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How to Get Cheaper Uber Rides with Promo Codes & Coupons

May 30, 2018 05:55 PM
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Uber is one of the best ways to get around, but nobody said it was cheap. What's even more infuriating is when you have a bad experience with a ride. Sure, you can get a refund, but then you need to figure out where to enter in the promo code for the coupon that Uber sends your way.

Using Promo Codes isn't just for complaints and refunds, they can also be applied when people send you gift cards. Unfortunately, they're located in a completely different section of the app than the rest of the settings are, which makes them a chore to apply — but everything will be detailed in-depth here.

Go to the Payment Menu

From the main screen, tap the hamburger menu in the top-left corner and then hit "Payment."

Map interface showing locations for an Uber ride.
How to Get Cheaper Uber Rides with Promo Codes & Coupons
Map interface showing locations for an Uber ride.
How to Get Cheaper Uber Rides with Promo Codes & Coupons

Apply a Promo Code

Once you're inside the Payments menu, tap "Add Promo Code," enter in your promo code, then tap "Add." The gift balance will automatically be added to your Uber account, where you can use it to ride.

Payment methods screen with card options and prompts for adding a payment method and promo code.
How to Get Cheaper Uber Rides with Promo Codes & Coupons
Payment methods screen with card options and prompts for adding a payment method and promo code.
How to Get Cheaper Uber Rides with Promo Codes & Coupons

Gifting Uber Credit

If you want to send a gift card that people can add to their account instead, navigate back to the hamburger menu, tap "Send a Gift," and follow the instructions to send gift cards to your friends and family. They can come in the form of either Uber or Uber Eats for between $25 and $200.

How to Get Cheaper Uber Rides with Promo Codes & Coupons
Uber gift card design selection interface.
User interface for selecting the amount for a gift card on a mobile app.
How to Get Cheaper Uber Rides with Promo Codes & Coupons
Uber gift card design selection interface.
User interface for selecting the amount for a gift card on a mobile app.

Now you're all set to apply promo codes that you can acquire for a number of reasons, and don't forget to share the love with your friends and family.

Cover image and screenshots by Brian Lang/Gadget Hacks

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