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How do I know the car is the one I reserved?

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If you ordered the car for someone else, let the other person know the name of the driver, as well as the make, model, and color of the car. It's also a good idea to call the Uber driver to give them the name and description of the person they're picking up.

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In requesting a ride to someone else's address, won't the Uber driver think something is wrong? It sill be my name but, it won't be me.

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It's a good idea to give the driver a call and let them know that you've booked the ride for someone else. That would also be a good opportunity to give the driver a description of the person they are picking up.

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Can I book an Uber for a specific time on the following day?

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You sure can. Once you enter your destination, tap "Schedule a Ride" and choose the time and date.

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Will the driver wait for me?

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Yes, but there may be a fee and the driver will only wait so long before cancelling the ride and getting another passenger.

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How do I get my lost item in the cab?

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You can ask for help in the Help section or go to "My trips" and select the ride in which you lost your item. There will be an option to leave your Uber driver a message.

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If I book a ride for someone else, can that person change the set destination that I requested once in the car?

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No. You are the only one who can change the destination during the trip.

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Can I schedule a ride for a future date for someone else?

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It’s strictly against Uber and Lyft policy to book a ride for yourself and have someone else take that ride without you. This is a huge security risk. Please refer to your Uber or Lyft app for details.

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If I am requesting a ride for someone else under my account, how can I have my friend pay for it so it doesn't get charged to me?

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Select the payment method as cash before confirming your friends' pick-up request.

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