How To Contact Uber In 2023: 5+ Fastest Ways To Get Help

1. Answering FAQs Using the Uber Help Center

The Uber Help Portal is the quickest way for both riders and drivers to gain direct access to Uber customer support.

The portal offers many answers to frequently asked questions. These include:

• Questions about signing up
• Driving with Uber [and sign up bonuses]
• Questions about fare adjustments
• Payment questions
• Reset or change Uber password
• Uber lost and found

While the information is basic and largely comprised of cookie-cutter responses, a useful feature personalizes responses based on users’ location, offering more relevant assistance from local drivers and riders.

How to Get Answers Using the Help Center

1. Open a web browser and go to help.uber.com.
2. Sign in to your Uber account if you’re not already logged in.
3. Click on the “For Riders” section to access rider-specific help topics.
4. Browse through the articles to find answers to common questions or click on “Contact Us” if your issue is not addressed.
5. Fill out the contact form with your details and a description of your problem. You can also attach relevant screenshots or documents if needed.

2. Contacting Uber via the Uber Rider App

The Uber Rider App provides an easy and convenient way to access customer support directly from your mobile device. You can use the app to report issues, ask questions, or seek assistance related to your rides.

You should use the Uber Rider App when you have non-emergency concerns or need help with a recent ride, such as fare discrepancies, lost items, or general inquiries.

How to Contact Uber Using the Rider App

This is how to contact Uber using the rider app. As a note, I’ve redacted some portions of the screenshots to protect my account privacy.

1. Open the Uber Rider App on your smartphone.

2. Tap “Account” located in the bottom-right corner of the screen.

3. Select “Help” from the menu at the top.

4. Select the trip you need help with.

5. Select what you need help with, then follow the prompts on the screen to clearly state your problem.

After completing the steps above, you will be able to submit your request and then once reviewed, an Uber support representative will reach out with a solution.

4. Contacting Uber Via Phone

Uber offers a dedicated Critical Safety Response Line, reachable at (800) 285-6172, designed exclusively for emergency situations. This direct line provides immediate access to Uber’s safety team.

However, Uber does not offer a phone number for customers to call for general support inquries.

Why Doesn’t Uber Have a Phone Number?

The most likely reason for this is to save money. Operating a 24/7 support line for all of Uber’s customers would cost a lot of money, cutting down on Uber’s profits.

It takes a lot faster for an Uber agent to copy and paste a message or write a custom one than speak with someone over the phone.

That said, it’s crucial to reserve the use of the Critical Safety Response Line for genuine emergencies when your personal safety is at risk during an Uber ride or if you urgently require assistance.

How to Contact Uber Using the Critical Safety Response Line

If you are using the Uber app, you can also access the in-app emergency button by tapping on the Shield icon on your phone’s screen. This will initiate a call to emergency services, and your location and trip details will be shared with them.

Even further, Uber has taken another significant step towards ensuring user safety. They’ve now collaborated with ADT, a renowned home security brand, to offer riders and drivers the option to connect with a live ADT safety agent directly through the app during their trips.

This feature is designed for situations that might not be emergencies but still require attention.

The ADT agent can monitor the trip in real-time and even contact 911 on behalf of the user, providing all the necessary trip details, ensuring peace of mind for every journey. Safety at its finest!

4. Contacting Uber Via Social Media

Social media platforms, such as Twitter, can be an effective way to reach out to Uber’s support team. It allows for public communication and often results in quicker responses.

Consider using social media when you need a prompt response to your issue, especially if you’ve encountered difficulties with other support channels.

• Uber’s official Twitter support account: Uber Support — @Uber_Support.
• Uber’s Facebook page isn’t listed as an official support channel, but the team is responsive in the comments of its posts.

You have two main options here: You can @ them in a tweet (basically, write a tweet and start it with @Uber_Support) or send them a DM. Try to do both, if possible. However, make sure to reach out to the Uber Support Twitter account, not the main @Uber account.

