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Uber, Lyft, DoorDash or Instacart deactivation: how to appeal

Deactivated as a driver, courier or shopper? How to find the reason, dispute background check errors, use local deactivation rights and prepare the appeal.

Short answer. Get the reason in writing, then match the route to it. For background checks, get a copy of the report and dispute errors with the screening company. For ratings, safety reports or fraud flags, gather trip or delivery records, photos and messages, and submit a factual appeal through the platform's official channel. Check whether your city or state has deactivation protections for app-based workers.

Background check deactivations

Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act you are entitled to see a consumer report used against you and to dispute inaccurate information. A corrected report is the strongest appeal evidence there is.

Fraud flags and safety reports

Timestamps, delivery photos, GPS records and chat logs build a timeline the reviewer can follow.

Local rights

Some jurisdictions, including Seattle and Minnesota, have introduced deactivation protections for app-based drivers. Local driver organizations and legal aid groups can advise on how they apply to you.

FAQs

Can I drive for another platform meanwhile?

Usually yes, unless the reason for deactivation would also disqualify you there.

Start with the notice.

Send us what the platform sent you. We reply in writing with what we see, what we would do, and whether we think the case is worth pursuing.