Are Uber drivers allowed to ask where you're going?


Are Uber drivers allowed to ask where you're going? An Uber driver is never supposed to know the destination until the trip has started. But some drivers are said to be calling passengers in advance and finding out where the passengers want to go, which is against Uber policy.


Can you tell Uber driver which route to take?

Yes, you can. Google Maps and other GPS schemes are good but not perfect. The rider can direct a specific route if she prefers. Often, the riders will take a longer route, convinced it is shorter; sometimes it is shorter.


Does tipping affect your Uber rating?

Ratings don't affect tips, and tips aren't tied to 5-star ratings.


Do Uber drivers prefer short or long trips?

Do Uber drivers prefer long or short rides? The majority of drivers often choose longer journeys since shorter trips require spending too much time arriving to the pickup, waiting for the rider, and then beginning to make money.


Is Uber always losing money?

In conclusion, Uber's lack of profitability is due to several factors such as heavy investments in research and development, pricing strategy, legal challenges, and its business model.


Why do Uber drivers cancel at the last minute?

Uber does not generally let drivers know the destination because drivers will cancel if they do not like the end destination or if the ride is too short.


Do Uber drivers get paid if a rider cancels?

Cancellations. When a rider cancels after you've started driving toward them, they're charged a cancellation fee and you're refunded for the inconvenience.


Can I cancel Uber if driver takes too long?

Uber's Cancellation Policy and Fees – Uber allows you to cancel a ride before and after you've been matched with a driver, but you might be charged a cancellation fee. You won't be charged a cancellation fee if your driver is at least five minutes late or if Uber can tell the driver isn't on the way to your location.


Can Uber drivers see your picture?

If you've uploaded a photo, they can see it when you request and during a ride. When the ride is complete they can't see your info. The importance of uploading a photo is that both you and the driver can verify that the correct ride is given to the correct passenger.


Why do Uber drivers ask you to cancel?

Since many drivers do both Uber and Lyft, sometimes requests come in at the same time and drivers will do this to have the passenger cancel so they get a cancellation fee, said Campbell. Some drivers are just trying to get the passenger to cancel so they can collect the fee.


Do Uber drivers get punished for cancelling?

If the driver cancels a ride for reasons that are not the passenger's fault, they can choose to cancel without a fee. A driver who cancels on passengers for no reason, and charges them a cancellation fee, will not be an Uber driver very long.