Why is Uber charging me for rides I didn't take?


Why is Uber charging me for rides I didn't take? 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.


Can I get my Uber one money back?

If you cancel UberOne within 30 days and have not used any UberOne benefits, you will receive a full refund.


What if I left something in my Uber?

Tap the menu icon to open the main menu. Select “Your Trips” and then the trip on which you lost the item. Tap “Find lost item” and then “Contact driver about a lost item.” Enter your phone number to call the driver.


How do I stop Uber from taking money?

Open the app, click on the menu symbol, go to the Uber Pass icon, and turn off auto-renew. Alternatively, you can use services like DoNotPay. If you encounter issues, contact your bank or request a refund through the app's Help section. Cancelling must be done at least 24 hours before the payment schedule.


Does Uber refund to card?

Short answer: Any amounts we refund to you will be added to your available balance in your member account. You can withdraw these funds back to your card anytime, or we'll do it automatically within a few days. It may then take your bank 3-5 days to process the refund.


Does Uber automatically charge your card?

Your Uber app processes payment for any trip you take. Before requesting a ride, use your app to add a payment method of your choice to your account. When a trip ends, your preferred payment method will be charged.


How to delete Uber account?

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.


Can you pay Uber with 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.


How do I contact Uber about false charges?

  1. You can report unexpected charges in the Uber app or at help.uber.com.
  2. Go to the help section at the bottom of each ride receipt to contact Uber.
  3. A $9.99 charge for Uber One, a monthly subscription that you can cancel in Account > Uber One.
  4. If you suspect fraud, contact your cardholder first to prevent further fraud.


Why has Uber taken $5.99 from my account?

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.


Why did Uber charge me twice?

What looks like an extra or duplicate charge on a trip is likely an authorization hold. At the start of a trip, Uber may place a temporary authorization hold for the upfront price of the trip on your payment method. This also includes trips that are later canceled.


How do I contact Uber customer service?

24/7 customer support
  1. Tap Help in the app menu.
  2. Find the topic matching your concern.
  3. Let us know how we can help.


How do I get my money back from Uber?

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.


Why did Uber take $9.99 from my account?

It's likely that the $9.99 charge on your card is an authorization hold, which is a common practice used by companies such as Uber to ensure that a customer's payment method is valid and has sufficient funds.


Can Uber tell me who used my card?

If someone uses my credit card to call Uber, can Uber tell me the name of the person? No. Anytime a credit card is used in a suspected fraudulent manner, very little information about the person is given, even if the company has the person's full bio in front of them. The reason is simple.


How do I call Uber without the app?

By dialing the toll-free number 1-833-USE-UBER (1-833-873-8237) in the U.S., customers can speak with an agent in English or Spanish to request a ride on-demand or reserve one for a future trip. Uber has piloted ride-hailing via phone before.