Uber has launched new features in India aimed at making travel smoother and safer for two important groups: teenagers and older adults. With more families relying on ride-hailing, the company says it wants to “make sure every generation can ride with confidence.” The Indian Express+1
Teen riders get more freedom — under watchful eyes
Teens can now self-onboard on the Uber app by linking their account to a parent or guardian’s profile. At the same time, the guardian retains full visibility and control over their account, trips and history. Business Standard+1
Beyond registration, the update brings these key perks:
Teens receive the same membership rewards if their parent holds an Uber One membership. The Indian Express+1
Families no longer must use a shared payment method; each member can have their own payment option while still being part of the same family hub. Business Standard+1
Ride safety remains a priority: for instance, teen trips are matched with experienced, high-rated drivers, and extra tracking/monitoring safeguards apply. Business Standard+1
For digital-native teens, this is a step up in independence — but done under a guardian’s map. The balance between freedom and supervision is what Uber is aiming for.
Simplified rides for seniors too
On the other end of the age spectrum, Uber has introduced a “Senior profile” option for older users. The app switches to a simplified interface: larger text, fewer buttons, more readable layout. Guardians can request rides on behalf of seniors, track trips for them, and manage saved destinations. MediaBrief
This dual-focus on both teens and seniors reflects an acknowledgment that families today span multiple generations — and each has distinct needs when it comes to mobility.
Why this matters
India is among Uber’s key growth markets, and catering to the full age-range of family users boosts both adoption and trust. The modifications remove friction (payment flexibility, onboarding ease) while also layering in safety for vulnerable groups. Business Standard+1
For you and families: rather than relying on a single parent account, the family hub treats members as individuals, yet connected. That’s a smart move in the era of shared economies and multi-device households.
Things to watch
How quickly will these features roll out city-by-city across India? Availability and local driver-pool quality may vary.
Whether the promised safety enhancements (for teens especially) are backed by consistent enforcement and driver monitoring.
For seniors: the usability experience matters — bigger fonts and fewer buttons help, but network/connectivity challenges, handset familiarity may still be sticking points.
Reference: Indian Express, “Uber introduces new teen and senior features for safer family rides”, Nov 13 2025. The Indian Express
Also: Business Standard, “Uber gives teens in India more independence – with parental control”, Nov 12 2025.