costco, Aldi, and many others. A personal shopper picks your order and delivers it to your door. It is a convenient service if you have trouble getting to the store, have a busy schedule, or just prefer to shop from home. Delivery fees vary, and a membership can lower costs if you order often.

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