You can delete your Uber driver account through the app or website, but the process takes time and has a few steps you need to follow in the right order
Deleting your Uber driver account is permanent — once it's gone, you cannot recover your earnings history, ratings, or any documents you uploaded. Uber does not have a "deactivate temporarily" option for drivers; deletion is the only way to fully remove your account. The process takes about 30 days from the moment you request it, and Uber will send you email confirmations at each stage.
Before you start, know that Uber will not delete your account if you have an outstanding balance owed to them, an active dispute, or pending payments. If any of those apply to you, you need to resolve them first. Also, if you have a passenger account linked to the same email address, deleting your driver account will not touch the passenger side — those are separate.
Key Takeaways
- You must have zero balance and no active disputes before Uber will process a deletion request.
- The deletion takes 30 days from the date you request it, not immediately.
- You can request deletion through the driver app under Account Settings, or through the Uber website if you log in as a driver.
- Uber sends email confirmations when you request deletion and again when the deletion is complete.
- A linked passenger account on the same email will not be deleted — you have to remove that separately if you want to.
How to request deletion through the Uber driver app
Open the Uber driver app and tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the bottom right corner. Tap your profile picture or name at the top. Scroll down and look for "Account Settings" or "Settings" — the exact wording depends on your phone's operating system and your app version. Tap it.
Inside Settings, scroll down until you see "Delete Account" or "Close Account". Tap that option. Uber will show you a screen explaining that deletion is permanent and listing anything that might block the process — like an outstanding balance. If you see a warning, you cannot proceed until you fix it. If you do not see any warnings, tap the button to confirm you want to delete. Uber will send a confirmation email to the address on file.
After you request deletion, do not log back into the app. Logging in again can restart the 30-day timer or cancel the deletion request entirely. Check your email for the confirmation message from Uber, which will tell you the exact date your account will be fully deleted.
How to request deletion through the Uber website
Go to partners.uber.com and log in with your driver account email and password. Click your profile icon in the top right corner and select "Account Settings" from the dropdown menu. Scroll down the page until you find "Delete Account" or "Close Account".
Click that option. Uber will display a confirmation page listing any issues that would block deletion — unpaid balances, open disputes, or pending payments. If you see any of these, you cannot proceed. If the page shows no blockers, click the final confirmation button. You will receive an email confirmation at the address associated with your account.
Like the app process, do not log back in after you request deletion. The 30-day countdown starts immediately, and logging in can interrupt it.
What happens during the 30-day waiting period
After you request deletion, your driver account enters a 30-day grace period. During this time, you cannot log in or accept rides. Uber uses this window to settle any final transactions, process any refunds owed to you, and verify that no disputes are pending. You will not be able to see your earnings, ratings, or trip history during this period.
Uber will send you an email around day 25 to 28 reminding you that your account will be deleted. This is your last chance to cancel the deletion if you change your mind — you can log back in and stop the process by contacting Uber support. After day 30, the account is gone and cannot be recovered.
If you have an outstanding balance or active dispute
Uber will not delete your account if you owe them money or if there is an open dispute about a ride, payment, or deactivation. You must resolve these first. Check your account for any notifications about unpaid fees, chargebacks, or disputes before you request deletion.
If you have an outstanding balance, you can pay it through the app or website before requesting deletion. Go to your payment method settings and look for any pending charges. If you have an active dispute, you need to contact Uber support to close it. You can reach driver support through the app by tapping the menu icon and selecting "Help" — then choose "Account and Payment" and describe your situation. Uber support can tell you whether the dispute is resolved and whether you can now proceed with deletion.
What happens to your passenger account if you have one
If you use the same email address for both a driver account and a passenger account, deleting the driver account will not delete the passenger account. The two are separate in Uber's system. Your passenger account will remain active with your ride history, saved addresses, and payment methods intact.
If you want to delete the passenger account as well, you need to do that separately. Log into the Uber app as a passenger (or go to uber.com and log in), tap your profile picture, select "Account Settings", scroll down, and look for "Delete Account". Follow the same confirmation process. This deletion is also permanent and takes 30 days.
What you lose when you delete your driver account
Once your account is deleted, you cannot recover your earnings history, trip records, ratings, or any documents you uploaded during your time as a driver. If you need this information for taxes, insurance, or a background check, download or screenshot it before you request deletion. You can usually find your earnings summary and trip history in the Earnings section of the app.
You will also lose access to any promotions, bonuses, or referral rewards that were tied to your driver account. If you were in the middle of earning a bonus, deletion will cancel it. Any tips that were pending will not be paid out after deletion.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I cancel the deletion after I request it?
Yes, but only during the 30-day waiting period. Log back into your account through the app or website and look for an option to cancel the deletion request. If you do not see that option, contact Uber driver support through the app and explain that you want to stop the deletion. After the 30 days are up, the account is gone and cannot be recovered.
What if I forgot my password and cannot log in to request deletion?
Go to the Uber login page and click "Forgot password?" Enter your email address and follow the reset link Uber sends you. Once you reset your password, log in and follow the deletion steps. If you do not have access to the email address on file, contact Uber driver support and explain the situation — they can help you verify your identity and process the deletion manually.
Will deleting my driver account affect my credit or background check?
No. Deleting your Uber driver account does not appear on your credit report or affect your credit score. It also does not remove you from background check databases — those records are maintained separately by the background check companies, not by Uber. If you need proof that you worked for Uber for employment or reference purposes, save that information before you delete your account.
How long does it actually take to delete the account?
Uber says 30 days, and that is the standard timeline. In rare cases it can take slightly longer if there are pending transactions or disputes to resolve. You will receive an email when the deletion is complete. If you do not hear from Uber after 35 days, contact driver support to confirm the status.
Can I use the same email address to create a new driver account after deletion?
Yes, but you should wait at least a few days after the deletion is complete. Uber's system needs time to fully remove the old account from their database. If you try to sign up immediately after deletion, you may get an error message. Wait a week to be safe, then create your new account with the same email address.