Uber Ads connects brands with millions of consumers during high-intent moments across mobility and delivery experiences, leveraging rich first-party data and location intelligence for targeted, measurable advertising campaigns.
Last updated Feb 18, 2026
Leading ride-sharing and delivery platform advertising network with significant scale and first-party data advantages
Uber Ads is the advertising division of Uber Technologies, launched to monetize the company's extensive user base across its ride-sharing and delivery platforms. The platform enables businesses to reach consumers through various ad formats including journey ads in the Uber app, sponsored listings in Uber Eats, and display advertising across Uber's digital properties. With access to millions of daily active users and rich first-party data on consumer behavior, location, and preferences, Uber Ads positions itself as a performance-driven advertising solution that connects brands with consumers at key decision-making moments. Uber Ads operates within the broader retail media and app-based advertising ecosystem, competing with other platform-based ad networks like DoorDash Ads, Instacart Ads, and traditional digital advertising platforms. The platform leverages Uber's unique position in the on-demand economy to offer advertisers targeting capabilities based on real-world behavior, location data, and purchase intent. As Uber seeks to diversify revenue streams beyond its core mobility and delivery businesses, the advertising division has become an increasingly important growth driver, particularly as the company aims to build a high-margin advertising business similar to other platform companies.
In-app advertising displayed to riders during their Uber journey, including pre-ride, in-ride, and post-ride ad placements
Sponsored restaurant and merchant listings within the Uber Eats app, helping restaurants increase visibility and orders
Banner and display ad units across Uber's app and digital properties
Sponsored placements in Uber's email communications to users
Self-service platform for advertisers to create, manage, and optimize campaigns