What Records Should a Rideshare Driver Keep?

Good recordkeeping helps rideshare and gig drivers understand business performance and prepare accurate information for tax filing. A practical system should capture mileage, income, expenses, fees and supporting documents throughout the year rather than reconstructing everything later.

Business Mileage

Track the date, business purpose, starting and ending mileage or GPS-tracked business distance, and enough route information to explain the trip. Keep personal and business driving separated as accurately as possible.

Income and Platform Statements

Keep records of gross earnings, bonuses, incentives and other business income. Save the tax forms and annual summaries provided by rideshare or delivery platforms, but do not rely on a single year-end form as your only record.

Platform Fees and Business Expenses

Depending on your circumstances, records may include platform commissions, tolls, parking, phone costs, supplies, vehicle-related costs and other ordinary business expenses. Keep receipts or digital copies where practical and record the business purpose.

Vehicle Information

Maintain basic vehicle information and records for maintenance and repairs. If you change vehicles during the year, note the dates each vehicle was used for business.

Monthly and Year-End Summaries

Review your records monthly. A recurring review is easier than fixing missing information at tax time and can reveal unusually high expenses or missing mileage entries while there is still time to correct them.

Tax treatment depends on individual circumstances and current law. This article is general organizational information, not tax advice. Consult a qualified tax professional for filing decisions.