You can cancel Uber Eats through the app or website in about two minutes
Cancelling your Uber Eats account removes your payment methods, delivery addresses, and order history from the platform. The process is straightforward: you go into your account settings, find the option to delete your account, confirm your choice, and it's done. You don't need to contact customer support or wait for approval — the cancellation takes effect right away.
If you have an active order when you try to cancel, Uber Eats will ask you to wait until that order is complete. You can cancel a pending order separately before you delete your account, or you can straightforward pause your account instead if you think you might return later.
Key Takeaways
- Open the Uber Eats app or go to ubereats.com, tap your profile icon, and select Account Settings to find the delete account option.
- You must confirm your choice by entering your password or using the verification method Uber Eats sends to your email.
- Active orders must be completed or cancelled before you can delete your account.
- If you're not sure you want to leave permanently, you can deactivate your account temporarily instead of deleting it.
- Cancelling your Uber Eats account does not cancel a separate Uber (rides) account if you have one — they are separate.
How to delete your account through the mobile app
Open the Uber Eats app and tap the profile icon in the bottom right corner. This takes you to your account page. Look for "Account Settings" or "Settings" — the exact wording depends on your phone's operating system, but it's always near the top of the menu.
Scroll down in Account Settings until you see "Delete Account" or "Close Account". Tap it. Uber Eats will show you a warning that explains what happens when you delete — your saved addresses, payment methods, and order history will be removed. Read through this, then tap the button to confirm you want to proceed.
You'll be asked to enter your password or to verify your identity through an email link. Check the email address connected to your Uber Eats account for a message from Uber. Open that email and click the verification link, or return to the app and enter your password when prompted. Once you verify, your account is deleted.
How to delete your account on the website
Go to ubereats.com and sign in to your account. Click your profile icon in the top right corner and select "Account Settings" from the dropdown menu.
On the Account Settings page, scroll down to find "Delete Account" or "Close Account". Click it. You'll see the same warning about what gets removed. Click the confirmation button, then verify your identity by entering your password or clicking a link sent to your email. Your account will be deleted once verification is complete.
What happens to active orders when you cancel
If you have an order that's currently being prepared or delivered, Uber Eats won't let you delete your account until that order is finished. You have two choices: wait for the order to arrive and be marked complete, or cancel the order first and then delete your account.
To cancel an active order, go to your current orders, find the order you want to cancel, and look for a "Cancel Order" button. Depending on how far along the restaurant is in preparing your food, you may receive a refund to your original payment method. Once all active orders are complete or cancelled, you can proceed with deleting your account.
The difference between deactivating and deleting your account
Deleting your account is permanent and removes all your information from Uber Eats. Deactivating your account is temporary — it hides your account and pauses your service, but Uber Eats keeps your data. If you change your mind, you can reactivate a deactivated account by signing back in.
Deactivation is useful if you're taking a break but might order again later. To deactivate instead of delete, go to Account Settings and look for "Deactivate Account" rather than "Delete Account". The steps are similar, but your information stays on file.
What to know about your Uber Eats and Uber accounts
If you have both an Uber Eats account and an Uber (rides) account, they may share the same login email and payment methods, but they are separate accounts. Cancelling Uber Eats does not cancel your Uber rides account, and vice versa.
If you want to delete both, you'll need to go through the cancellation process for each one separately. Sign into the Uber app (not Uber Eats), go to Account Settings, and follow the same steps to delete that account.
What happens to your refunds and credits after cancellation
If you have unused promotional credits or a balance in your Uber Eats wallet at the time you delete your account, that money is forfeited. Use any credits before you cancel, or contact Uber Eats support to ask about a refund if the credits were issued in error or have an expiration date you missed.
Refunds for completed orders are processed to your original payment method and are not affected by account cancellation. If you're waiting for a refund from a cancelled order, that refund will still go through even after your account is deleted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I reactivate my Uber Eats account after I delete it?
No. Once you delete your account, it cannot be recovered. If you want to use Uber Eats again, you'll need to create a new account from scratch with a new email address or phone number. If you're unsure, deactivate your account instead — deactivated accounts can be reactivated by signing back in.
Will deleting Uber Eats affect my Uber rides account?
No. Uber Eats and Uber rides are separate accounts. Deleting one does not affect the other. You can delete Uber Eats and keep your Uber rides account active, or vice versa.
What if I can't find the delete account option?
Make sure you're signed in and in Account Settings. On the app, scroll all the way to the bottom of the settings menu — the delete option is usually at the very end. If you still don't see it, try the website version instead. You can also contact Uber Eats support through the app or website if the option is missing.
Do I lose my order history when I delete my account?
Yes. Deleting your account removes all saved addresses, payment methods, and your complete order history. This information cannot be recovered after deletion. If you want to keep a record, take screenshots of your order history before you delete.
Can I cancel my account if I have a pending refund?
Yes, but you should wait for the refund to process first. Refunds typically take three to five business days to appear in your original payment method. Once the refund is complete, you can delete your account without any issues.