DoorDash has entered the streaming service wars, offering its DashPass customers a new perk. Beginning Aug. 13, Max is now included with an annual DashPass membership. Streaming upgrades are available. DoorDash has partnered with Max, Warner Bros. Discovery’s streaming service, to include a new perk for its DashPass members.

DoorDash, Max partner to include streaming perk with DashPass

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SAN FRANCISCO & BURBANK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug 13, 2024-- DoorDash (Nasdaq: DASH), the premier local commerce platform, today announced a partnership with Max, Warner Bros. Discovery’s streaming service that brings together exclusive original series, blockbuster movies and documentaries as well as a library of beloved TV from leading brands like HBO, Warner Bros., A24, Adult Swim, ID and the DC Universe. Starting today, Max With Ads is now included with a DashPass Annual Plan membership in the U.S. at no additional cost, giving consumers a $240 annual value for $96/year.* Max is the first streaming service included with DashPass, the membership program that offers the most affordable way to order on DoorDash. DashPass offers exclusive deals, members-only benefits, and $0 delivery fees and reduced service fees on eligible orders from thousands of restaurants, grocery stores, and retailers. Additionally, for those seeking ad-free entertainment, DashPass Annual Plan members can upgrade to a Max Ad-Free subscription for a discounted rate of just $10.99/month (plus applicable taxes).** This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240813315636/en/ DashPass Annual Plan members can enjoy Max’s renowned content selection (Graphic: Business Wire)

DoorDash Partners with Max to Introduce First-Ever Streaming Benefit for DashPass Members in the U.S.

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DoorDash Adds Max Streaming Service to DashPass Membership Program

DoorDash’s DashPass membership program now includes offers from Warner Bros. Discovery’s Max streaming service. A DashPass Annual Plan membership in the United States now includes Max...

DoorDash Adds Max Streaming Service to DashPass Membership Program

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