Does Lyft automatically share location?

Does Lyft automatically share location? Never share automatically You can choose to share your ride details by tapping 'Safety tools' at the bottom of the screen during a ride.

Does Lyft let you share your location?

Your safety is always our top priority. When you ride with Lyft, you can share your ride details and location with friends and family.

Do Lyft drivers know who reported them?

If you rate your driver three stars or fewer, you won't be matched with them again. Your feedback is anonymous and lets us take appropriate action to help keep the community safe.

Can 2 people share the same Lyft?

Bringing friends A standard Lyft ride can seat up to 4 riders. If you have a bigger group, a Lyft XL can seat up to 6.

Can Lyft drivers see your address after a ride?

There is no reason for your driver to know your full name, address or any other personal information. Both Uber and Lyft use technology that keeps your personal details safe. Even if you need to call your driver before they arrive, your number is hidden.

Can someone track my Lyft ride?

When you ride with Lyft, you can share your ride details and location with friends and family. When you share your ride details with someone, they'll get a link that shows them the following: Your pickup and drop-off locations. The approximate GPS location of your ride.

Can Lyft drivers see your profile picture?

The photo you submit may become your profile picture which will be seen by drivers and co-riders while in a ride. You can update your profile photo later in your profile. We will never share your ID with drivers or co-riders. Co-riders will be unable to see your picture after the ride.

Why is Lyft tracking my location?

Location data Lyft uses your phone's location services to give you a great ride experience. We only access your location if the Lyft app is running on your phone. If you close the app, we won't access that info. Sharing your location data with us turns background location sharing on.

Is Uber or Lyft safer?

With lawsuits piling up against both popular rideshare companies, it's unclear whether passengers are safer riding with Uber versus Lyft, or vice versa. Lyft was long seen as the safer alternative to the “frat culture” of Uber, but that characterization may have since been proven wrong, USA Today reports.

Does Lyft not do shared rides anymore?

Lyft is officially discontinuing shared rides, the latest change the ride-hailing company's new chief executive officer is making in a bid to revamp the platform to compete with Uber Technologies. “The problem with shared trips is that they take people out of their way,” David Risher said in an interview Thursday.

Does Lyft track your phone?

Location data Lyft uses your phone's location services to give you a great ride experience. We only access your location if the Lyft app is running on your phone. If you close the app, we won't access that info. Sharing your location data with us turns background location sharing on.

Does LYFT keep records?

We retain transactional information such as rides and payments for at least seven years to ensure we can perform legitimate business functions, such as accounting for tax obligations. We also retain your information as necessary to comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes and enforce our terms and policies.

Can Lyft drivers see their ride history?

The Driver Dashboard's 'Driving History' tab lets you see past rides and passengers.

Which is better Uber or Lyft?

Uber can be less expensive than Lyft for the average journey—research suggests that Uber is the cheaper company, with the average trip costing $20 compared with the $27 you would spend for an average Lyft trip. Also, Uber can be used around the world, whereas Lyft is only available in the U.S. and Canada.

Why do Lyft drivers have cameras?

Dash cams often also serve as a deterrence for would-be mischief. People tend to behave better when they know that they are being recorded. Furthermore, drivers with cameras always have the truth on their side. Videos don't lie, they provide indisputable evidence of what really happened.