Uber Launches Senior Accounts & Simple Mode Nationwide To Make The Uber App More Accessible For Older Adults

Uber Technologies, Inc. launched a new feature, senior accounts, and a “simple” mode setting to make the Uber ride share app more accessible and intuitive for older adults. Senior accounts are available nationwide in the United States.

Senior accounts are available through Uber’s Family Profile. Family organizers can use their own smartphones to assist an older family member by requesting rides, managing payment methods, and receiving real-time trip updates on behalf of their family member. For people with a senior account, the app uses the simple mode setting, which displays larger text and easy-to-follow instructions.

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