Uber today revealed a new type of account, called Senior Accounts, for older users that prioritizes a simpler app experience with features like ride updates for family members, saved destinations, and the ability to use a family member’s card for payments.
Uber said Senior Accounts present a simpler app experience with larger text and icons, as well as less complex screens. Users can switch this mode on using the accessibility settings in the app.
Users in the U.S. can now add older adults to their family account via the “Family” menu under the Accounts tab. Users who manage the family account can add their own payment methods, edit the list of saved destinations, book a ride for older adults, and contact drivers during a ride. People in the family group can also follow senior users’ rides.
Uber said senior users can add their Medicare Flex card to pay for eligible medical visits.
The company said it plans to make Senior Accounts available worldwide, though it didn’t specify when the feature would roll out to other countries.
Uber added teen accounts in a few cities in the U.S. in 2023 and later rolled it out to more regions and countries.
