You can delete your Uber account through the app or website, and the process takes a few minutes
Deleting your Uber account removes your profile, payment methods, ride history, and personal information from Uber's system. Once deleted, you cannot use that account to request rides, and you will not receive messages from Uber about promotions or account activity. The deletion is permanent — you cannot undo it, though you can create a new account later with the same phone number or email address.
Uber does not charge a fee to delete your account. The process works the same whether you use iOS, Android, or a web browser. You need access to the email address or phone number associated with your account to complete the deletion.
Key Takeaways
- You can delete your account directly through the Uber app under Account Settings, or through the website at uber.com.
- Uber will ask you to confirm your reason for leaving and may offer you a discount code to stay — you can decline and proceed with deletion.
- Deletion is permanent and removes all your ride history, saved addresses, and payment methods from the system.
- After deletion, you can create a new Uber account using the same email or phone number whenever you want.
- If you have an active ride or outstanding balance, you must cancel the ride or pay the balance before Uber will process the deletion.
How to delete your account through the Uber app
Open the Uber app and tap the icon in the bottom right corner that shows your profile picture or initials. This takes you to your Account menu. Scroll down and tap "Settings," then scroll down again until you see "Delete Account" near the bottom of the page.
Tap "Delete Account." Uber will show you a screen explaining what deletion means and ask you to confirm. You may see a message asking why you want to leave — this is optional to answer. Tap the button to confirm deletion. Uber will send a confirmation email to the address on file; check your inbox and spam folder for this email within a few minutes.
Click the link in the confirmation email. This takes you to a final confirmation page where you enter your password. After you enter it, your account is deleted when ready. You will be logged out of the app.
How to delete your account through the Uber website
Go to uber.com and sign in with your email and password. Click the profile icon in the top right corner and select "Account Settings." Scroll down to find "Delete Account" and click it.
Uber will show you information about what deletion means and ask for your reason (optional). Click the button to proceed. You will receive a confirmation email at the address on file within a few minutes. Open that email, click the confirmation link, and enter your password on the page that appears. Your account is then deleted.
What happens to your ride history and payment information
When you delete your account, Uber removes your ride history from your profile. However, Uber keeps some records for legal and tax reasons — for example, if you need a receipt for a business expense or if there is a dispute with a driver. You can request this historical data through Uber's data read process before you delete your account if you want to keep your own copy.
All payment methods you saved to your account are deleted. If you had a credit card, debit card, or PayPal account linked to Uber, those links are removed. The payment methods themselves are not affected — your bank account and credit card companies still have your information.
Any Uber Cash balance or promotional credits you had are forfeited when you delete your account. Uber does not refund unused credits or cash balances.
If you have an active ride or unpaid charges
Uber will not let you delete your account if you have a ride in progress. Cancel any active ride first by opening the app, finding the active ride, and tapping "Cancel Ride." If the cancellation fee applies, you will need to pay it before you can proceed with account deletion.
If you have unpaid charges from a previous ride — for example, a toll fee or damage charge — you must pay that balance before deletion. Uber will show you the amount owed on the Account Settings page. Pay through the app using a valid payment method, then return to delete your account.
Creating a new Uber account after deletion
After your account is deleted, you can create a new one using the same email address or phone number. There is no waiting period. Open the Uber app or go to uber.com, tap "Sign Up," and enter your information as if you were a new user.
Your new account will start fresh with no ride history, no saved addresses, and no payment methods. Any promotional codes or credits from your old account are not transferred. If you want to use Uber again with the same phone number or email, you will need to add a payment method and set up your profile again.
If you want to pause instead of delete
If you are not sure whether you want to delete your account permanently, Uber offers a temporary pause option. In Account Settings, you can find "Pause Account" or "Deactivate Account" (the exact name varies by region). This hides your account for a set period — usually 30 days — without deleting your information. After the pause ends, your account reactivates automatically, and you can use it again.
Pausing is useful if you are taking a break from Uber but might want to return. Your ride history, saved addresses, and payment methods stay in place. You can also manually reactivate a paused account at any time by signing back in.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get my ride history back after I delete my account?
No, your ride history is removed from your Uber profile permanently. However, you can request a copy of your data before you delete your account through Uber's data read tool in Account Settings. Uber also keeps some records for tax and legal purposes, which you may be able to request separately if needed.
What if I forget my password and can't sign in to delete my account?
Go to the Uber sign-in page and tap "Forgot Password." Enter your email address or phone number, and Uber will send you a reset link. Click the link, create a new password, and sign in. Then follow the deletion steps in Account Settings.
Will deleting my Uber account affect my credit score or payment history?
No. Deleting your Uber account does not affect your credit score or payment history with your bank or credit card company. Uber is not a credit provider, so account deletion has no impact on your credit report.
Can I delete my account if I have an Uber Eats account too?
Uber Rides and Uber Eats share the same login account. If you delete your account, both services are deleted. You will not be able to order food through Uber Eats or request rides through Uber. If you want to keep one service but not the other, you cannot do that — deletion removes access to both.
How long does it take for my account to be fully deleted?
Your account is deleted when ready after you confirm deletion through the confirmation email link. However, it may take a few days for all your information to be removed from Uber's backup systems. You will not be able to sign in or use the account right away.