If you @ them in a public tweet, advocacy accounts may like or retweet your tweet, gaining you more visibility. The more visibility you have, the better, as Uber likes to show the public that it provides excellent support.

The Facebook profile also notes that the team usually responds to messages within a few hours. However, Twitter is definitely the preferred route if you want a timely response.

5. Service-Specific Options for Other Uber Services

Uber offers various services beyond standard rides, including Uber Eats and more. Each service may have its dedicated customer support options to address specific issues.

You should explore these service-specific options when you encounter problems related to a particular Uber service, such as issues with an Uber Eats delivery or using a specialized service like Uber Black.

Uber Eats Customer Service

1. If you have an issue with an Uber Eats order, open the Uber Eats app on your smartphone.
2. Tap on the profile icon in the bottom-right corner.
3. Scroll down and select “Help.”
4. Choose the option that best matches your issue, such as “Help with an order” or “Help with a Pick-Up order.”
5. Follow the prompts to describe your problem, and you’ll receive assistance specific to your Uber Eats order.

1. Contacting Uber via the Uber Driver App

Uber drivers can easily seek assistance through the Uber Driver App. Within this help section, you can get help with issues such as:

• There was a serious issue with your rider
• Your rider made you feel unsafe
• Your rider discriminated against you
• You found a lost item and want to return it
• You were in an accident

You will also find answers to frequently asked questions. This streamlined process allows drivers to access support promptly while on the go.

To do so, they can open the app, tap on the “Account” section, select “Help,” and choose from various categories to address their specific issue.

2. Contacting Uber Via Phone

Uber offers a convenient phone support option for drivers through the Driver app. Whether you have questions or need assistance with an issue, you can easily connect with a trained agent.

To access phone support:

• open your Driver app
• tap the menu icon
• select Help
• navigate to your specific issue

If phone support is available for your concern, you can initiate a call directly to Uber’s support team for prompt assistance.

3. Using the Critical Safety Response Line for Drivers

Uber maintains a phone number for drivers to get help. Only drivers have access to an Uber phone number with no restrictions. This driver support number is (800) 593-7069.

Are you a driver and need help? Calling Uber as a driver only takes a few steps.

1. Drivers can more easily make a phone call by tapping “Account” from their Uber Driver app menu and selecting “Help”:

2. Then, tap the phone icon on the upper right corner and select “Call Support” in the pop-up that appears.

3. Then, tap the phone icon on the upper right corner and select “Call Support” in the pop-up that appears.

4. Getting In-Person Support As an Uber Driver

Sometimes, it can help to talk to someone face-to-face. Uber Greenlight Hubs and Greenlight Spots, which are help desk locations staffed by Uber experts, are only available to drivers (including new drivers who are interested in joining).

These Partner offices are a great way for drivers to get in-person support from Uber employees.

Whether a driver has a question about their account being deactivated, needs their vehicle inspected, has documentation questions, or wants to voice another concern, Uber staff maintains a bunch of local offices to get them back on the road.

The locations of local Greenlight Hubs vary with state and country, but they are available in more than 650 spots around the world.

To find the hub nearest you, you have a couple options.

Your first option is to go to Howiuber.com/all-locations. All you have to do is enter your address, define the search radius, and the site will quickly pull up a list of local offices around you. This tool is only applicable to users residing in the United States.

Alternatively, you can also Google the phrase “Uber Greenlight Hub” followed by your city name to find relevant results. You should also be able to find office hours and locations on local partner websites if your city has one.

Here are links to a few Uber Greenlight Hubs in major cities across the country:

• Boston
• Chicago
• Houston
• Las Vegas
• Los Angeles
• New York City
• San Francisco
• Seattle

Uber also has rolled out an In-App Appointment feature that allows you to set up an appointment before visiting a Greenlight Hub. To set up an appointment:

1. Log in to your Uber account app
2. Tap on “Visit us in person”
3. Out of the list of locations, select the one most convenient to you
4. Select a date and time
5. Tap “SCHEDULE” to confirm your appointment

As of the most recent information on Uber’s website, this feature is only available to drivers in NYC and Los Angeles. The company claims the feature would “expand to the rest of the world throughout the summer,” though it’s unclear how widespread this effort has been.

