{"id":7907,"date":"2021-12-05T08:24:42","date_gmt":"2021-12-05T08:24:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.softwaretools.tech\/?p=7907"},"modified":"2021-12-05T08:24:46","modified_gmt":"2021-12-05T08:24:46","slug":"what-is-uber-and-how-does-it-work","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.softwaretools.tech\/what-is-uber-and-how-does-it-work\/","title":{"rendered":"What is Uber and How Does it Work?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Have you got tired of waiting for a cab for hours under the hot sun!? Or, have you been late for a meeting just because you couldn’t find a cab to work?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Maybe you have had the cab that you hailed snatched away by someone else? For the ladies, have you felt afraid while traveling in the dark because of some work at the office until late in the evening? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Well now, technology and software have evolved in such a way that with the touch of a button, you can hail a taxi or cab while sitting at home in a matter of minutes. So, you need not be late for your work or feel insecure while traveling at night anymore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are many apps that provide you with transportation services, be it public or private and out of these, Uber is one of the most famous apps all around the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Let us dive into the details about what UBER is and how it can help you with your travel plans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


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What is Uber?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Uber is an online ride-hailing service that offers us a mobile application app we can use to submit a trip request about your intended travel plans to an Uber driver near you. The app alerts the driver of your location and the intended area you need to reach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The application allows the nearest driver to accept or decline the travel request sent by you. The driver who then accepts your request will drive you to your next location. The application is set to automatically configure the easiest navigation route for the driver, while also calculating the fare for the travel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now, let\u2019s say we forgot our wallet at home. Well, don\u2019t blame yourselves! It happens to everyone but no worries because the application also allows you to pay the fares through online payment platforms. This makes it easy for us to travel stress-free without grabbing our wallets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s delve a little deeper into Uber facts and features and how to use them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


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How does Uber work?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

How to register as a rider?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Uber operates in over 10,000 places worldwide. To see if it\u2019s available in your area click on the following link: https:\/\/www.uber.com\/global\/en\/cities\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are two ways in which you can subscribe or sign up to become an Uber rider. One way to do this is by downloading the application on your mobile device through Apple App Store or Android Play Store.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The other way to sign up as a rider is through the Uber website. You will be required to provide your details like full name, mobile number, email address, preferred language along with your payment options and location (if it\u2019s through the website).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Uber allows you to choose a payment option like paying the fare with your credit card or debit card or through other payment platforms like Apple Pay and Google pay. You need to make sure to input your correct email id and mobile number as there will be verification methods to verify the authenticity for both of the details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Uber App<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Uber rider app can be downloaded on your mobile device through Apple App Store and Android Play Store. It is recommended to use the app while signing up as it can automatically find your location and saves your profile information along with your GPS data in it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When you upload your travel details in the app, it tries to match you with your closest driver. When the driver accepts your request, you are then provided with the driver details like driver name, license plate number, photo, driver\u2019s rating, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You will also be able to follow your Uber driver till he arrives at your destination through the built-in map inside the app and in the website. You will also be able to track your trip in real-time and share the ETA of your trip with your friends easily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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