Uber Cars: Cameras, Privacy, And You

Uber does not install cameras in its drivers' cars, but drivers are given the option to provide their own dashcam to record trips. If a driver has a dashcam, they can choose to register it with Uber and share their video footage in the event of a safety incident. Uber will notify riders if a driver has registered a dashcam, and riders have the option to cancel freely and request a new trip with a different driver if they don't want to be recorded. Uber has also been exploring the ability to allow drivers to choose to record video using the front-facing camera on their smartphone, similar to a dashcam.

Uber doesn't require cameras inside the car

Uber does not require drivers to install cameras in their cars. The company has stated that safety is important to them, and they have been spending more time getting feedback from drivers. They have introduced new features to improve safety, such as improved in-app navigation, and the option to record audio during trips. While Uber does not require cameras inside the car, drivers do have the option to provide their own dashcam to record trips. This dashcam can be registered with Uber, but the company does not have access to the footage unless it is uploaded.

If a driver has registered a dashcam, riders will be notified, and they can choose to cancel the trip and request a different driver free of charge. Uber's partnership with Otto Car offers drivers an affordable TfL-approved dashcam. The company does not have access to any footage stored by Otto Car.

Uber drivers can register dashcams with Uber

Uber does not install cameras in drivers' cars, but drivers can choose to provide their own dashcam to record trips. Uber drivers can register their dashcam with Uber, but the company does not have access to the footage unless the driver chooses to share it.

If you are an Uber driver and want to register your dashcam, you can do so through the Uber Driver app. Here is a step-by-step guide:

How to Register Your Dash Camera with Uber:

• Click on your profile and choose "Account".
• Scroll down and select "App Settings".
• Scroll to the bottom and choose "Video Recording".
• Under Video Recording, click on "Register".
• Choose the vehicle(s) you want to register your dashcam under.
• Enter the make and model of your dashcam.
• State whether your dashcam records the interior, exterior, or both.
• Indicate whether your dashcam records sound.
• Your dashcam is now registered!

By registering your dashcam, riders requesting a trip will be notified that they may be recorded. If riders do not want to be recorded, they can cancel the trip without incurring a cancellation fee.

It is important to note that Uber has specific guidelines regarding the use of dashcam footage. Footage should only be uploaded in the event of a safety incident and should relate to the trip and the relevant safety issue. Additionally, Uber does not allow the broadcasting of a person's image, audio, or video for any reason other than fulfilling transportation services.

Uber drivers can choose to record video using the front-facing camera on their smartphone

Uber drivers are permitted to use dashcams to record their trips. Uber does not install cameras in drivers' cars, but drivers can choose to record video using the front-facing camera on their smartphone, similar to a dashcam. This feature is currently being tested with select drivers in Cincinnati, Louisville, and New York City in the US, as well as Santos and João Pessoa in Brazil.

The video recording feature is designed to improve safety for both riders and drivers. It can be set up in seconds in the Uber Driver app and is free to use. Once enabled, drivers can record both video and audio on every trip. The front-facing camera, when placed in a phone mount, has a view of the vehicle's interior.

Uber has built this feature on top of its existing Audio Recording technology, so it comes with the same privacy protections. No one, including the driver, can access the recording unless the driver chooses to share it with Uber. Riders are notified if a driver has registered a dashcam, and they have the option to cancel the trip and request a new driver if they do not want to be recorded.

In the UK, Uber has partnered with Otto Car to offer drivers an affordable, TfL-approved dashcam. For a weekly fee, Otto Car will install the dashcam, store the video footage, and provide the footage to the driver upon request. Uber does not have access to any footage stored by Otto Car.

Uber drivers are responsible for any footage they record

Uber does not install cameras in its drivers' cars, but it does allow drivers to install and use their own video cameras, dashcams, or other recording devices. Uber drivers are responsible for any footage they record. If a driver chooses to record, they must comply with local regulations, including privacy and local authority requirements. For example, in some US states, drivers must notify riders that they are being recorded. Uber has also partnered with Otto Car to offer drivers an affordable, Transport for London (TfL)-compliant dashcam.

Uber drivers who use dashcams can register them with Uber and share footage in the event of a safety incident. This footage can be submitted to support a driver's case if a rider report is made against them. If a driver has registered a dashcam, riders will be notified and can choose to cancel and request a new trip with a different driver, free of charge.

While some riders may feel uncomfortable being recorded, dashcams are intended to improve rider behaviour and provide evidence when needed. They are also used to enhance the safety of both riders and drivers.

Uber plans to start audio-recording rides in the U.S. for safety

Uber has been working on improving the safety of its riders and drivers. The company has been facing ongoing concerns about user safety, including a history of sexual assault cases. In 2019, Uber announced that it would start audio-recording rides in the United States as a way to ensure passenger and driver safety. The company said it would first test the feature in some Latin American cities and then decide when to bring it to the US.

The new feature allows users to opt in to activate audio recording on any trip or all trips. Riders and drivers will not be able to listen back to the recordings, but they can choose to submit them to Uber's customer support team when reporting a safety issue. The recordings are saved in case a user decides to report an incident later. Uber can only access the recordings if the user includes them with an incident report.

There have been concerns about the privacy and legality of the new feature, as some states have wiretapping statutes that prohibit recording people without consent from both parties to a conversation. Uber has acknowledged these issues and said it is working to address them.

In addition to audio recording, Uber has also introduced other safety features such as in-app 911 and automatic safety check-ins when trips veer off course.

While Uber does not require drivers to have cameras in their cars, many drivers choose to install dash cams or other recording devices for their safety and to protect themselves from false reports or accusations. Drivers can register their dash cams with Uber, but the company does not have access to the recordings unless the driver uploads them to the cloud or submits them as evidence in an incident report.

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