Ride-hailing platform rolls out enhanced family features including independent teen sign-ups and dedicated seniors interface.
13 Nov 2025 | 1682 Views | By Shristi Ohri
Uber has launched a self-onboarding feature in India that allows teenagers to create their own accounts on the platform, the company announced on Tuesday.
The update to Uber's Teens product enables young users to sign up independently by linking their accounts directly, though guardian approval remains mandatory. Parents and ...
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Uber has launched a self-onboarding feature in India that allows teenagers to create their own accounts on the platform, the company announced on Tuesday.
The update to Uber's Teens product enables young users to sign up independently by linking their accounts directly, though guardian approval remains mandatory. Parents and guardians will maintain full visibility and control over teen accounts despite the streamlined registration process.
As part of the rollout, Uber has extended its Uber One membership benefits to teen users. When a guardian holds an active Uber One membership, teens linked to the family account will automatically receive the same perks, with cashback rewards accumulating in a shared family hub.
Shiva Shailendran, Director of Consumer Growth at Uber India and South Asia, said the changes reflect the independence of today's teenagers. "Teens today are far more independent, and we wanted to give them the flexibility to manage their own Uber accounts in a safe and supervised way, with approval from their guardians," he stated.
The company has also modified its Family profile feature to eliminate the requirement for a shared payment method. Family members can now join the profile using individual payment options, including cash or digital payments, without needing a common credit card.
Additionally, Uber has introduced a Seniors profile designed for older users. The feature includes a simplified interface with larger text, fewer buttons, and straightforward navigation. Guardians can track rides, request trips, and manage saved locations on behalf of senior family members.
Uber operates across 125 cities in India and has completed over 3 billion trips since entering the market in 2013. The platform supports more than 1.4 million drivers and delivery partners in the country.