Can I chat with someone from Uber?

Can I chat with someone from Uber? Simply visit the Help Center and tap “Contact Support.” From there you can contact us in more ways than before — Chat, Messaging, or Phone.

Does Uber randomly charge you?

It won't ever be charged. We issue authorization holds as a way to better protect against fraud that may result from unauthorized card usage. You may see an authorization hold if you recently added a new payment method, or if you haven't used Uber in a while.

Does Uber respond to complaints?

If you contact Uber through help.uber.com, our support team will get back to you within 24 hours. You'll receive a notification on your phone (if you have notifications enabled) letting you know that you've received a response.

Why Uber deducted money from my account?

For some cards that customers use as their payment method on the Uber platform, Uber might charge the upfront price of a trip before a trip is completed. This will help ensure that sufficient funds are present to cover a service from a partner of the app, such as a ride or a merchant delivery.

How do I talk to Uber on my phone?

To speak directly with a trained agent on the phone, go to Help in the Driver app, then navigate to the issue you're experiencing to see the support options available.

What is Uber $9.99 charge?

Become a member for just $9.99 a month. Use your benefits wherever Uber and Uber Eats are available within the US. Uber One may not be available to members on a partner funded pass. Free trial is only available for first time members.

What is Uber pool?

Ride. You no longer need to walk to your pickup stop when requesting an Uber Pool. When you share your ride with other riders heading in the same direction, you'll save up to 30% less than the upfront fare.

Can Uber reject a ride?

A driver can almost always decline a trip; this is when logged in and waiting for requests and a “ping” comes in.

Can I call an Uber without the app?

Uber riders don't have to have the app on their phone to request a driver. Riders can now call to book a ride on-demand or schedule one ahead of time.

Can I pay Uber with cash?

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.

How do I email Uber customer service?

There is no customer service email address to which you can directly send a message. So to email Uber customer service, you will have to submit a request on Uber's Rider Help portal. Once you submit a request for Uber to contact you, you will receive an email at the email address you designated.

How do I talk to a live person at Uber eats?

Dial 1-800-253-9377 on your phone. Use this method if you want to speak to a real person regarding Uber Eats issues.

How much do you tip Uber drivers?

How much should you tip Uber drivers? Similar to tipping for other services, like getting a massage or going to the nail salon, the rule of thumb is to tip 20%, says Sokolosky. So if your ride costs $30—an average cost for a moderate trip in most cities—then you'll tip $6, for a total of $36.

How do I complain about Uber and get money back?

Resolving Your Request You can submit a request for a refund or a general complaint about your ride to Uber's customer service team at help.uber.com or in the app within 30 days of encountering an issue.

Are Ubers cheaper than taxis?

Inflated fare prices in times of high passenger demand, called SURGE pricing, often cause people to declare that rideshare prices are more expensive than cab fares. However, this isn't necessarily true. Business Insider published a report that found Uber, on average, to be cheaper than taxi cabs across the country.

Do Uber drivers like quiet passengers?

One driver said their 'best passengers are the ones that quietly sit in the back', while another agreed that their 'dream passenger is the one who tells me to turn up the music and then sits quietly'.

How do I contact Uber to dispute a charge?