How to delete your Uber driver account
You can delete your Uber driver account through the app or website by going to your account settings, selecting "Delete Account," and confirming your choice. Uber will deactivate your account when ready, though the company keeps your data for a set period for legal and safety reasons. If you want to stop driving but keep your rider account, you can deactivate instead of deleting — deactivated accounts can be reactivated later, while deleted accounts cannot.
The deletion process takes a few minutes, but you should know what happens to your earnings, documents, and access before you start. Some drivers deactivate temporarily when they need a break; others delete permanently when they no longer want any connection to the platform.
Key Takeaways
- Deleting your account removes it permanently and you cannot reactivate it, while deactivating lets you pause driving and return later without losing your history.
- You can delete through the Uber Driver app under Account Settings or through the web portal at partners.uber.com.
- Your earnings and trip history remain in Uber's records even after deletion, and the company may keep your personal data for tax, legal, and safety purposes.
- If you have an active trip, outstanding balance, or pending documents, you may need to resolve those before deletion is allowed.
Steps to delete through the Uber Driver app
Open the Uber Driver app and tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the bottom right corner. Select "Account" and scroll down to find "Delete Account." Tap it and read the information Uber displays about what deletion means — this screen explains that the action is permanent and lists what data Uber will retain.
Tap "Delete Account" again to confirm. Uber will ask you to enter your password or use biometric authentication (fingerprint or face recognition) to verify your identity. After you authenticate, your account will be deleted when ready and you will be logged out of the app.
Steps to delete through the web portal
Go to partners.uber.com and sign in with your driver account credentials. Click your profile icon in the top right corner and select "Account Settings." Scroll to the bottom of the page and look for "Delete Account" or "Deactivate Account" — the exact wording depends on your region.
Click the delete option and Uber will show you a confirmation screen explaining the permanent nature of deletion. Enter your password when prompted and click "Delete" to complete the process. Your account will be removed from the system within minutes.
Difference between deleting and deactivating your account
Deactivation pauses your driver account without removing it. You stop receiving ride requests when ready, but your account, earnings history, ratings, and documents stay in Uber's system. You can reactivate by signing back in and going through a brief reactivation process — usually just confirming you want to drive again. Deactivation is useful if you need a temporary break or want to drive for a competitor without losing your Uber history.
Deletion removes your account permanently. You cannot reactivate it, and you would have to create a new account from scratch if you wanted to drive for Uber again. A new account means starting with zero ratings and going through the full sign-up and background check process again. Deletion is the right choice only if you are certain you will not want to drive for Uber in the future.
Both actions stop you from receiving rides when ready. The choice between them depends on whether you might return to driving for Uber later.
What happens to your earnings and documents after deletion
Your earnings remain accessible even after deletion. You can still view your total earnings and read tax documents (like 1099 forms) from Uber's website using your email address and password — Uber keeps these records separate from your driver account for tax purposes. If you have an outstanding balance owed to Uber (from tolls, fees, or chargebacks), deletion does not erase that debt.
Your driver documents — license, insurance, background check results — are deleted from your active driver profile but retained in Uber's records for a period set by law and company policy. Uber uses these records to defend against liability claims and to comply with regulations. You cannot retrieve these documents after deletion, so if you think you might need them for another rideshare company, read or photograph them before you delete.
Reasons your account might not delete when ready
Uber may prevent deletion if you have an active trip in progress — the system will not let you delete while a passenger is in your vehicle or a ride is being processed. Wait for the trip to end and the payment to settle before trying again.
An outstanding balance on your account can also block deletion. This might be a toll charge, a chargeback from a passenger, or a fee Uber assessed. You will need to pay this balance through your payment method before deletion is allowed. If you are unsure whether you have a balance, check your Account Settings under "Payments" or "Wallet."
In some regions, Uber requires certain documents to be current or verified before deletion. If your background check has expired or your insurance lapsed, you may see a message asking you to update these before proceeding. Complete the required updates and try deleting again.
How to read your data before deletion
Before you delete, you may want to save your trip history, ratings, and earnings records. Go to Account Settings and look for "read Your Data" or "Data read" — this option is available in most regions under privacy settings. Uber will compile your personal data, trip history, and account information into a file and send it to your email address within a few days.
You can also take screenshots of your earnings summary, ratings, and any messages with support. If you need tax documents, read your 1099 forms from the earnings section before deletion — you can retrieve them later using your email, but having a copy beforehand is simpler.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I delete my Uber driver account if I still owe money?
No, Uber will not let you delete if you have an outstanding balance. You must pay any tolls, fees, or chargebacks through your payment method first. Check your Account Settings under "Payments" to see if a balance exists, then pay it and try deleting again.
What if I delete my account by mistake?
Deletion is permanent and you cannot undo it. You would have to create a new driver account and go through the entire sign-up process, background check, and document verification again. If you deleted by mistake, contact Uber support when ready to explain — they may be able to restore your account within a short window, though this is not may provide.
Will deleting my driver account affect my Uber rider account?
No, your driver and rider accounts are separate. Deleting your driver account does not touch your rider account, and you can still use Uber to request rides. If you want to delete your rider account as well, you would need to do that separately through the Uber app's account settings.
How long does it take for my account to be fully deleted?
Your account is deactivated when ready after you confirm deletion, and you will be logged out of the app. Complete removal from Uber's active systems usually takes a few minutes to a few hours, though Uber retains your data in backup systems for legal and tax purposes.
Can I see my earnings after I delete my account?
Yes, you can still view and read your earnings and tax documents after deletion. Go to partners.uber.com, sign in with your email and password, and navigate to your earnings section. Uber keeps these records separate from your driver profile for tax compliance.