Change Your Home or Work Address in the Uber App

Open the Uber app and tap the profile icon in the bottom right corner. Select "Home" or "Work" from the saved locations section — whichever address you want to change. Tap the pencil icon next to the address, delete the old one, and type in the new street address. Uber will show you matching addresses as you type; select the correct one from the list. Tap "Save" and you're done.

The app saves these locations so you can request a ride to or from them with one tap instead of typing the full address each time. Changing them takes less than a minute and takes effect when ready on your account.

Key Takeaways

  • Tap your profile icon, then select "Home" or "Work" to edit a saved location without starting a new ride.
  • Delete the old address completely before typing the new one to avoid confusion.
  • Uber shows address suggestions as you type; pick the correct one from the dropdown to may support the driver goes to the right place.
  • Changes take effect right away and explore to all future rides you request from that location.
  • You can also change your destination address during an active ride by tapping the destination at the top of the screen.

Edit Your Address Before You Request a Ride

The safest time to change a saved address is before you book. Open the app, go to your profile, and update "Home" or "Work" while you have time to double-check the new address. This prevents you from accidentally sending a driver to the old location because you tapped the saved button out of habit.

If you've already saved an address and realize it's wrong, delete it entirely rather than editing it in place. Tap the address, select "Remove," and then add the correct one fresh. This takes an extra five seconds but stops you from mixing up old and new information.

Change Your Destination During an Active Ride

If you're already in a car and need to go somewhere else, tap the destination address at the top of the screen. You can then enter a new address, and the driver will be notified of the change. The fare may adjust depending on the new route and distance.

Changing your destination mid-ride works best for small detours or if you realize you gave the driver the wrong location. For major changes, it's clearer to cancel the current ride and request a new one to a different address, especially if the new destination is far from the original one.

Update Your Default Location on Your Phone

Uber pulls your current location from your phone's GPS. If your phone's location services are turned off or set to low accuracy, Uber may show you in the wrong place when you open the app. Go to your phone's Settings, find Location Services, and make sure it's turned on. Then open Uber and check that the app has permission to access your location.

On iPhone, go to Settings > Privacy > Location Services and turn it on, then scroll down to Uber and select "While Using the App." On Android, go to Settings > Apps > Uber > Permissions > Location and allow it. Once location is on, Uber will pinpoint where you are and let you adjust from there.

What Happens to Your Saved Addresses

Uber stores your "Home" and "Work" addresses on your account, not on your phone. If you sign into Uber on a different phone or device, those saved locations travel with you. This means if you change your home address in the app, the change shows up no matter which device you use to request a ride.

You can have only one "Home" and one "Work" address saved at a time. If you move and want to update your home address, the old one disappears once you save the new one. There's no way to keep multiple home addresses, so if you split time between two places, you'll need to update the address each time you move between them.

Fix a Wrong Address After You've Requested a Ride

If you've already requested a ride and realize the address is wrong, open the app when ready and tap the destination at the top of the screen. Change the address before the driver arrives. Send a message to the driver through the app explaining the change so they know to expect a new route.

If the driver is already on the way and you can't reach them through the app, call or text them using the phone number shown in the app. The sooner you tell them, the sooner they can adjust their route. If you can't reach the driver and they're heading to the wrong place, you may need to cancel the ride and request a new one.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I have more than one home address saved?

No. Uber lets you save only one "Home" and one "Work" address at a time. If you need to go to a different home address, you'll have to type it in each time or update your saved home address before you request the ride.

Will the driver see my address change if I update it after requesting a ride?

Yes. When you change your destination after requesting a ride, the driver's app updates with the new address and route. The driver will see the change on their screen, though it's helpful to message them through the app to let them know you've made the change.

What if I type in the wrong address by mistake?

Open the app and tap the destination address at the top of the screen to change it. If the driver hasn't arrived yet, you can update it before they pick you up. If they're already on the way, message them through the app right away with the correct address.

Does changing my address affect my payment method or account settings?

No. Changing a saved address only changes where the driver will take you. Your payment method, phone number, and other account information stay the same.