Terms and Conditions

Terms of Service

Last updated: December 17, 2024

Current version: 1.17

Please read the following Terms of Service carefully. These terms govern your access to and use of Yaari-Ride's services and include important information about your legal rights, obligations, and limitations.

Service Overview

Yaari-Ride provides an online platform where drivers and passengers can arrange trips for carpooling purposes. Yaari-Ride is not a party to any agreements between drivers and passengers and has no control over their conduct. We are not an insurer, agent, or broker, and we disclaim all liability to the maximum extent permitted by law.

Key Definitions

  • - Member: Any registered user of the Service, including drivers, passengers, or both.
  • - Driver: A user offering spare seats in their vehicle for carpooling.
  • - Passenger: A user booking seats in a driver's vehicle.
  • - Account: A profile created by a member to access the Service.
  • - Trip: A journey between an origin and destination at a specific date and time, including details like pick-up/drop-off points and available seats.
  • - Booking: The act of paying for a trip through the Service.
  • - Contribution: A payment made by a passenger to cover trip costs, excluding profit for the driver.
  • - Booking Fee: A service fee added to the contribution, paid by the passenger.
  • - Payment: The total amount paid by a passenger (contribution + booking fee).
  • - Payout: The amount sent to the driver after deducting fees.
  • - Payout Fee: A service fee deducted from the driver's payout.
  • - Carpooling: The act of sharing a trip between a driver and passenger(s) in exchange for a contribution.

Changes to Terms

Yaari-Ride reserves the right to modify these Terms of Service or the Service itself at any time without prior notice. Changes will be posted on the Service, and continued use after modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

Member Responsibilities

Members are required to verify their accounts via email or phone. Yaari-Ride does not investigate members' backgrounds or conduct. You are responsible for assessing the suitability of other members and exercising caution when interacting with them. Yaari-Ride is not liable for any harm resulting from member interactions.

Conduct Guidelines

Members must act responsibly and adhere to the following:

  • - Drive safely and comply with traffic laws.
  • - Do not infringe on third-party rights, including intellectual property or privacy.
  • - Avoid using the Service for unauthorized purposes or distributing spam.
  • - Respect other members; harassment or abuse is prohibited.
  • - Do not use the Service for commercial activities without Yaari-Ride's consent.
  • - Be at least 18 years old and legally capable of entering contracts.

Use of the Service

The Service is strictly for non-commercial carpooling. Drivers may not profit from trips, and all payments must cover costs only. Yaari-Ride is not a transportation provider and does not interfere with trip details. Any breach of these terms may result in account suspension.

Account Creation

To create an account, you must:

  • - Log in via Facebook, Google, or email.
  • - Verify your email and phone number.
  • - Provide accurate personal information, including a profile photo.
  • - Agree to these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy.

Eligibility

Yaari-Ride reserves the right to restrict access to the Service for any member at its discretion.

Trip Features

Drivers can post trips with details like origin, destination, and available seats. Passengers can message drivers and book seats through the Service. Payments are processed online, and all transactions are in Canadian dollars.

Payments and Payouts

Payments are processed securely via Stripe. Drivers receive payouts after a four-day clearing period, minus the payout fee. Payouts can be sent to bank accounts or PayPal.

Cancellation Policies

Drivers may cancel trips without penalties, but repeated cancellations may result in account review. Passengers can cancel bookings, with refunds depending on the timing of cancellation. No-shows by passengers result in full payment to the driver.

Driver Requirements

Drivers must have a valid driver's license and insurance. Yaari-Ride is not liable for any uncovered insurance claims.

Disputes

Members can report disputes via the Service. Yaari-Ride will attempt to resolve conflicts but is not obligated to do so.

Identity Verification

Members may be required to verify their identity to access certain features. Yaari-Ride does not guarantee the accuracy of verified information.

Referral Program

Members can earn promo codes by referring new users. Referred members must complete their first trip to qualify. Yaari-Ride reserves the right to modify or terminate the referral program at any time.

Community Agreement

By agreeing to these terms, you also agree to our Community Agreement, which outlines expected behavior on the platform.

Anti-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment Policies

Yaari-Ride prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, gender, nationality, or other protected characteristics. Violations may result in account closure.

Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. By using the Service, you agree to our Privacy Policy.

Liability and Warranties

Yaari-Ride's liability is limited to $25 per claim. The Service is provided "as is," and we disclaim all warranties to the extent permitted by law.

Intellectual Property

All content on the Service is protected by intellectual property laws. Unauthorized use of our materials is prohibited.

Termination

Yaari-Ride may terminate or discontinue the Service at any time, with or without notice.