What is RideMesh and how is it different from Uber or Bolt?

RideMesh is a scheduled, community-anchored carpooling network, not on-demand commercial ride-hailing. Instead of full-time taxi drivers picking up random strangers with 25-30% platform commissions, RideMesh connects private car owners with colleagues and neighbors traveling the exact same daily commute route. Drivers keep 100% of ride contributions via affordable flat monthly subscriptions.

How does RideMesh ensure passenger and driver safety?

RideMesh uses a 6-pillar safety framework: 1) Mandatory Government ID and Facial Liveness verification, 2) Closed Community Circles (workplace email and estate residency), 3) A persistent 35/35/30 Trust Score, 4) Stealth Safety Check-in PIN countdown timers, 5) Encrypted QR Code boarding verification, and 6) Live GPS trip sharing links with emergency contacts.

How does the zero-commission model work for drivers?

RideMesh takes 0% commission from passenger ride contributions. Drivers subscribe to flat, affordable daily, weekly, or monthly subscription plans to publish rides. All passenger fuel-sharing contributions go 100% directly to the driver.

What is the RideMesh AI Commute Copilot?

The AI Commute Copilot is an intelligent assistant inside the RideMesh app that allows commuters to find, schedule, and plan shared journeys using natural language queries like 'Find me a ride from Ajah to Victoria Island tomorrow at 7:30 AM'. It automatically matches routes, checks community memberships, and assists with booking.

Transparent & Fair

Simple, Affordable Commute Pricing

RideMesh charges zero commission on ride fuel payments. Pay a transparent flat pass for unlimited matches, or use flexible pay-as-you-go passes.

Free Trial Commute

Perfect for testing your first shared ride with a verified coworker or neighbor.

₦0/ upon registration

1 Free Match Connection unlock
Full access to Closed Community circles
Facial liveness verification included
Stealth PIN & Emergency SOS protection

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Monthly Commuter Pass

Best value for daily Monday–Friday office, estate, and university commuters.

₦2,500/ per month

Unlimited ride connection unlocks for 30 days
Recurring ride reservations with your favorite hosts
AI Commute Copilot priority matching
3-day grace period on recurring bookings
Full corridor coverage (Mainland & Island)

Get Monthly Pass

Single Match Pass

Flexible, pay-as-you-go access for occasional trips or weekly weekend commutes.

₦300/ per connection

1 Verified driver connection unlock
48-hour request protection (auto-restored if unanswered)
Direct in-app messaging & coordinate sync
Encrypted QR code boarding check-in

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The 0% Driver Commission Guarantee

RideMesh is a carpooling technology network, not a taxi broker. We do not extract 25% commissions from drivers or add arbitrary surge multipliers to passenger fares. Drivers and passengers agree on a fair cost-share, and 100% of that contribution belongs to the car host.

Payments secured via Paystack & In-App Billing

Pricing Frequently Asked Questions

How do Match Passes work?

A Match Pass allows a commuter to connect with a driver on a specific journey. If a driver declines or does not respond within 48 hours, your Match Pass is automatically restored to your wallet.

What happens when my Monthly Pass expires?

For recurring daily rides, RideMesh provides a 3-day grace period post-expiry. Passengers can still request and join your recurring rides while you receive proactive renewal reminders.

How does the passenger pay the driver for fuel?

Passengers pay the agreed fuel contribution directly to the driver via direct bank transfer or agreed cash upon boarding. RideMesh takes zero cut.