Though Uber has made getting from Point A to Point B easier than ever, there may come a time when you want to delete your account, perhaps in favor of other app-based ride services like Lyft or Via.

The app is sleek and black, invoking the same minimal startup vibes as Uber or Vrbo. With Protector, users — or "Protectees," in the app's lingo — can scroll through a selection of law ...