Checked 30 Oct 2026 · 2 changes this month
Roadie 2.9Bronze 20 pts
A UPS-owned crowdsourced delivery platform - drivers earn 8 dollars for small local packages up to 650+ dollars for long-distance bulky items.
Good for Delivery couriers
- Only in United StatesResidents only
- Easy sign-upQuick profile or ID check
- Pays via Direct depositHow you get paid
- Local, in personWork happens near you
- Since
- 2014 12 yrs
Based in
- Atlanta, Georgia, US (UPS)
- Web rank
- #28,370 worldwide
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Roadie is a crowdsourced delivery where anyone can register to start earning. Fees are $8 to $650+ per delivery, earnings are typically paid out weekly payouts or instant cash-out and you can withdraw via Direct deposit. Founded in 2014, Roadie is based in Atlanta, Georgia, US (UPS). It is available in United States.
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What changed
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2 updates · latest Nov 1, 2026
What changed
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- Payout speed added: Weekly payouts or instant cash-out source ↗
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- Getting paid3.0
- Access2.3
- Track record3.5
- Proof of earnings3.0
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Roadie 310,000+ drivers (2026)
Every platform with this badge →Fast payoutsPays out instantly, daily or on demand+5
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Roadie Weekly payouts or instant cash-out
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Roadie Founded 2014
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Roadie US
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Roadie $8 to $650+ per delivery
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Roadie $8 to $650+ per delivery
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Every platform with this badge →Top 10K websiteAmong the world's 10,000 most visited sites (Tranco)5
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Roadie #28,370 worldwide
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Roadie Founded 2014
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Can I join Roadie?
Age, countries, equipment and how sign-up works
Yes, if you are 18 or older and live in United States.
You need a smartphone, a car, a driver's licence, a US Social Security number and a bank account. Your profile and ID are reviewed before you start. First payout: weekly or instant cash-out.
Enter your country and age in the quick check and we will tell you here whether Roadie accepts you. Your answers stay on your device.
Check with my countryAge 18 or older
Open in- A smartphone
- A car
- A driver's licence
- A US Social Security number
- A bank account
- A government ID
No sign-up cost listed.
- Sign upFree
- Quick profile or ID reviewIncluding an ID check
- Do your first workJobs, tasks or sales
- First payoutWeekly or instant cash-out
Good to know: You need a valid US driver's license, an SSN and bank details, sign-up takes about 5 minutes and verification a few hours.
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How Roadie compares
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Is Roadie legit?
What we could verify about the company
Roadie is a real, operating platform. What we could verify:
- Operating since 2014 (12 years)
- Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, US (UPS)
- Its domain roadie.com was registered in 1996 (registry record)
- Among the world's top 100,000 websites by traffic (Tranco rank #28,370)
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Roadie in public records
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- Website rank
- #28,370 worldwideAmong the top 100,000 sites (roadie.com)
- Domain registered
- Jul 1996roadie.com, 30 years ago
Sources: Tranco · RDAP registry. Retrieved October 29, 2026.
Roadie timeline
Founding, funding, milestones and news
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Founded
Roadie founded
Headquarters today: Atlanta, Georgia, US (UPS)
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Milestone
310,000+ drivers
Roadie says it has a nationwide network of more than 310,000 independent drivers covering 30,000+ US zip codes.
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Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about Roadie
How much does Roadie charge?
Roadie fees: $8 to $650+ per delivery.
How do you get paid on Roadie?
Roadie pays out via Direct deposit. Timing: Weekly payouts or instant cash-out.
Which countries is Roadie available in?
United States. Its main focus is United States.
How much do people earn on Roadie?
Roadie says it has a nationwide network of more than 310,000 independent drivers covering 30,000+ US zip codes. Individual earnings vary widely.
Is Roadie legit?
Yes, Roadie is a real, operating platform: operating since 2014 (12 years), headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, US (UPS) and its domain roadie.com was registered in 1996 (registry record). As with any platform, check its current terms before relying on it for income.
What are the best Roadie alternatives?
Similar platforms include Amazon Flex, Spark Driver, Porter and Shiply. Compare their fees and payouts in the alternatives section below.
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