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Deadhead miles between orders, driving to restaurants for pickup, and repositioning are ALL fully deductible.  \nShiftTracker automatically logs all mileage and calculates your deduction in real time.  \n[2026 Gig Worker Tax Survival Kit | shifttrackerapp.com | Page 2](2026 Gig Worker Tax Survival Kit | shifttrackerapp.com | Page 2)  \nEvery Tax Deduction Available to Gig Workers in 2026  \nVehicle & Mileage  \n■ Business mileage at $0 .725/mile (or actual expenses method)  \n■ Parking fees and tolls during deliveries  \n■ Car washes (if required for rideshare inspections)  \n■ Vehicle inspection and registration fees (business portion)  \nPhone & Technology  \n■ Phone bill (business-use %, typically 60-80%)  \n■ Phone mount, charger, cables for car  \n■ Data plan overage charges from gig apps  \n■ Phone case/screen protector (if needed for work)  \n■ Tablet or secondary device for navigation  \nEquipment & Supplies  \n■ Insulated delivery bags and hot bags  \n■ Drink carriers and cup holders  \n■ Hand sanitizer, wipes, masks  \n■ Flashlight for nighttime deliveries  \n■ Gloves (for grocery shopping in winter)  \n■ Chargers, power banks, and charging cables for car  \n[2026 Gig Worker Tax Survival Kit | shifttrackerapp.com | Page 3](2026 Gig Worker Tax Survival Kit | shifttrackerapp.com | Page 3)  \nDeduction Checklist (continued)  \nInsurance  \n■ Commercial auto insurance rider (business portion)  \n■ Health insurance premiums (self-employed: 100% deductible)  \n■ Umbrella liability policy (business portion)  \nScooter & E-Bike Charging (Lime, Bird, etc.)  \n■ Electricity costs for charging scooters/e-bikes at home  \n■ Charging equipment (cables, adapters, power strips, surge protectors)  \n■ Vehicle/trailer used to transport scooters (mileage or actual expenses)  \n■ Storage space for scooters (portion of garage/shed if applicable)  \nHome Office (if applicable)  \n■ Dedicated workspace for trip planning/accounting  \n■ Internet service (business-use percentage)  \n■ Office supplies for record-keeping  \nProfessional Services  \n■ Tax preparation fees (Schedule C filing)  \n■ Accounting software subscriptions  \n■ Legal fees related to gig work disputes  \nOther Deductions  \n■ Roadside assistance memberships (AAA business portion)  \n■ Background check fees required by platforms  \n■ Safety equipment (dashcam, pepper spray, high-vis vest)  \n■ Uniforms or branded clothing required by platforms  \n■ Tolls, bridge fees, and ferry costs during deliveries  \n■ ShiftTracker subscription (tax-deductible business expense!)  \n[2026 Gig Worker Tax Survival Kit | shifttrackerapp.com | Page 4](2026 Gig Worker Tax Survival Kit | shifttrackerapp.com | Page 4)  \nDeductions by Platform  \nDoorDash  \n• Track miles from \"Dash Started\" to \"Dash Ended\"—includes waiting time miles  \n• Peak Pay bonuses are taxable income—report on Schedule C Line 1  \n• DoorDash does NOT withhold taxes—you must pay quarterly  \n• 1099-NEC issued if you earn $600+ in a calendar year  \nUber / Uber Eats  \n• Track miles from going online to going offline—all miles count  \n• Quest bonuses and promotions are fully taxable  \n• Uber provides 1099-NEC (earnings) and 1099-K (payment processing)  \n• Uber does NOT withhold taxes—pay quarterly  \nInstacart  \n• Track miles from accepting bat","cbCaiizGTcOY5S7T","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaiizGTcOY5S7T","pdf",17331,10,"English","# Quick Reference\n## 2026 IRS Mileage Rate\n## Mileage Deduction Calculator\n# Gig Worker Deduction Checklist\n## Vehicle & Mileage\n## Phone & Technology\n## Equipment & Supplies\n## Insurance\n## Scooter & E-Bike Charging\n## Home Office\n## Professional Services\n## Other Deductions\n# Deductions by Platform\n## DoorDash\n## Uber / Uber Eats\n## Instacart\n## Walmart Spark\n## Lyft\n## Grubhub\n## Lime (Juicing / Charging)\n## Amazon Flex\n## Roadie","[{\"question\":\"What is the 2026 IRS standard mileage rate for business use?\",\"answer\":\"The guide states the 2026 IRS standard mileage rate for business use is $0.725 per mile.\"},{\"question\":\"Which miles are deductible for gig workers?\",\"answer\":\"The guide instructs tracking EVERY mile from app-on to app-off, including deadhead miles between orders, driving to restaurants for pickup, and repositioning.\"},{\"question\":\"Do gig platforms withhold taxes for drivers?\",\"answer\":\"The guide explains that multiple platforms do not withhold taxes (for example, DoorDash, Uber, Instacart, and Amazon Flex), requiring quarterly tax payments.\"}]","2026 Gig Worker - Tax Survival Kit - Your Complete Guide to Deductions, Mileage, and Quarterly Taxes | PDF"]