Terms and Conditions
Introduction
These Terms and Conditions govern your use of the Island: GO! Ridesharing Application ("Application" or "Island: GO!") and the services provided through it. By using the Application, you ("User" or "Users") agree to be bound by these terms.
Nature and Scope of the Application
Island: GO! operates as a decentralized, autonomous platform facilitating private carpooling services. The Application connects private individuals for ride-sharing purposes to reduce traffic congestion and provide an affordable transportation alternative. Island: GO! does not provide transportation services directly but acts solely as a technology platform.
Non-Affiliation with Traditional Transport Services
Island: GO! is not a taxi, tour, omnibus, watersports, contract hire/school bus, or limousine service. The Application does not offer tours, bus services, taxi hire, or contract hire services. It is exclusively a platform for private carpooling.
Compliance with Local Laws and Regulations
Island: GO! endeavors to comply with applicable laws and regulations. Users are individually responsible for ensuring compliance with their local laws while using the Application. Island: GO! does not guarantee that the use of the Application is lawful in any specific territory.
No Registration in Operating Territories
Island: GO! is not registered in any specific territory. It operates as a borderless entity, providing services wherever there is demand from drivers and passengers. Users must ensure their use of the Application complies with local laws.
Independent Contractor Status
Users acknowledge that drivers using the Island: GO! platform are independent contractors, not employees or agents of Island: GO!. Drivers are solely responsible for their actions and the transportation services they provide. Island: GO! does not control or manage drivers' conduct.
Disclaimer of Liability
Island: GO!, its owners, directors, and affiliates are not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or exemplary damages, including but not limited to damages for loss of profits, property, goodwill, use, data, or other intangible losses resulting from the use of the Application or services. Island: GO! is not responsible for the conduct of drivers or users, and any disputes must be resolved directly between the parties involved.
Arbitration Clause
All disputes arising from or related to these Terms and Conditions or the use of the Island: GO! Application shall be resolved through binding arbitration. Users agree to waive their right to a trial by jury or participation in a class action lawsuit.
Insurance and Indemnification
Drivers are solely responsible for obtaining and maintaining appropriate insurance coverage as required by local laws. Island: GO! does not provide insurance coverage for incidents occurring during ridesharing services. Users agree to indemnify and hold Island: GO! harmless from any claims arising from their actions or the actions of drivers while using the Application.
Limited Scope of Service
Island: GO! provides a technology platform that facilitates carpooling services between private individuals. Island: GO! does not provide transportation services and does not guarantee the safety, legality, or quality of any rides arranged through the Application.
User Agreement and Consent
By using the Island: GO! Application, Users acknowledge and consent to the limitations of Island: GO!'s liability as outlined herein. Users agree to use the Application responsibly and in compliance with all applicable laws.
User Responsibilities
Users are responsible for their conduct while using the Application and must adhere to these terms and all applicable laws. Users must use the Application responsibly and ethically.
Modification of Terms
Island: GO! reserves the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. Continued use of the Application after changes have been made constitutes acceptance of the new Terms and Conditions. Users will be notified of significant changes through the Application.
Governing Law
These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the territories in which the Application operates, without giving effect to any principles of conflicts of law.
Acknowledgment and Acceptance
By using the Island: GO! Application, Users acknowledge that they have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.
Conclusion
By making these adjustments, the Terms and Conditions are more robust, providing clearer definitions of responsibilities, emphasizing user compliance with local laws, and strengthening the disclaimer of liability and indemnification clauses.
Privacy Policy
Introduction
This Privacy Policy outlines how Island: GO! ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, shares, and protects the personal information of users ("you" or "Users") of Island: GO!.
Information We Collect
Personal Information: When you register and use the Application, we may collect personal information such as your name, email address, phone number, and payment information.
Usage Information: We collect information about your use of the Application, including ride details, preferences, and communication with other users.
Location Data: With your consent, we collect and process your precise geographic location to facilitate ride-sharing.
Device Information: Information about the device you use to access the Application, including hardware model, operating system, and unique device identifiers.
How We Use Your Information
To Provide Services: We use your information to connect you with drivers or passengers and facilitate ride-sharing services.
Improvement of Services: To improve and personalize the user experience, we analyze usage data and feedback.
Communication: We use your contact information to send updates, respond to inquiries, and provide customer support.
Security: To ensure the safety and security of our users, we monitor activities on the platform for fraudulent or suspicious behavior.
Sharing of Information
With Other Users: Your information is shared with other users (drivers/passengers) to facilitate ride-sharing.
Service Providers: We share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as payment processing and data analysis.
Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information to comply with legal obligations or respond to lawful requests from public authorities.
Security Measures
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and for legitimate business purposes. Once your information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.
User Rights
Access and Update: You have the right to access and update your personal information through your account settings.
Deletion: You can request the deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions provided by law.
Objection and Restriction: You have the right to object to or restrict the processing of your personal information under certain circumstances.
Children's Privacy
The Application is not intended for use by children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware of such data, we will take steps to delete it.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data during such transfers.
Changes to the Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on the Application. Your continued use of the Application after such changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.