What this charge usually means
Seeing "LYFT *RIDE" on your statement indicates a transaction with Lyft. This could be a ride, food delivery, or other on-demand service. The charge amount varies based on distance, time, and demand pricing.
Common reasons this appears
- Completed ride or trip with Lyft
- Lyft food delivery order (Eats or similar)
- Tip added after the ride that appears as a separate charge
- Toll or surcharge applied after the trip ended
How to verify this charge
- Open the Lyft app and check your trip or order history
- Review email receipts from the service for matching amounts and dates
- Check if another person on your family account used the service
- Look for pre-authorization holds vs. final settled amounts
When to worry
If you have never used Lyft, do not have an account, and nobody with access to your payment method has used the service, this is likely unauthorized. Contact Lyft support and your bank immediately.
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