Uber · Uber Privacy Notice

Biometric Identity Verification (Real-Time ID Check)

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Why it matters

Biometric data including facial geometry is among the most sensitive personal information — it cannot be changed if compromised, and collection without explicit written consent and a documented retention schedule may violate state biometric privacy laws.

Consumer impact

Uber's driver privacy policy enables extensive and continuous data collection including precise real-time geolocation even when the app is backgrounded, biometric identity verification data, financial account details, and criminal background check results — all of which are shared with a wide range of third parties including insurers, government authorities, and advertising partners. Drivers have limited ability to opt out of core data collection practices since most are tied to contractual necessity for platform access, meaning refusing consent may mean losing access to the platform entirely. You can request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal data by navigating to Privacy Settings within the Uber driver app.

What you can do

⚠️ These actions may provide transparency or partial mitigation but may not fully address the underlying issue. Effectiveness varies by jurisdiction and individual circumstances.
  • Delete Your Data
    Visit privacy.uber.com, log in with your driver account, and submit a data subject access or deletion request specifically referencing biometric/facial recognition data collected via Real-Time ID Check.

Applicable agencies

  • State AG
    Illinois AG enforces BIPA for biometric data violations; Texas AG enforces CUBI; multiple state AGs have authority over biometric privacy violations by platform companies.
    File a complaint →

Provision details

Document information
Document
Uber Privacy Notice
Entity
Uber
Document last updated
March 14, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
April 1, 2026
Last verified
April 1, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-000760
Document ID
CA-D-00110
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ConductAtlas Policy Archive
Entity: Uber | Document: Uber Privacy Notice | Record: CA-P-000760
Captured: 2026-04-01 14:28:44 UTC | SHA-256: d168dfc12e5cb6ec…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/uber/uber-privacy-notice/biometric-identity-verification-real-time-id-check/
Accessed: April 4, 2026
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Severity
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