Uber is a ridesharing app that allows users to request a ride from drivers in their area.

The app connects riders with drivers who use their cars to give rides. Riders can track the driver’s location and estimated arrival time, and payment is handled through the app.

Uber was founded in 2009 by Garrett Camp and Travis Kalanick. The app was first released in San Francisco and has since expanded to include over 600 cities worldwide. Uber has faced criticism for its surge pricing model, which increases fares during high-demand periods.

However, the company has also been praised for its innovative approach to transportation.