Community Guidelines & FAQ's

Jrney is a service that matches people that need to send something (Senders) or require a lift to a destination (Passengers), with those going the same way, and that can bring the item along or provide a lift (Drivers).

Senders

Everyone that registers on Jrney needs to use their own first and last name, mail address and mobile number. This is to ensure the best possible experience and to ensure the security of all the users in the system. Failure to add real verifiable information might result in either suspension or deletion of account.

Please make sure that the vehicle registration, make/model provided to you are the same as the vehicle the Driver is using when collecting your parcel. If it is not we suggest you immediately cancel the journey.

Please make sure you respond to Users on a timely basis and in a friendly manner, since they are all here trying to help you on your journey. By responding in this way you help create a more helpful and effective community.

Some Users may suggest a higher or lower price than the one posted by you. Remember that different people might have different means of helping you, so prices may differ. If the price does not suit you, then you can decline. If you are chatting with a potential Driver, Passenger or Sender and the price quoted is not acceptable, politely decline and explain why. Perhaps circumstances may arise that give the User has chance to lower or increase the price.

Make certain that you keep your task description as accurate as possible. By not being accurate about size, location for pickup or delivery, or items being sent, it will make the job for the Driver more difficult, and a disagreement could result in your task released and not getting delivered. Everybody loses.

You should try to keep all of your conversations in the system by using the chat function on Jrney. We understand that sometimes a phone call is easier, but it benefits all if communication is kept in one platform, and it makes it a lot easier for us to help you out if the need arises.

If you have any questions while trying to work out the details with a User please don't hesitate to reach out to us at hello@jrney.co

If someone you encounter in the system is not acting as you think they should, let us know. We will look into it and take action where appropriate.

Drivers

Everyone that registers on Jrney needs to use their own first and last name, mail address and mobile number. This is to ensure the best possible experience and to ensure the security of all the users in the system. Failure to add real verifiable information might result in either suspension or deletion of account.

Please make sure your car registration and make/model input on your advert is the same as the vehicle you use for the journey. Senders and Passengers will check this information before using your service and if the information does not match there is a good chance your journey will be cancelled.

Please make sure you respond to Senders and Passengers on a timely basis and in a friendly manner. By responding in this way you help create a more helpful and effective community.

Jrney is not a delivery auction. It is a community of people helping people. We are aware that some offers are not sufficient for the amount of work involved. When suggesting an alternative price, take into consideration that this is a service that uses spare capacity and that the price should reflect that.

Our community is based on honesty and transparency. If you accept a task, then it is given that you will fulfil it. Of course, if you are ultimately unable to fulfil the delivery or lift, then, as soon as you become aware of this, notify the Sender or Passenger and this could impact your rating and reviews.

Make certain you agree all the details of what needs to be delivered or the details of the lift before agreeing to do it. Details to consider are:

  • What the item is;
  • How large the item is;
  • Where it needs to go;
  • Specific times for pick up and drop off, and;
  • Locations for pick up and drop off.

By clearing this all up straight away you remove the chances for potential difficulties later on.

If you show up to pick up a parcel or Passenger and find that the details were misrepresented we advise you to let us know at hello@jrney.co as soon as possible, and release yourself from the task. Do not confront the Sender or Passenger and demand more for the journey.

The price that you agreed with the Sender or Passenger when figuring out the details is the full amount you can request. That is regardless of unforeseen expenses, i.e. tolls, petrol, parking, etc. You should not demand more than was the agreed upon amount.

To be able to help you if something unforeseen happens you have to make sure that you do things within the system, such as asking for more or less money or messaging. Doing this violates the terms and conditions of being a Driver on Jrney.

You should try to keep all of your conversations in the system by using the chat function on Jrney. We understand that sometimes a phone call is easier, but it benefits all if communication is kept in one platform, and it makes it a lot easier for us to help you out if the need arises.

You should ultimately be the one who delivers a task that is agreed with a Sender or Passenger. If you accept the task, you cannot have it delivered by a third party. This also ensures that you will be rated in the system for the service you deliver and this will create a better experience for you and a community as a whole.

If someone you encounter in the system is not acting as you think they should, let us know. We will look into it and take action where appropriate.

Jrney - Pets

Under the Animal Welfare Act (of England & Wales) 2006 you have a duty of care to provide for the needs of any animals you send (Sender) or deliver (Driver). All reasonable steps must be taken to make sure your pet is not transported in any way that could cause stress or suffering.

