The Uber-IPSOS 2024 study provides the most comprehensive assessment to date of Uber drivers in Latin America, capturing insights from more than 13,000 respondents across the region. It reveals that ride-hailing platforms have become an important occupational alternative and a key source of flexible income for a diverse and increasingly educated workforce. Drivers are predominantly male, middle-aged, and often use the platform part-time to supplement other income sources. Most consider themselves as independent workers and prioritize autonomy and flexibility over traditional employment arrangements. Despite its role as a financial buffer, platform work does not shield drivers from broader economic vulnerabilities. Like the general population, the majority report being in debt and using their Uber earnings to meet essential household needs, underscoring the importance of this occupational alternative for their financial security. Social protection coverage remains limited and fragmented, with low participation in health insurance and pension systems. While many drivers express interest in saving for retirement, few have access to structured, portable mechanisms that facilitate long-term financial planning. The findings highlight the need for policies centered on individuals rather than employment status, capable of combining flexibility with protection. Expanding access to financial tools, portable benefit schemes, and voluntary savings mechanisms can strengthen workers resilience without undermining the appeal of flexible work. As platform work becomes a defining feature of Latin Americas labor markets, the study calls for innovative and inclusive regulatory frameworks that preserves autonomy while ensuring access to essential protections and financial security.