Step by Step guide to using RideConnect

Welcome to a new way of ridesharing

This guide will take you step by step through downloading, setting up and using RideConnect with your rideshare community

	Is RideConnect the app you need?
	RideConnect is an app for anyone who wants to drive customers and make money. You can also use RideConnect to drive people around as a service, like for a charity, a hospital, company or just your personal reasons
	RideConnect is also an app for anyone who values their safety and privacy
	Lastly, RideConnect is not a ride services company like Uber or Lyft. You can setup your own rideshare company using RideConnect. There's just you and your customers, no middleman

	Download RideConnect
	Search for RIDECONNECT on the Apple app store or on Google Play
	Click here if you're viewing this on your phone

	Install RideConnect
	Create a memorable username. This is the nickname by which users will see you
	Select a photo of yourself
	Secure your profile with a security code

	Enable ridesharing
	If you plan on giving people rides, then you need to enable ridesharing
	We recommend you take a photo of your vehicle
	We also recommend that you obtain the correct insurance for ridesharing from your insurance company
	Tell your friends that you're using RideConnect to rideshare

	Create a rideshare channel
	Create your own ride channel within the app and then invite people to join by sharing the code

	Start ridesharing using RideConnect
	If you're a driver, then be sure to announce your availability on the RideBoard. If you're a rider, then post your ride schedule on the RideBoard so that drivers may see it
	Adjust your range setting so that you are able to receive ride requests from riders
	Set your price in the message section of the scheduled ride so that the rider or driver knows what works for you


	Download RideConnect and see how it can benefit you
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