Why is Lyft asking for ID?


Why is Lyft asking for ID? Confirming the identities of riders and drivers helps protect the Lyft community. We store and maintain information as described in our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.


How do I bypass Lyft ID verification?

If you can't provide an ID, you can send us an alternative document. This document must contain your name and any additional information required (e.g. mailing address or date of birth). To send us an alternative document, open the Lyft app, then: Tap the checkbox under 'Learn more' and then tap 'Next'.


Can a 16 year old use Uber alone?

Uber has required users to be at least 18 years of age to sign up for an account since it was founded over a decade ago. But now, the company is allowing teens aged 13 to 17 to have their own account and take their own rides — as long as it's linked to their guardian's account.


Can I use LYFT without ID?

Before requesting a ride, we may ask passengers to submit the following. ID submission: Scan a government-issued ID. If you can't provide a government-issued ID, there are other options listed under 'Accepted IDs'. Take a photo of yourself: Take and submit a photo of yourself.


Does Lyft ask for Face ID?

Identity and account verification. Lyft uses biometric information by having users submit photo imagery of their face and photo imagery of an identification document (for example, a driver's license) to confirm their identity or account prior to using the Lyft platform.


When did Uber start asking for ID?

Uber Rider Identity Product Evolution. Rider verification on our platform has been live since 2016.


Does Uber verify age?

If you notice at pickup that your rider looks younger than 18 and the ride request did not have the “UberX • Teen” label, you may ask them to show you a valid driver's license or ID card for confirmation.


Can my daughter use my Uber?

Uber has a rule that a rider must be 18 years or older or have an adult with them. It is actually against Uber rules for a child or anyone under 18 to ride alone so be ware the driver may not pick your child up if you try to do this.


Can Lyft drivers see my name?

Rider information shared with Driver: As part of surfacing the ride request and enabling the ride, we share with the Driver the Rider's pickup and destination, location, name, profile photo, rating, Rider statistics (like approximate number of rides and years as a Rider), and information the Rider includes in their ...


Can a 13 year old go in a Lyft alone?

We don't allow passengers under the age of 18 to take Lyfts without an adult. If a driver believes a passenger might be underage, the driver may ask the passenger to confirm their age. Riders who receive multiple reports for appearing to be underage will need to go through an additional identity verification process.


Does Uber verify ID?

Can an Uber driver ask for an ID? Yes if he/she needs to confirm your identity for safety reasons. Customers get to see make/model of car, name/picture of driver, how long the driver has been on the platform and how many rides completed. It also tells you driver passed a background check.


How long does it take for Uber to verify identity?

Short answer: If you've requested a trip or told us you need a car within 24 hours of signing up, we'll verify your account within 1 business hour. You'll receive an email and an SMS when your account has been verified.


Why is Uber asking for my ID?

Conclusion. Rider Identity Verification was developed by Uber to protect drivers from bad actors on the platform.


Does Uber take cash?

Can I pay for 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.