Uber Rolls Out Women-Only Ride Matching to Boost Safety and Empowerment

Uber is launching a new 'Women Preferences' feature that allows female riders and drivers to match exclusively with other women.

The pilot program will begin in August in three major US cities—Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Detroit—before expanding further. This move aims to address ongoing concerns about safety and comfort for women using ride-sharing services. The feature builds on similar initiatives previously launched in Saudi Arabia, where Uber has also introduced women-only ride options.

Uber says the new feature is part of its broader commitment to making its platform safer and more inclusive for women worldwide.