To check if the scheduling feature is available in your city, follow the steps above.

Company Headquarters & Executive Contacts

Another option is to reach out to the company and executives directly.

Does Uber Have a Headquarters?

Uber originates out of San Francisco. In 2009, co-founders Travis Kalanick and Garrett Camp worked from a local coworking space. The company has since outgrown its humble beginnings and moved into massive headquarters in downtown San Francisco.

Uber Headquarters in San Francisco

• Address: 1455 Market St, Suite 400, San Francisco, CA 94103
• Phone Number: 866-576-1039
• CEO email: [email protected]
• Primary Contact: Tomasz Krawczyk ([email protected])
• Secondary Contact: Troy Stevenson([email protected])

Uber Office NYC

The company has multiple corporate teams based in New York City. The units are in charge of day-to-day company roles mainly relating to Finance, Legal & Policy, Communications, and Public Relations.

• Address: 1028 Franklin Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11225, United States
• Phone Number: 347-447-6878
• Contact: help.uber.com

Uber Executive Team

Most people recognize Travis Kalanick as the former CEO and co-founder of Uber, thanks to his highly public resignations from the leadership team and the board of directors.

However, the current makeup of the Uber executive team is largely unknown to the greater public — including drivers — as is the fact that it is possible to contact each of these high-ranking team members.

Uber Board of Directors

Another influential group at Uber is the board of directors. While it’s made up of professionals from a wide variety of companies, this group essentially acts as an advisory board that helps guide the company’s decision-making.

Here are the names, titles, and LinkedIn pages for the current board, as of January 2021:

• Mandy Ginsberg, CEO of Match Group
• Ursula Burns, CEO and Chairman of VEON
• Garrett Camp, co-founder of Uber and founder of Expa
• Dara Khosrowshahi, CEO of Uber
• Wan Ling Martello, Executive Vice President of Nestlé
• Yasir Al-Rumayyan, Managing Director of Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund
• Ronald Sugar, Former Chairman and CEO of Northrop Grumman (Chair of Uber Board of Directors)
• John Thain, Former Chairman and CEO of CIT Group
• David Trujillo, Partner at TPG Capital

Tips for Dealing With Difficult Uber Customer Service Reps

A lot of times, the quality of support depends on the rep you’re talking to. Sometimes, it can feel as if you’re dealing with a problematic representative. If that happens, here are some tips to help:

• Explain Your Issue Thoroughly: The rep might not have fully understood the issue the first time. Be clear with your problem, so they know what went wrong.
• Be Patient: Remember, consumer reps are people too. Sometimes, they’ve overworked. Be patient and kind, and you’ll be more likely to get a positive result.
• Keep Trying Until Your Issue Is Resolved: Don’t give up! If your issue doesn’t get resolved when you reach out in the app, reach out on Twitter.

Refunds and Credits

It may be possible to get a refund for a payment you made to Uber under certain conditions.

Will I Get an Uber Refund?

Is it possible to get a refund from Uber? It depends.

Some scenarios are grounds for a refund, such as if your Uber driver didn’t show up or if they asked you to cancel the ride. Or, if they were moving towards you and you were forced to cancel, yet still charged.

You can also get a refund if the driver did not take you to your destination. The same goes for Uber Eats, especially in situations such as food that never came.

Your refund will be credited to your original payment method, but it may take a few business days. However, if you request refunds for cancellation fees too often, you may not be able to get a refund anymore.

There is a limit on how often you can dispute charges. That’s unfortunate, especially if you use Uber often. However, reaching out on Twitter may help you get a refund, even if you weren’t able to get one in the app.

Final Thoughts

We hope this article helped you figure out how to get help from Uber. Whether you are a rider or driver, you have at least a couple of options for getting help. Let us know what your experience with Uber support has been!