You cannot legally pay a Tasker directly in cash or by bank transfer — all transactions must route through Taskrabbit's payment system, which means Taskrabbit controls the financial relationship and collects fees on every transaction.
Taskrabbit's Terms significantly limit your legal recourse by requiring US and Canadian users to arbitrate disputes individually, waiving the right to join class actions, and capping the company's financial liability at just $100 or 12 months of fees paid. Clients bear full responsibility for vetting Tasker qualifications despite platform 'badging' features, and Taskrabbit disclaims responsibility for task quality, property damage, or Tasker conduct. You can opt out of the mandatory arbitration clause by sending written notice to Taskrabbit within 30 days of first accepting these Terms.