Terms of Service
By accessing or using the GYR-Rides Platform, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, you may not access or use the Platform.
- Nature of Platform
- Eligibility
- User Accounts
- Driver Accounts
- Payments and Fees
- Insurance Disclaimer
- No Guarantee of Safety
- User Conduct
- Background Checks
- Intellectual Property
- Disclaimer of Warranties
- Limitation of Liability
- Indemnification
- Dispute Resolution
- Governing Law
- Severability
- Entire Agreement
- Account Deletion
- Modifications
- Contact
1. Nature of the Platform
GYR-Rides is a technology platform that enables users seeking transportation services ("Riders") to connect with independent third-party transportation providers ("Drivers"). GYR-Rides does not provide transportation services, does not operate as a motor carrier, taxi service, or transportation network company under employment law, and does not own, lease, or control any vehicles.
All transportation services are provided solely by Drivers, who are independent contractors and not employees, agents, or representatives of GYR-Rides.
2. Eligibility
You must be at least 18 years old to use the Platform as a Rider, or 21 years old to use the Platform as a Driver. By using the Platform, you represent and warrant that you have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms.
3. User Accounts
You may be required to create an account to access certain features of the Platform. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information and to keep your account information updated.
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activity that occurs under your account.
3.1 Phone Verification & Two-Factor Authentication
All accounts require phone number verification via SMS during registration and two-factor authentication (2FA) via SMS at each login. By creating an account, you consent to receiving SMS messages from GYR-Rides (delivered via our service provider, Twilio, Inc.) for the purpose of verifying your identity. Standard messaging and data rates may apply. You are responsible for ensuring access to the phone number associated with your account.
4. Driver Accounts and Independent Contractor Status
Drivers must enter into a separate Driver Agreement and SaaS Agreement with GYR-Rides. Nothing in these Terms creates an employment, partnership, joint venture, or agency relationship between GYR-Rides and any Driver.
Drivers retain full discretion over when and where they provide transportation services and whether to accept or decline ride requests.
5. Payments and Fees
GYR-Rides may facilitate payments between Riders and Drivers through third-party payment processors. Fees, charges, or platform access costs may apply and will be disclosed prior to use.
GYR-Rides does not guarantee fare amounts, driver earnings, or rider availability.
6. Insurance Disclaimer
Drivers are solely responsible for maintaining any insurance required by law or by their Driver Agreement, including but not limited to:
- Commercial rideshare or for-hire vehicle insurance
- Minimum $1,000,000 liability coverage per accident
- Uninsured Motorist (UM) coverage
- Underinsured Motorist (UIM) coverage
Riders acknowledge that GYR-Rides does not insure Drivers, vehicles, or trips. Riders assume all risk associated with transportation services provided by Drivers.
7. No Guarantee of Safety
GYR-Rides does not guarantee the safety, suitability, or legality of any transportation services provided by Drivers. Users assume all risks arising from their use of the Platform and participation in transportation services.
GYR-Rides may, but is not obligated to, implement safety features such as driver ratings, ride tracking, or emergency buttons. These features do not constitute a warranty or guarantee of safety.
8. User Conduct
Users agree not to:
- Use the Platform for unlawful purposes
- Harass, threaten, or harm others
- Provide false or misleading information
- Interfere with the operation of the Platform
- Damage or vandalize any vehicle
- Transport illegal substances or contraband
- Engage in discriminatory behavior
- Share, forward, or misuse SMS verification codes or 2FA codes
GYR-Rides reserves the right to suspend or terminate accounts for violations of these Terms.
9. Background Checks
GYR-Rides may, but is not obligated to, perform background checks on Drivers through third-party screening providers, including Checkr, Inc., as permitted by law. Background checks may include criminal history searches, driving record checks (Motor Vehicle Reports), and sex offender registry checks.
GYR-Rides makes no representations or warranties regarding the results, accuracy, or completeness of such checks. Users acknowledge that background checks have limitations and do not guarantee future behavior.
10. Intellectual Property
The Platform, including all software, content, graphics, logos, and trademarks, is owned by or licensed to GYR-Rides. You may not copy, modify, distribute, sell, or lease any part of the Platform without our prior written consent.
11. Disclaimer of Warranties
THE PLATFORM IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.
GYR-Rides does not warrant that the Platform will be uninterrupted, error-free, or secure.
12. Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, GYR-RIDES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES arising out of or related to your use of the Platform or transportation services, including but not limited to:
- Personal injury or death
- Property damage
- Lost profits or data
- Service interruptions
GYR-RIDES'S TOTAL LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEED the amounts paid by you to GYR-Rides, if any, during the six (6) months preceding the event giving rise to the claim, or one hundred dollars ($100), whichever is greater.
13. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless GYR-Rides, its members, managers, officers, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorney's fees) arising out of:
- Your use of the Platform
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your violation of any law or third-party rights
- Any transportation services you provide or receive
- Any dispute between you and another user
14. Dispute Resolution and Arbitration
Any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Platform shall be resolved through binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association ("AAA") under its Consumer Arbitration Rules.
Location: Arbitration shall take place in Montgomery County, Maryland.
CLASS ACTION WAIVER: YOU AGREE THAT ANY DISPUTES WILL BE RESOLVED ON AN INDIVIDUAL BASIS ONLY. YOU WAIVE ANY RIGHT TO PARTICIPATE IN A CLASS ACTION, CLASS ARBITRATION, OR OTHER REPRESENTATIVE PROCEEDING.
Opt-Out: You may opt out of this arbitration agreement by sending written notice to legal@gyr-rides.com within 30 days of first accepting these Terms.
Exceptions: Either party may bring claims in small claims court if eligible. Either party may seek injunctive relief in court for intellectual property infringement.
15. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Maryland, without regard to conflict of law principles.
For disputes not subject to arbitration, you consent to the exclusive jurisdiction and venue of the state and federal courts located in Montgomery County, Maryland.
16. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
17. Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy, the Driver Agreement, the Driver Privacy Policy, and the Software as a Service (SaaS) Agreement (for Drivers), constitute the entire agreement between you and GYR-Rides regarding your use of the Platform.
18. Account Deletion
You may delete your account at any time. To delete your account:
- In-App: Navigate to Settings > Account > Delete Account
- By Email: Send a request to privacy@gyr-rides.com
Upon deletion, your account will be deactivated immediately. Personal data will be deleted within 30 days, subject to data retention requirements described in our Privacy Policy. Deletion of your account constitutes termination of these Terms.
19. Modifications to Terms
GYR-Rides reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of material changes by posting the updated Terms on the Platform or by email. Continued use of the Platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
If you do not agree to the modified Terms, you must stop using the Platform.
20. Contact Information
Green Yellow Red LLC (d/b/a GYR-Rides)
- Email: support@gyr-rides.com
- Legal: legal@gyr-rides.com
- Website: https://gyr-rides.com
BY ACCESSING OR USING THE GYR-RIDES PLATFORM, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ, UNDERSTOOD, AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THESE TERMS OF SERVICE.