Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By downloading, installing, or using the RydMatch application or visiting our website (collectively, the "Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the Service. These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and RydMatch.

2. Description of Service

RydMatch is a social platform designed for motorcyclists and bicyclists to discover compatible riding partners, create and join group rides, communicate via in-app chat, share routes, and track each other live during rides. Users select their ride type preference (motorcycle, bicycle, or both) when creating an account. The Service is provided "as is" and features may change over time.

3. Eligibility & Age Requirements

RydMatch enforces minimum age requirements that vary based on the ride type(s) you select:

• Bicycle riders only: You must be at least 16 years of age.
• Motorcycle riders only: You must be at least 18 years of age.
• Both motorcycle and bicycle riders: You must be at least 18 years of age.

By using the Service, you represent and warrant that you meet the applicable minimum age requirement, have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms, and (where required by law) hold a valid license to operate the vehicle type you have selected. If a bicycle-only user later adds motorcycle riding to their profile, the 18+ requirement will apply, and age verification may be required.

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that do not meet eligibility requirements or that we reasonably believe have misrepresented age or licensing information.

4. User Accounts

• You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
• You agree to provide accurate and complete information when creating your profile, including ride type, experience level, and date of birth
• You are responsible for all activity that occurs under your account
• You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
• You may not create more than one account or share your account with others
• We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms

5. User Conduct

When using RydMatch, you agree NOT to:

• Harass, intimidate, threaten, or discriminate against other users
• Post false, misleading, or deceptive content in your profile
• Use the Service for any unlawful purpose
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to other accounts or our systems
• Share another user's personal information, location, or images without their consent
• Use the app while operating a motorcycle, bicycle, or any other vehicle
• Organize or participate in races, unlawful gatherings, or activities that violate traffic laws
• Impersonate another person or entity
• Solicit, market, or sell goods or services to other users without authorization
• Upload viruses, malware, or any harmful code
• Interfere with or disrupt the integrity of the Service

6. Safety & Assumption of Risk

Assumption of Risk. Motorcycling and bicycling involve inherent risks, including but not limited to collisions, falls, mechanical failure, road hazards, weather conditions, the conduct of other riders or motorists, serious injury, and death. By using RydMatch, you acknowledge and agree that:

• You ride entirely at your own risk
• You are solely responsible for your safety, your equipment, your insurance, and your compliance with all applicable laws
• RydMatch is a social platform only — we do not organize, supervise, lead, endorse, or assume responsibility for any ride, route, group, or interaction between users
• We do not screen, verify, or perform background checks on users, riding skills, vehicle conditions, or licensing status (beyond age self-attestation)
• RydMatch is not liable for the actions, conduct, statements, or representations of other users
• Live location sharing, route suggestions, and tracking features are provided "as is" with no guarantee of accuracy, availability, or real-time performance

7. Intellectual Property

The RydMatch name, logo, app design, and all content created by RydMatch are protected by intellectual property laws. You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from our content without prior written permission. User-generated content (profile information, messages, routes) remains owned by the respective user; however, by submitting content, you grant RydMatch a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, display, and distribute that content as necessary to operate the Service.

8. Location Services

The live tracking feature requires location permissions. By enabling location sharing, you consent to sharing your real-time position with other users in your ride group. You can revoke location permissions at any time through your device settings or within the app. RydMatch is not responsible for how other users may use, store, or share location information you have voluntarily disclosed to them.

9. Third-Party Services

The Service may rely on third-party services including mapping providers, cloud hosting, push notifications, and analytics. RydMatch is not responsible for the availability, accuracy, or content of third-party services, and your use of them is governed by their respective terms.

10. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. RYDMATCH DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE SERVICE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, ERROR-FREE, SECURE, OR FREE OF VIRUSES OR OTHER HARMFUL COMPONENTS.

11. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, RYDMATCH AND ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AND AGENTS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, GOODWILL, BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE OR ANY RIDE, INTERACTION, OR CONTENT FACILITATED THROUGH THE SERVICE.

OUR TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ANY CLAIM ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THE SERVICE SHALL NOT EXCEED THE GREATER OF (A) THE AMOUNT YOU PAID TO RYDMATCH IN THE 12 MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM, OR (B) ONE HUNDRED U.S. DOLLARS ($100). SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF CERTAIN DAMAGES, SO THESE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless RydMatch and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or related to your use of the Service, your violation of these Terms, your violation of any law, or your infringement of any third-party right.

13. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your access to the Service at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. You may delete your account at any time through the app settings. Upon termination, your right to use the Service ceases immediately, and the provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive (including Sections 6, 7, 10, 11, 12, and 14) will survive termination.

14. Dispute Resolution & Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the country you reside in, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Binding Arbitration. Any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Service shall be resolved through final and binding arbitration on an individual basis. You and RydMatch waive any right to a jury trial or to participate in a class action.

Notwithstanding the foregoing, either party may seek injunctive or equitable relief in a court of competent jurisdiction to protect its intellectual property rights.

15. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of material changes through the app, by email, or by updating the "Effective" date above. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

16. Severability & Entire Agreement

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect. These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and RydMatch regarding the Service.

17. Contact

For questions about these Terms, contact us at: support@rydmatch.com