Legal

Terms of Service

Terms and conditions for using the WheelFriends ridesharing platform.

Last updated: February 24, 2026

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using WheelFriends ("the Platform") at wheelfriends.app, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree, please do not use the Platform.

2. What WheelFriends Is

WheelFriends is a commission-free ridesharing platform that connects drivers with empty seats to passengers travelling the same route. WheelFriends is a marketplace only — we are not a transport operator, taxi service, or carrier. We do not employ drivers and are not responsible for the rides themselves.

3. User Accounts

→You must be at least 18 years old to create an account.
→You are responsible for keeping your login credentials secure.
→You must provide accurate and truthful information during registration.
→One account per person. Creating multiple accounts is prohibited.
→We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms.

4. Driver Responsibilities

→You must hold a valid driving licence for the vehicle you offer.
→Your vehicle must be roadworthy, insured, and meet all legal requirements.
→You may only offer seats on journeys you are already making — not as a commercial transport service.
→Prices should reflect cost-sharing only and must not exceed your actual costs.
→You are responsible for the safety of your passengers.

5. Passenger Responsibilities

→Be at the agreed pickup location on time.
→Treat drivers and fellow passengers with respect.
→Do not request drivers to break traffic laws.
→Cancellations should be made as early as possible out of courtesy.

6. Payments & Ad-Free Upgrade

WheelFriends charges no commission on rides. Payments between drivers and passengers are arranged directly.

The optional €10 one-time ad-free upgrade is processed securely via Stripe. This purchase is non-refundable once activated. The ad-free status is tied to your account permanently.

7. Prohibited Conduct

You must not:

✗Use the Platform for any illegal purpose
✗Post false, misleading, or fraudulent ride listings
✗Harass, threaten, or abuse other users
✗Attempt to hack, scrape, or reverse-engineer the Platform
✗Offer commercial transport services (taxi, private hire) through the Platform

8. Limitation of Liability

WheelFriends provides the Platform "as is" without warranties of any kind. We are not liable for any damages arising from your use of the Platform, interactions with other users, or any rides arranged through the Platform. Maximum liability is limited to €10 (the value of any paid upgrade).

9. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the Slovak Republic. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of the Slovak Republic.

10. Contact

Questions about these Terms? Email us at legal@wheelfriends.app.

2. What WheelFriends Is

3. User Accounts

→You must be at least 18 years old to create an account.

→You are responsible for keeping your login credentials secure.

→You must provide accurate and truthful information during registration.

→One account per person. Creating multiple accounts is prohibited.

→We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms.

4. Driver Responsibilities

→You must hold a valid driving licence for the vehicle you offer.

→Your vehicle must be roadworthy, insured, and meet all legal requirements.

→You may only offer seats on journeys you are already making — not as a commercial transport service.

→Prices should reflect cost-sharing only and must not exceed your actual costs.

→You are responsible for the safety of your passengers.