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Please read these terms carefully before using our services. By booking with RideCharter, you agree to the terms outlined below.
By accessing or using RideCharter's services — including our website, mobile app, or any booking platform — you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions ("Terms"). If you do not agree, please do not use our services.
We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms at any time. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. We will notify registered users of material changes via email.
All bookings made through RideCharter are subject to vehicle availability and confirmation by our operations team. A booking is only confirmed once you receive a written confirmation email or SMS from RideCharter.
Full or partial payment may be required at the time of booking depending on the package selected. All payments are processed securely via our approved payment partners. Accepted methods include Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and PayPal.
| Cancellation Notice | Refund Percentage | Processing Time |
|---|---|---|
| More than 72 hours before trip | 100% Full Refund | 3–5 business days |
| 48–72 hours before trip | 75% Refund | 5–7 business days |
| 24–48 hours before trip | 50% Refund | 7–10 business days |
| Less than 24 hours before trip | No Refund | N/A |
| No-show at pickup | No Refund | N/A |
Cancellations must be submitted in writing via email to bookings@ridecharter.com or through your account portal. Verbal cancellations are not accepted. In case of service failure on our part (vehicle breakdown, driver no-show), a full refund or complimentary rescheduling will be offered.
Passengers are expected to conduct themselves in a respectful and safe manner throughout the journey. RideCharter reserves the right to terminate a trip without refund if passengers engage in prohibited behavior.
All RideCharter vehicles operate with comprehensive commercial passenger insurance as required by law. Our liability, however, is limited to the following:
For corporate clients with premium packages, extended liability coverage may be negotiated separately under a Service Level Agreement (SLA).
All content on the RideCharter website and applications — including text, images, logos, icons, graphics, audio clips, and software — is the exclusive property of RideCharter Inc. and is protected under applicable intellectual property laws.
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of New York, USA. Any disputes arising from the use of RideCharter services shall first be attempted to be resolved through good-faith negotiation.
If a resolution cannot be reached within 30 days, the matter will be referred to binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association. Both parties waive the right to a class action lawsuit.
RideCharter Inc. ("we", "our", "us") is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our services.
| Purpose | Legal Basis | Retention |
|---|---|---|
| Booking processing & fulfillment | Contract performance | 7 years |
| Customer support | Legitimate interest | 3 years |
| Marketing communications | Consent | Until opt-out |
| Analytics & improvement | Legitimate interest | 2 years |
| Legal compliance | Legal obligation | As required |
| Fraud prevention | Legitimate interest | 5 years |
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights:
We employ industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information:
In the event of a data breach affecting your personal information, we will notify you and relevant authorities within 72 hours as required by applicable law.
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use our services.
You can control cookie settings through your browser or our cookie preference center. However, disabling certain cookies may affect functionality.
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Duration | Can Opt Out? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential | Login sessions, booking flow, security | Session | No |
| Functional | Language, currency, UI preferences | 1 year | Optional |
| Analytics | Google Analytics, page performance | 2 years | Yes |
| Marketing | Retargeting ads, social media pixels | 90 days | Yes |
| Third-party | Maps, payment processors, chat widgets | Varies | Yes |
We use cookies from the following third-party providers: Google Analytics, Google Maps, Facebook Pixel, Stripe, and Hotjar. Each provider maintains their own privacy policy.
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time:
We understand plans change. Our cancellation policy is designed to be as fair as possible while accounting for operational costs incurred by our team and drivers.
| Notice Period | Refund | Rescheduling |
|---|---|---|
| 72+ hours before departure | 100% Refund | Free, once |
| 48–72 hours | 75% Refund | Fee may apply |
| 24–48 hours | 50% Refund | Fee applies |
| Under 24 hours | No Refund | Not available |
| No-show | No Refund | Not available |
If RideCharter cancels your booking due to mechanical failure, extreme weather, or other circumstances beyond our control, you will receive a full refund or complimentary rescheduling. We will notify you as soon as possible and make every effort to arrange alternative transportation.
Our legal and support team is available to clarify any aspect of these policies.