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Quick Start

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👨‍🎓 I'm a Student

Start booking lessons in 3 minutes

Step 1: Sign Up (2 min)

  1. 1. Go to drivebook.com.au
  2. 2. Click "Sign Up" → Choose "Student"
  3. 3. Enter email, password, name, phone
  4. 4. Click email verification link
  5. ✅ Account ready!

Step 2: Find Instructor (1 min)

  1. 1. Click "Browse Instructors"
  2. 2. Filter by location or price
  3. 3. Click on instructor you like
  4. 4. Read their bio and reviews
  5. ✅ Found someone!

Step 3: Book Lesson (1 min)

  1. 1. Click "Book a Lesson"
  2. 2. Pick date & time (green = available)
  3. 3. Add any special notes
  4. 4. Enter payment details
  5. 5. Click "Confirm"
  6. ✅ Instructor will accept within 24 hours!

Pro tip: Check instructor ratings and reviews. Higher ratings = better availability.

Full Student Guide →

👨‍🏫 I'm an Instructor

Start accepting bookings in 15 minutes

Step 1: Sign Up & Get Approved (2 min)

  1. 1. Go to drivebook.com.au → Click "Sign Up" → "Instructor"
  2. 2. Enter email, password, name, phone
  3. 3. Upload ID, working permit, police check
  4. 4. ⏳ Wait 2-5 business days for approval
  5. ✅ You'll get approval email!

Pro tip: Upload ALL documents immediately — sooner you upload = sooner you're approved!

Step 2: Set Up Profile (3 min)

  1. 1. Go to "Profile" → "Edit Profile"
  2. 2. Add professional photo
  3. 3. Write your bio (teaching style, specialties)
  4. 4. Set your hourly rate
  5. 5. Choose subscription tier (Basic/Pro/Business)
  6. ✅ Profile complete!

Step 3: Set Availability (2 min)

  1. 1. Go to "Availability"
  2. 2. Click the times you can teach
  3. 3. Save
  4. ✅ Students can now book you!

Step 4: Set Up Payouts (2 min)

  1. 1. Go to "Settings" → "Payout & Tax Settings"
  2. 2. Click "Connect with Stripe →"
  3. 3. Enter bank details (secure!)
  4. 4. Complete identity verification
  5. ✅ Ready to get paid!

Note: You get paid every Tuesday automatically. No minimum payout!

Step 5: Accept Bookings

  1. 1. When students book → You get email
  2. 2. Go to "Bookings"
  3. 3. Review booking details
  4. 4. Click "Accept" or "Decline"
  5. ✅ Respond within 24 hours!

Pricing example: Student pays $100, Pro tier (12% commission) = You get $88

Full Instructor Guide →

❓ Quick Questions

Is my payment information safe?

Yes! We use Stripe — your card details are secure and encrypted.

How long until instructor accepts?

Usually within 24 hours. You'll get an email notification.

When do instructors get paid?

Every Tuesday automatically. Money appears in bank 1-2 days later.

Can I cancel a booking?

Yes. Cancel before confirmation = full refund. After confirmation = depends on policy.

What if I'm nervous as a student?

Many instructors specialize in nervous students. Filter by this or ask them directly!

How do I get approved faster as an instructor?

Upload ALL documents immediately. Admin reviews within 2-5 business days.

Need more help?

Check the full guides or contact support