How long does it take to delete a Uber account?

Answered by Jeremy Urbaniak

Deleting an Uber account is a process that involves a few steps and can take up to 30 days to be completed entirely. During this time, your account will be deactivated, but not immediately deleted. This waiting period allows you the chance to reactivate your account if you change your mind.

To begin the process of deleting your Uber account, you will need to open the Uber app on your device. Once you are logged in, navigate to the settings menu. In the settings menu, you should find an option for “Privacy” or “Account.” Tap on this option to access further account settings.

Within the account settings, you should find an option for “Delete Account” or “Deactivate Account.” Tap on this option to initiate the account deletion process. Uber may prompt you with a few questions or ask for confirmation before proceeding. Follow the on-screen instructions to continue.

Once you have confirmed your decision to delete your account, Uber will deactivate it immediately. This means that your account will be inaccessible, and you will no longer be able to use the Uber app for any services. However, please note that your account information and data will still be stored on Uber’s servers during the 30-day waiting period.

During this waiting period, you will have the opportunity to reactivate your account if you change your mind. This can be done by simply logging back into the Uber app using your previous account credentials. However, once the 30-day period has passed, your account will be permanently deleted, and all associated data will be removed from Uber’s servers.

It is important to note that deleting your Uber account will remove all your personal information, trip history, payment details, and any other data associated with your account. Additionally, any active Uber services, such as UberEATS or Uber Rewards, will also be canceled.

In my personal experience, I have deleted my Uber account in the past, and it took the full 30-day waiting period for the account to be completely removed. During this time, I had the option to reactivate my account, but I ultimately decided to proceed with the deletion.

To summarize, the process of deleting an Uber account can take up to 30 days. The account will be deactivated immediately, but it will take the full waiting period for the account to be permanently deleted from Uber’s servers. This waiting period allows you the opportunity to reactivate your account if you change your mind.