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A guide for how to use Uber

Whether you’re running an errand across town or exploring a city far from home, getting there should be easy. Learn how to ride with the Uber app.

How to use the Uber app

Create an account

All you need is an email address and phone number. You can request a ride from your browser or from the Uber app. To download the app, go to the App Store or Google Play.

Enter your destination

Open the app and enter where you’re going in the Where to? box. Tap to confirm your pickup location and tap Confirm again to be matched to a driver nearby.

Meet your driver

You can track their arrival on the map. When they’re a few minutes away, wait for them at your pickup location.

Check your ride

For your personal safety, be certain that you’re getting into the right car. Before hopping in, check the driver, car model, and license plate number against the information in the app. Once you’re in the car, have your driver confirm your name before they go.

Sit back and relax

When you arrive, payment is easy. Depending on your region, you have options. Use cash or a payment method like a credit card or Uber Cash balance.

Rate your trip

Let us know how your trip went.

Smooth rides from start to finish

Upfront pricing in real time

Before you confirm a trip, see price estimates so you don’t have to guess and so you can compare costs to find the right ride, every time.

Perfect your pickup

When you request a ride, the app automatically suggests a convenient place to meet your driver. To adjust your location, just type in a new address or drag your pin on the map within the gray circle.

Get to know the person behind the wheel

Check Driver Profiles in the app to see fun facts about your driver, including ratings and compliments.

Ratings and tips

Help us improve your experience by rating trips.

Peace of mind on every ride

From driver screening and insurance to app features that let you track your trip and stay connected, your safety is a top priority.

Ways people move around the world

The Uber app gives you the power to get where you want to go with access to different types of rides across more than 10,000 cities.

Introducing Uber Lite

Get the same reliable rides on a simple, new app. Uber Lite works on any android phone, while saving storage space and data. Plus, it’s easy to use, and designed to work in low connectivity areas.

Introducing Uber Lite

Get the same reliable rides on a simple, new app. Uber Lite works on any android phone, while saving storage space and data. Plus, it’s easy to use, and designed to work in low connectivity areas.

Go farther with Lime

Did you know you can rent Lime e-bikes and e-scooters in some cities using the Uber app? Follow directions in the app to find wheels near you.

Top questions from riders

  • You can schedule a ride up to 30 days in advance. Open the app and tap on the car-and-clock icon next to the Where to? destination box.

  • Open the app and tap the Where to? destination box. It will open a Switch Rider scroll-down option. Tap on it and select your friend. They will receive a text message with trip details, including car model and license plate, driver name and contact information, and ETA.

  • Prices are calculated based on time and distance. They are subject to surcharges, tolls encountered during your trip, cancellation and wait times if applicable, and booking fees.

    Hundreds of data points go into calculating an upfront price. It’s based on the estimated trip time, distance from origin to destination, time of day, route, and demand patterns. It also includes tolls, taxes, other fees, and surcharges.

  • Ratings go both ways. Some of the feedback we hear most often from drivers is to keep conversation friendly, respect their car and property, including not slamming doors when entering and exiting, and not distracting them while driving. For more advice, visit our Community Guidelines.

  • You can add up to 2 extra stops before or during your ride. Tap + next to the Where to? destination box to enter your address. Your price may be adjusted based on the time and distance of your destination.

*Feature not available in the Uber Lite app. The information provided on this web page is intended for informational purposes only and may not be applicable in your country, region, or city. It is subject to change and may be updated without notice.