Family matters: make the most of Uber’s Family Profile feature

The ride’s no fun unless the entire family can enjoy it. The Uber Family Profile feature is a handy tool that means you can set up a shared payment method for multiple users. You can add anyone you like to your Uber family account if they are of legal age, so we’ve put together some helpful suggestions for you.

Family means nobody gets left behind–even the technologically challenged. Having a family Uber account allows the most smartphone-savvy member of the family to organize everyone else’s accounts, so the rest can ride without the stress. Younger adult generations who have parents that don’t drive, and don’t iPhone very well, can help them out by setting up a profile on their behalf.

Parenthood doesn’t end when they leave home—and sometimes, neither does driving them around. If you can’t be there to do it physically, you can help them arrange their own ride by adding them to the Family Profile on Uber. You can set up the payment method (sorry, bank of mum and dad) and invite them to the account so that they’ve always got a safe and easy option to get where they need to go, and you’ve got peace of mind. You’ll also get a receipt for every trip, so you’ll know if you’re frequently funding post-night-out trips that don’t involve the library.

Sharing a car with a partner or co-parent? Nevermind arguing over who gets the car–soon you’ll be arguing over who gets to sit back and relax. Uber’s Family Profile feature means you can share the set-up and whoever is left without wheels can arrange a ride quickly and easily. It’s a great tool for busy family schedules that require you to be at multiple after-school activities at once.

Trying to organize the next family get-together? Make it easier for everyone (and make sure they’ve got no excuses for missing out) by setting up an Uber Family Profile. Everyone can make their own way there and back home again without having to worry about fiddling around with the app and payment methods—and there are no arguments about who should be the designated driver.

Anyone you trust with the family car, you can now trust with the family Uber. If you have an assistant or child-minder who needs an easy way to get around, a Family Profile can make their day easier. The bill goes directly to you, so there’s no need to worry about invoicing, but they can request the rides themselves, which is ideal for running errands during the day.

So, what are you waiting for? Get the entire family on board and get ready to ride!