Deleting Your Uber Account

You can delete your Uber account through the app or website, and the process takes about five minutes. Uber will close your account when ready, though it may take a few days for the deletion to process fully on their servers. Once deleted, you cannot recover the account, your ride history, or any saved payment methods — so read or screenshot anything you need first.

The deletion is permanent. You will not be able to use the same email address to create a new Uber account for 30 days. If you have an active ride, scheduled ride, or pending payment, you must cancel or resolve those before deletion will go through.

Key Takeaways

  • Delete your account through the app by going to Account > Settings > Delete Account, or through the website at uber.com by clicking your profile picture and selecting Account Settings.
  • You must cancel any active rides, scheduled rides, or pending payments before the deletion will process.
  • Deletion is permanent and takes effect when ready, though Uber's servers may take a few days to fully remove your data.
  • You cannot use the same email address to create a new Uber account for 30 days after deletion.
  • read your ride history or take screenshots of anything important before you delete, because you cannot recover it afterward.

Delete Your Account Through the Uber App

Open the Uber app and tap the profile icon in the bottom right corner. This takes you to your account menu. Tap Account, then scroll down and tap Settings.

Scroll to the bottom of the Settings page. You will see a red button labeled Delete Account. Tap it. Uber will ask you to confirm the deletion and may ask why you are leaving — you can skip this question or answer it. Tap Delete Account again to confirm. Your account is now deleted.

Delete Your Account Through the Website

Go to uber.com and sign in with your email and password. Click your profile picture in the top right corner, then click Account Settings.

On the Account Settings page, scroll down to the bottom. Click the red link that says Delete Account. Uber will ask you to confirm and may ask for feedback. Click Delete Account again. Your account will be deleted when ready.

What to Do Before You Delete

Check for active or scheduled rides. If you have a ride in progress or scheduled for the future, cancel it first through the app. Tap the ride, then tap Cancel Ride. Wait for the cancellation to process before you delete your account.

Check for pending payments. If you have an outstanding balance or a payment that failed, you must resolve it before deletion. Go to Account > Payments and update your payment method or pay any balance owed. Uber will not let you delete your account if money is still due.

Save your ride history if you need it. Tap Account > Your Trips to see all your past rides. Take screenshots of any trips you want to keep a record of, because once your account is deleted, this information is gone forever.

What Happens After Deletion

Your account closes when ready, but Uber's systems take a few days to fully remove your information from their servers. During this time, you may still see your account name in old emails or receipts, but you will not be able to log in.

You cannot use the same email address to create a new Uber account for 30 days. After 30 days, you can sign up again with that email if you want to. Any credits, rewards, or promotional codes tied to your old account are lost and cannot be transferred.

If you are an Uber driver, deleting your rider account does not affect your driver account, and vice versa. You must delete each account separately if you want both gone.

If You Want to Keep Your Account But Stop Using It

Deletion is not the only option. If you think you might use Uber again someday, you can straightforward stop using the app without deleting your account. Your account will remain open indefinitely, and you can log back in whenever you want.

If you want to hide the app from your phone but keep the account, you can delete the app from your device without deleting your account. Reinstall it anytime and log back in with your email and password.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I recover my account after I delete it?

No. Deletion is permanent. You cannot recover your account, your ride history, your saved addresses, or your payment methods. If you think you might use Uber again, consider leaving your account open instead of deleting it.

What if I forgot my password and can't log in to delete my account?

Go to the Uber login page and click Forgot Password. Uber will send a reset link to your email. Click the link, create a new password, and log in. Then follow the deletion steps above.

Will deleting my Uber account affect my Uber Eats account?

No. Uber Eats is a separate account. Deleting your Uber rider account does not delete your Uber Eats account. You must delete each one separately if you want both gone.

Can I delete my account if I have a dispute with Uber?

Yes. You can delete your account at any time, even if you have an open dispute or complaint. However, deleting your account may make it harder to resolve the dispute later, since Uber will have limited access to your account information.

How long does it take for Uber to completely remove my data?

Your account closes when ready, but Uber's servers may take a few days to fully process the deletion. You will not be able to log in right away, and the email address will be locked for 30 days before you can use it to create a new account.