Cancelling your Uber account removes your profile, payment methods, and ride history from Uber's servers

When you delete your Uber account, Uber stops showing your name, email, phone number, and saved addresses to drivers and the company. Your payment methods are removed, and you can no longer request rides or use Uber Eats through that account. The process takes a few minutes from your phone or computer, and Uber does not require you to contact support or provide a reason.

Deletion is permanent — you cannot recover the account afterward. If you want to use Uber again later, you will need to create a new account with a new email address or phone number. Uber keeps some data for legal and tax reasons (like records of rides you paid for), but your active profile and personal information are gone.

Key Takeaways

  • You can delete your Uber account through the app or website in under five minutes without calling support.
  • Deletion is permanent and cannot be undone, so make sure you have no active rides or pending refunds before you proceed.
  • If you have an Uber Eats account linked to the same email, deleting your Uber account will also delete your Eats profile.
  • After deletion, you can sign up again with the same email address after 30 days, though Uber may treat it as a new account.

How to delete your account from the Uber app

Open the Uber app and tap the profile icon in the bottom right corner. Scroll down and tap Settings. Look for the option labeled Delete Account near the bottom of the Settings menu — it is usually below payment methods and privacy settings.

Tap Delete Account and read the warning message. Uber will tell you what data will be removed and ask you to confirm. Tap Delete or Permanently Delete to finish. The app will log you out when ready, and your account no longer exists.

How to delete your account from the Uber website

Go to uber.com and sign in with your email and password. Click your profile picture or initial in the top right corner and select Account Settings. Scroll down to find Delete Account or Close Account.

Click the delete option and confirm your password when prompted. Uber will show you a final confirmation screen listing what will be removed. Click Delete Account to complete the process. You will be signed out, and the account is gone.

What to check before you delete

Make sure you do not have an active ride in progress — Uber will not let you delete your account while a ride is running. Wait for your current ride to end and the payment to process.

Check that you have no pending refunds or credits. If you were charged incorrectly or a ride was cancelled, contact Uber support to resolve it first. Deleting your account closes the door to that support conversation, and you lose the ability to dispute charges through the app.

If you use Uber Eats, know that deleting your Uber account will also delete your Eats account if they are linked to the same email. If you want to keep using Eats, create a separate Eats account with a different email before you delete your main account.

What happens to your data after deletion

Your profile, ride history, saved addresses, and payment methods are removed from Uber's active systems within a few days. Drivers can no longer see your name or rating. You will not receive promotional emails or notifications from Uber.

Uber keeps some information for legal reasons — tax records, receipts for rides you paid for, and records needed to resolve disputes. This archived data is separate from your active account and is not visible to you or to drivers. After a set period (usually several years), Uber deletes this archived data as well.

How to sign up again after deletion

You can create a new Uber account when ready after deletion using a different email address. If you want to use the same email address, you will need to wait 30 days. After 30 days, Uber will let you sign up with that email again, though the system may treat it as a brand-new account with no history or rating from your previous account.

When you sign up again, you will start with no saved addresses, no payment methods, and no ride history. Any promotions or credits from your old account are gone. You will build a new rating from scratch based on rides you take with the new account.

If you want to pause instead of delete

If you are not sure whether you want to delete permanently, Uber does not have an official pause or deactivate option. However, you can straightforward stop using the app and not open it. Your account will remain active, but you will not be charged for anything unless you request a ride.

You can also uninstall the app and turn off notifications. This gives you time to decide without losing your account, ride history, and rating. If you change your mind later, you can reinstall the app and sign back in with your original email and password.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I delete my Uber account if I have a pending ride or active trip?

No. Uber will not let you delete your account while a ride is in progress or payment is processing. Wait for the ride to end, the driver to be paid, and the charge to complete. Then try deleting again.

Will deleting my Uber account also delete my Uber Eats account?

Yes, if both accounts are linked to the same email address. If you want to keep using Eats, create a separate Eats account with a different email before you delete your main Uber account.

Can I get my old account back after I delete it?

No. Deletion is permanent and cannot be reversed. You can sign up again with a new account after 30 days using the same email, but it will be treated as a new account with no history or rating from before.

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

Go to the Uber sign-in page and click Forgot Password. Uber will send a reset link to your email. Click the link, create a new password, and sign in. Then follow the deletion steps in the app or website.

Does Uber charge me anything to delete my account?

No. Deleting your account is free. Uber does not charge a fee to close your account or remove your data. If you see a charge after deletion, contact Uber support — it may be a ride charge from before the account was closed.