One of the great things about Uber is how simple it is.  Need a ride? Just tap a button and a driver will come and pick you up.

That’s why, from Monday 14 May, you will no longer be able to pay for your Uber ride using cash in Manchester.

So we’re asking you to update your profile with your preferred digital payment method as soon as possible. It’s really simple, and should only take you a couple of minutes.

Adding and selecting a preferred payment method will allow you to request a ride. You can add payment methods such as credit cards or a PayPal account. When a ride ends, your selected payment method is charged.

During a ride, use your app to check that your preferred payment method is selected. Swipe up from the bottom of the app and tap your desired payment method before the trip ends.

How to update your payment method

Add a payment method

1. Select ‘Payment’ from your app menu.
2. Tap ‘Add payment’.
3. Add a payment method by scanning a card, manually entering card info, or adding an alternative payment type.

Scan a credit card 

1. To scan a card, tap the camera icon. Your phone may ask permission for the Uber app to use the camera.
2. Center your card in your phone’s screen so that all 4 corners flash green. Cards with embossed letters and numbers are typically easiest to scan.
3. Enter the card’s expiration date, CVV number, and or postal code.
4. Tap ‘Save’.

Manually add a credit or debit card

1. Enter your card number.
2. Enter the expiration date, CVV number, and postal code.
3. Tap ‘Save’.

We also accept PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Uber Gift Cards.

Update an existing digital payment method

You can edit a debit or credit card’s expiration date, CCV number, and or postal code. If you have an Uber for Business profile, you can also change the profile your card is associated with by selecting Settings from your menu. Select Profiles to get started.

1. Select ‘Payment’ from your app menu.
2. Select the payment option you’d like to update.
3. Tap the three dot icon, then tap edit.
4. Make changes, then tap ‘Save’ when you’re done.

While a debit or credit card number can’t be edited, a card can be deleted from your account and then added again as a new payment method. Read on to learn how to delete a payment method.

Delete a payment method

Your account must have at least one payment method at all times. If you wish to delete your only payment method, you’ll need to add a new one first.

1. Select ‘Payment’ from your menu.
2. Select the card you’d like to delete.
3. Tap the three dot icon in the upper right corner.
4. Tap ‘Delete’, then confirm.

We’re dedicated to building the best experience for you and the drivers we partner with. We hope you’ll continue to enjoy the freedom and flexibility offered by Uber.