Uber Review

Where does Uber do business?

Uber is a business based in San Francisco, CA. It was founded in 2009 and offers work to freelancers in 50 states (and Washington, DC). Uber is an app that connects riders with nearby driver-partners in 260 cities and 45 countries.

Uber driver-partners use their personal cars and pay for their gas and expenses. The company is primarily a marketplace platform for passengers and drivers. Uber’s smartphone app connects riders with drivers using GPS technology.

Depending upon the location and time of day, Uber trips can be cheaper than a standard cab fare. Savings drop when you use the service during peak times as there may be a higher demand for drivers. At such times, which can include rush hour traffic hours, you may expect to pay higher rates than usual.

Uber also features a unique rating system. After an Uber trip is complete, both the driver and passenger are able to rate one another. Riders can comment on aspects such as the promptness of their driver’s service and cleanliness of the vehicle. Drivers rate the behavior of the passengers.

What compensation structure does it offer?

Uber compensates workers on a commission basis.

The company processes payments, which are made by passengers via the credit card they added to Uber’s platform at signup. Uber takes a cut from each fare and direct deposits the rest of the money into the driver’s account.

How much can you expect to earn working for Uber?

Rates may vary but Uber workers can usually expect to earn anything from $2.20 and $23.40

Actual earnings vary depending on number of rides accepted and taken, time of day, location and other factors.

What do you need to start working?

Side gigs can give you more flexibility than regular 9 to 5 jobs but there are still requirements to meet. Here's a summary of the eligibility criteria to work for Uber:

• Uber workers must have a clean criminal record.
• You need a clean driving record.
• Workers must have a valid driving license.
• You will also need to purchase your own insurance.
• Uber requires workers to own an eligible vehicle.
• Own a smartphone.
• The minimum age to work for Uber is 21.

Only U.S. citizens and permanent residents can apply.