Here are some guidelines from the SPCA:

  • Take regular breaks.
  • Never leave the pet in a car on a warm or hot day. Make sure the pet is secure and comfortable during the journey for yours and their safety.
  • The space provided for the pet should be large enough for them to sit and stand at full height, turn around easily and lie down in a natural position.
  • Make sure that your vehicle, and the pet's container is well ventilated and kept cool during the journey.
  • Always take plenty of water. The pet should always have access to water during the journey.
  • If the journey is long enough for the pet to require feeding, then take a break to feed the pet a light meal and make sure the pet is allowed to rest and digest his/her food for two hours before continuing on your journey.

Sender of a Pet

  • If you have any doubt whether your pet is fit to travel, seek advice from your vet.
  • Pets can find travelling in a car stressful experience. It may be best to take them on a short journey yourself to make sure they are OK with this process.
  • Feed your pet no sooner than two hours before you travel.
  • If the journey is long enough to cover a period of time in which your pet would normally be fed, remember to send your pet's food with the Bringer.

If you have any concerns, we're available on hello@jrney.co.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will giving a lift to a Passenger or delivering a parcel affect my car insurance in any way?

No, providing you are only asking Passengers for a contribution towards the running costs of your car as we recommend (and not making a profit), car sharing will not affect your insurance in any way. This assumes that you are traveling in a vehicle seating eight passengers or less and that carrying passengers is not your business or a highly regular occurance. If you are still concerned as to whether you are acting appropriately, the best thing to do is to contact your insurance company to ensure that you are acting within their guidelines. Note Jrney does not warrant that your insurance covers your providing a lift and delivery.

What are the costs for a delivery or lift?

Jrney leaves it in the hands of the Driver to decide upon the size of the charge they would like to ask for. However, if you are struggling to decide upon how much to charge for petrol, a sensible approach would be for Drivers to ask their Passengers or Senders for a fee in the region of R0.50 per passenger per kilometer. Users can use tools such as the AA route planner or Google Maps to estimate the journey length and work out the desired contributions. Rounding up or down payments avoids the need for change and is obviously a sensible solution.

How should I make contact with the Driver, Sender or Passenger?

Jrney has an internal messaging system that users can use to communicate. Once you have found someone who you think is interested, send them a message using the messaging service to confirm your travel or delivery requirements. Meeting in a public area is recommended, ideally somewhere close to public transport in case your travel partner is unable to make the trip.

What do I do if I have a question?

If you have a question of any type your best first point of call is consulting the frequently asked questions right here. If your question is not answered here, drop us an email at hello@jrney.co and we will see what we can do.

If I am concerned about the behaviour of a user

  • Whenever you share a journey, whether it is a lift or a delivery, with a user you have the opportunity to rate and comment on them, this is an effective way for users to gather appropriate information so that they can choose the best person to share with.
  • However, if at any stage whilst using the site, you come across a user who you believe is in breach of the terms and conditions or is acting inappropriately, please notify us at hello@jrney.co and we will act accordingly.

Safety

  • The decision to send an item with a Driver, catch a lift as a Passenger or be a Driver is entirely yours. It's not for everyone. If you feel unsafe for you or your possessions, do not continue with the journey and politely decline to continue with the task or journey.
  • Make sure that the vehicle regisdtration, make and model of the vehicle provided by the Driver matches the vehicle that the Driver is using when collecting you as a Passenger or Sender. If not do not continue with the journey and politely decline to continue with the journey.

Explicit Requirements

  • All registered passengers and drivers must be at least 18 years old.

Users are responsible for their own safety, however Jrney does recommend the following:

  • Users arrange to meet in public places.
  • Users notify a friend of their travel details: who they are traveling with, where they are traveling to and when they expect to arrive. NOTE - You can do this by also sharing your journey with someone by simply inputting their mobile number into the ❝Share Journey❞ screen in the app.
  • All users should show each other valid ID (e.g. a drivers license or passport), users are advised only to share lifts with people when their ID matches their profile information.
  • Users are reminded that they are under no obligation to be a Driver, Passenger or Sender with the person arranged, if you have any doubts about the person you have agreed the task with, you are advised not to make the journey.

Other information

  • Jrney reserves the right to bar users if they have given false information or if their behaviour contravenes the terms and conditions.
  • Users are advised not to provide their details relating to their home address or to their home telephone number in their profiles.
  • If users wish to restrict their car journeys to users of the same sex that is acceptable.
  • Jrney holds the right to strike off users if they are deemed not to have behaved in accordance with the terms and conditions or they are deemed to have acted inappropriately.

What if things don't go as planned?

  • If your circumstances change and you are no longer able to honour your arrangement please notify your agreed Jrney partner as soon as possible.
  • Jrney only provides a facility for finding Drivers, Passengers and Senders and cannot guarantee that Users of the site will honour their arrangements, similarly Users of the site are under no obligation to make a journey that they have previously agreed to.
  • Contact Jrney as soon as you can on hello@jrney.co