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How to cancel an Uber Eats order
Delivery services like Uber Eats are convenient, but almost to a concerning degree — it’s possible to order a meal and realize you want to cancel just moments later. Below we’ll explain when you’re allowed to cancel an Uber Eats order, and what to do when you make that decision.
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To cancel an Uber Eats order, open the app and tap the receipt icon at the bottom. From there, select Cancel order at the bottom of the order tracking view, then hit Cancel order again to confirm.
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Can you cancel an Uber Eats order?
Yes, but only if you act quickly, usually meaning within just a few minutes. If you cancel before a restaurant accepts your order, you’re guaranteed a refund.
By the time a delivery person is sent for pickup, you’re probably out of luck. At that point the only way you’re likely to get a refund is if the order is wrong or missing something. This is only fair to the restaurant and the delivery person — they’ve already spent time and effort on your food.
If you’re denied a refund in that situation, you might as well accept the order and remember the lesson for next time.
How to cancel an Uber Eats order
To cancel an order:
- Open the Uber Eats app.
- Tap the receipt icon in the bottom menu.
- Select Cancel order at the bottom of the order tracking view.
- Tap Cancel order again to confirm.
Read more: How to user the Uber app and hail your first ride