For privacy and safety reasons, Lyft drivers cannot see your last name. When a driver accepts your ride request, they are only provided with your first name, your passenger rating, and your pickup location. In some specific markets, they may also see your destination before you board. After the ride is completed, even your first name is typically removed from the driver's ride history to prevent any post-trip contact. Similarly, drivers do not have access to your actual phone number; if they need to call or text you, the communication is routed through a masked, randomly generated number provided by the Lyft platform. This policy is designed to protect riders from potential harassment and to reduce the possibility of discrimination based on a passenger's surname. Riders, conversely, receive the driver's full first name, photo, vehicle details, and license plate number to ensure they are entering the correct and authorized vehicle for their safety.