Earn More with Priority Mode
As a Platinum driver, you now have exclusive access to Priority Mode. You can turn it on when things get slow to stay busy and keep earning. You’ll always come out on top with Priority Mode. In fact, most drivers earn 15% more.
How it works
More rides, less downtime. Spend less time waiting between ride requests and more time earning.
Always come out on top. You’ll make slightly less per ride with Priority Mode, but you’ll earn more overall because you’ll get more rides. In the rare case you don’t earn more, your earnings will be adjusted so that you always come out on top.
See how much more you earn. You can see how Priority Mode boosted your earnings in the Driver app. Most drivers earn 15% more.
FAQs
How do I earn in Priority Mode?
You’ll make slightly less per ride, but you’ll have more opportunities to earn. Most drivers earn 15% more using Priority Mode. Plus, you can see how much Priority Mode boosted your earnings.
Where can I see how much I earned in Priority Mode?
Visit the Earnings tab in your Lyft Driver app to see how much you earned. You’ll be able to see this info anytime you drive at least one hour in Priority Mode. It’ll appear in your Earnings tab the next day.
When will my earnings be adjusted?
In the rare case you don’t earn more in Priority Mode, you’ll get an earnings adjustment to match what you would have earned for those rides without Priority Mode so you'll always come out on top. This may happen if Priority Mode doesn’t keep you as busy as expected. Any day you’ve given rides for at least one hour in Priority Mode, you’ll be eligible for an adjustment. It’ll appear in the Earnings tab the next day.
Will I see my Priority Mode earnings upfront?
If upfront pay is available in your region, you will continue to see the amount you’ll earn for each ride upfront when you are driving in Priority Mode.
When will Priority Mode hours be available?
If you’re a Platinum driver, you’ll be notified when you can access your Priority Mode hours.
The number of drivers that can use Priority Mode at the same time are limited to make sure drivers using their hours get more ride requests. If it’s unavailable, check back later.
Do all drivers have access to Priority Mode?
Right now, only Platinum drivers in select cities have access to Priority Mode. Update: as of February 1, 2024, Elite drivers will also have access.
What happens if I lose my Platinum status?
If you move to another tier, you won’t be eligible for Priority Mode. You can see your tier and track your progress by tapping ‘Lyft Rewards’ in your Lyft Driver app.
When’s the best time to use it?
It’s your choice when to use Priority Mode. It’s generally most useful to keep Priority Mode on when it’s less busy because you’ll be prioritized for ride requests as they become available.
Check out additional tips on how to make the most of Priority Mode here.
How many hours of Priority Mode can I use per week?
You can check the number of hours you have available each week in the Lyft Driver app. The number of Priority Mode hours available can change from week to week, depending on how busy it is in your area.
Platinum drivers in the same area will receive the same number of Priority Mode hours per week.
Are there situations when Priority Mode won’t be available?
Priority Mode may be unavailable if:
You used all of your Priority Mode hours for the week. Check which day your hours reset in the Lyft Driver app.
Drivers in your city didn’t receive Priority Mode hours for a given week. This may happen at times, depending on how busy it is in your area.
There aren’t any Priority Mode spots left in your area. The number of drivers that can use Priority Mode at the same time are limited to make sure drivers using their hours get more ride requests.
You’re at the airport. Priority Mode isn’t available at airports and doesn’t affect the airport queue.
You’re in an area where Priority Mode isn’t available.
You’re using a location filter such as 'Arrive on time,' ‘Stay within area’, or 'Head to destination.’
Priority Mode is currently only available for Standard rides. You can still get ride requests for other ride types—Lyft XL, Extra Comfort, Black, Black SUV—but you won’t be prioritized for these requests.
Is there a limit on how long I can turn it on?
Once you turn on Priority Mode, you can keep it on for as long as you have hours left to use.
Can I turn it off whenever I want?
Yes. Tap the 'Priority Mode’ row at the bottom of the driver home screen. Then, tap ‘Turn off.’
If I don’t use all my hours in a given week, will they carry over to the next week?
No. Unused Priority Mode hours do not carry over.
When do my Priority Mode hours reset?
Your Priority Mode hours reset every week. See which day your hours reset in the Lyft Driver app.
Which ride types are eligible for Priority Mode?
Priority Mode is currently only available for Standard ride requests.
Take the tutorial for more tips on how to make the most of Priority Mode.