Do you need a phone number to create an Uber account?

Creating an Uber account requires a valid email address and phone number. You'll also need to create a password and agree to terms and conditions and our privacy notice. Fill in your first and last name, phone number, and preferred language.



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How to Set Up an Uber Account
  1. Download and install the app from your mobile device's app store.
  2. Enter your name, email address, and password.
  3. Agree to Uber's terms and conditions and the company's privacy notice.
  4. Enter your payment information, i.e., your credit-debit card details.


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In short; you will need a working phone network to full explore and enjoy your trip. I disagree - you do not need a working phone network. However, you do need access to cellular data (without wifi). That you can get either by using your phone's international plan or getting an eSIM data plan or a SIM card.

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Like at home, you request a car via the Uber app on your mobile device, and the fare automatically gets charged to your credit card. You'll need an Internet connection to request a car, so it's best to do it when you're on Wi-Fi (unless you have an international data-roaming plan).

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Yes, you can delete your account and create a new one. However, you will need to use a unique email and phone number for the new Uber account.

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Uber One is a subscription option which gives you access to benefits such as savings on Uber and Uber Eats. There are monthly memberships available for $9.99 and annual memberships at $99.99. Uber One also has partnerships with third parties that offer a discounted membership to eligible users.

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Yes, you can pay with cash. Before requesting a ride, go to the Payment section in the app and select Cash. At the end of your trip, pay cash directly to your driver.

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Smartphones are typically used to request rides – that was the initial idea behind Uber's creation – but it's also possible to request an Uber ride online from almost any device. You can request an Uber ride online via m.uber.com, whether that's on: An older phone with internet browsing capabilities.

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Duplicate Account Issues Uber allows only one account per user. Under no circumstances should the driver-partners create more than one account for themselves. We have several tools and checks which can flag a duplicate account with accuracy.

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Delete your account from the app
  1. Go to Account then to Settings.
  2. Select Privacy then Privacy Center.
  3. Scroll down and tap Account Deletion.
  4. Follow the remaining steps in the app to complete the process.


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Yes, you can request an Uber for anyone anywhere. Just have your friend tell you where he/she wants to be picked up and drop your pin at that location when you request your Uber. Make sure to then send your friend the details of the ride - driver name, car make/model, and license plate number.

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When you verify your account, we ask you to provide a video selfie and your identity document or licence, so that we can verify your identity. In some cases, additional identity documents (such as a passport) may be requested as part of this process.

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