Safety

Safety when you carpool with VIB3S

Carpooling with VIB3S relies on four things: verified accounts, profiles with ratings, in-app chat and a payment that is held until the trip ends. Here is exactly what we check, what we don't, and what to do if something goes wrong.

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What VIB3S verifies

VIB3S closes fake, duplicate or impersonating accounts, and may request additional checks if an account looks suspicious.

  • Every account: email verified with a one-time code, or sign-up with Apple or Google. One account per person, adults only.
  • Drivers accepting paying passengers: identity verification (KYC) through Stripe. Without it they can't get paid.
  • Drivers when posting: they declare a valid driving licence, compulsory insurance and a valid roadworthiness test. They can add the licence plate so you see it before the trip.
  • CAE programme (voluntary): an extra verification level with full name, national ID, phone and location. Only needed to take part in that programme.

Before the trip: profiles, ratings and chat

Before booking you can see the other person's profile and average score, based on 1-to-5-star ratings and reviews from past trips. Reviews are public and VIB3S removes those that break the rules.

All communication goes through the in-app chat: phone numbers and emails are never shared.

A protected payment

You pay when you request the seat and the money is held: it doesn't reach the driver until the trip ends without issues. Payments are processed by Stripe, which is PCI-DSS certified, and VIB3S never has access to your card details.

That's why you should always book and pay inside the app: outside it we can't help you or refund you.

If something goes wrong

  • You can report a problem from the trip screen, from departure until 2 hours after the scheduled arrival.
  • If the driver doesn't show up and you report it in time, the payment is paused and, if confirmed, you get 100% back.
  • If the driver cancels, you get 100% back straight away.
  • Any other issue is reviewed case by case by the VIB3S team.
  • Accounts that break the rules can be suspended or permanently closed.

Tips for a relaxed trip

  • Read the profile and reviews before booking or accepting someone.
  • Agree on a meeting point in a public, easy-to-find place through the chat.
  • Tell someone you trust who you're travelling with and when you leave.
  • Let the driver know if you're bringing bulky luggage or a pet.
  • If you drive back from an event, do it rested and without having had a drink.

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Frequently asked questions

Are VIB3S profiles verified?

Every account signs up with a verified email or Apple/Google. Drivers who accept paying passengers also complete Stripe identity verification.

Can I see who I'll travel with?

Yes. You see their profile, average score and reviews, and you can talk in the chat before the trip.

What if the driver doesn't show up?

Report it from the trip within 2 hours of the scheduled arrival. If confirmed, you get 100% back.

Why shouldn't I pay outside the app?

Because inside the app the money is held until the trip ends and we can refund you if something goes wrong. Outside it there's no protection.

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