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Class Action and Jury Trial Waiver

High severity High confidence Explicit document language Common · 206 of 352 platforms

Key Facts

On what basis may each party bring claims against the other?
Instacart requires that each party may only bring claims against the other on an individual basis, not on a class, collective, coordinated, consolidated, or representative basis.
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What it is

The agreement waives users' rights to participate in class, collective, or representative actions and to jury trials for all covered claims. Disputes may only be brought on an individual basis in arbitration, with the exception that the enforceability of the class action waiver itself is reserved for judicial determination.

This analysis describes what Instacart's agreement states, permits, or reserves. It does not constitute a legal determination about enforceability. Regulatory applicability and practical outcomes may vary by jurisdiction, enforcement context, and individual circumstances. Read our methodology

ConductAtlas Analysis

Why it matters (compliance & governance perspective)

This provision establishes that the enforceability of the class action waiver subsection is specifically carved out from the arbitrator's authority and reserved for a court of competent jurisdiction, creating a judicial review point. If a court finds the waiver unenforceable as to a specific claim, that claim may be severed and litigated in court while the remainder of the arbitration agreement continues.

Consumer impact (what this means for users)

Under this clause, users may not join class action lawsuits or participate in collective proceedings against Instacart for covered claims. The agreement also waives the right to a jury trial for all claims subject to arbitration.

What you can do

⚠️ These actions may provide transparency or partial mitigation but may not fully address the underlying issue. Effectiveness varies by jurisdiction and individual circumstances.
  • Opt Out of Arbitration
    Within 30 days
    Email arbitration-opt-out@instacart.com within 30 days of accepting these terms with your name, account email, and a statement opting out of the Arbitration Agreement to preserve your right to participate in class proceedings.

How other platforms handle this

Chegg Medium

If, however, this Class Action Waiver is deemed invalid or unenforceable with respect to a particular Dispute...neither you nor Chegg will be entitled to arbitration of such Dispute.

Tinder Medium

the arbitration provider, National Arbitration and Mediation ("NAM"), shall not accept or administer any demand for arbitration and shall administratively close any arbitration unless the Party bringing such demand for arbitration can certify in writing that the terms...were fully satisfied.

Wise Medium

Neither you nor we may elect arbitration of any claims seeking only individualized relief asserted by you or us in small claims court, so long as the action remains in that court and is not removed or appealed de novo...

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EACH OF US MAY BRING CLAIMS AGAINST THE OTHER ONLY ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS AND NOT ON A CLASS, COLLECTIVE, COORDINATED, CONSOLIDATED, OR REPRESENTATIVE BASIS, AND THE PARTIES HEREBY WAIVE ALL RIGHTS TO HAVE ANY CLAIM BE BROUGHT, HEARD, ADMINISTERED, RESOLVED, OR ARBITRATED ON A CLASS, COLLECTIVE, COORDINATED, CONSOLIDATED, OR REPRESENTATIVE BASIS. ONLY INDIVIDUAL RELIEF IS AVAILABLE, EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE REQUIRED BY APPLICABLE LAW. ... TRIAL BY JURY WAIVER: BY ENTERING INTO THESE TERMS, YOU AND INSTACART AGREE TO WAIVE ANY RIGHT TO SUE IN COURT AND HAVE A TRIAL IN FRONT OF A JUDGE OR JURY FOR CLAIMS COVERED BY THIS ARBITRATION AGREEMENT.

Excerpt from Instacart's Terms of Service (Superseded Capture)

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Applicable agencies

  • Federal Trade Commission (ftc)
    Oversees unfair or deceptive business practices and can investigate companies that mislead consumers about data collection, sharing, or use.
    Who can file: Anyone affected by the company's practices (US or international)
    What you need: Your account details, a timeline of relevant events, and a description of the specific issue
    What to expect: Complaints inform FTC enforcement priorities and investigations but do not result in individual resolution or compensation
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  • State Attorney General
    State AGs in California, New York, Texas, and other states can investigate violations of state consumer protection and privacy laws, including CCPA (California), SHIELD Act (New York), and equivalents.
    Who can file: Residents of states with comprehensive privacy laws — primarily California, Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, and Utah
    What you need: Evidence of the violation, explanation of how your state rights were affected, and your account or contact information with the company
    What to expect: Outcomes vary by state. May result in investigation, enforcement action, or requirement for the company to change practices. No direct individual compensation in most cases.

    Search "[your state] attorney general consumer complaint" to find your state's direct complaint form

Applicable regulations

FAA
United States Federal

Provision details

Document information
Document
Instacart Terms of Service (Superseded Capture)
Entity
Instacart
Document last updated
May 5, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
July 12, 2026
Last verified
July 12, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-071687
Document ID
CA-D-00559
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
Wayback Machine
Content hash (SHA-256)
ae8ddec1a4b4cdd448758acc355b3f9ed11450c827847cdbe233cdbf85e7dfec
Analysis generated
July 12, 2026 15:13 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
✓ Snapshot stored   ✓ Hash verified
Citation Record
Entity: Instacart
Document: Instacart Terms of Service (Superseded Capture)
Record ID: CA-P-071687
Captured: 2026-07-12 15:13:44 UTC
SHA-256: ae8ddec1a4b4cdd4…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/instacart/instacart-terms-of-service-superseded-capture/provision/CA-P-071687/class-action-and-jury-trial-waiver/
Accessed: Aug. 26, 2026
Permanent archival reference. Stable identifier suitable for legal filings, compliance documentation, and research citation.
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Severity
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Instacart's Class Action and Jury Trial Waiver clause do?

This provision establishes that the enforceability of the class action waiver subsection is specifically carved out from the arbitrator's authority and reserved for a court of competent jurisdiction, creating a judicial review point. If a court finds the waiver unenforceable as to a specific claim, that claim may be severed and litigated in court while the remainder of the arbitration …

How does this clause affect you?

Under this clause, users may not join class action lawsuits or participate in collective proceedings against Instacart for covered claims. The agreement also waives the right to a jury trial for all claims subject to arbitration.

How many platforms have this type of clause?

ConductAtlas has identified this type of provision across 206 platforms. See the full comparison.

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