REFUND & CANCELLATION POLICY

This Refund & Cancellation Policy governs the cancellation, refund, subscription, and payment-related terms applicable to users of Freedom Taxi including Customers, Drivers, Vehicle Owners, Delivery Partners, Acting Drivers, Travel Companies, and other service providers using the Freedom Taxi mobile applications, website, and related services.

By using the Freedom Taxi platform, you agree to this Refund & Cancellation Policy.

1. PLATFORM NATURE

Freedom Taxi operates as a technology-enabled marketplace platform connecting Customers with independent Drivers, Vehicle Owners, Delivery Operators, Acting Drivers, and Travel Companies.

Freedom Taxi itself does not directly provide transportation or logistics services unless specifically stated.

Refunds and cancellations may therefore depend on:

  • Driver/Partner availability,

  • Service category,

  • Timing of cancellation,

  • Distance covered,

  • Operational costs,

  • Subscription plan terms.

2. CUSTOMER BOOKING CANCELLATION POLICY

A. Cancellation Before Driver Acceptance

Customers may cancel bookings without charges before a Driver or Partner accepts the booking request.

B. Cancellation After Driver Acceptance

Cancellation charges may apply if:

  • The Driver has already accepted the booking;

  • The Driver has traveled toward the pickup location;

  • The Driver has waited at the pickup point;

  • The cancellation causes operational loss to the Driver.

Applicable cancellation charges may vary depending on:

  • Vehicle category,

  • Distance traveled,

  • Waiting time,

  • Time of cancellation,

  • Service type.

C. No-Show by Customer

If the Customer:

  • Does not answer calls,

  • Is unavailable at pickup,

  • Delays excessively,

  • Or fails to appear,

the booking may be marked as a “No-Show,” and cancellation charges may apply.

3. DRIVER CANCELLATION POLICY

Drivers and Partners are expected to honor accepted bookings.

Repeated cancellations by Drivers may result in:

  • Account warnings,

  • Temporary suspension,

  • Reduced platform visibility,

  • Permanent account termination in severe cases.

Freedom Taxi reserves the right to take action against Drivers causing inconvenience to Customers.

4. SUBSCRIPTION REFUND POLICY FOR DRIVERS

Freedom Taxi operates under a subscription-based access model for Drivers and Partners.

Subscription Terms:

  • Subscription fees are generally non-refundable;

  • Access fees are charged for platform usage and visibility;

  • Subscription does not guarantee ride bookings, earnings, customer availability, or business profits.

Refund Exceptions

Refunds may only be considered under the following circumstances:

A. Duplicate Payment

If a Driver is charged multiple times for the same subscription due to technical error.

B. Technical Failure

Where subscription activation fails completely due to a verified technical issue attributable to Freedom Taxi.

C. Unauthorized Transactions

Subject to verification and applicable banking/payment gateway procedures.

Freedom Taxi reserves sole discretion in determining refund eligibility.

5. PROCESSING OF REFUNDS

Approved refunds, where applicable, may be processed through:

  • Original payment method,

  • Bank transfer,

  • UPI,

  • Wallet reversal,

  • Or other suitable payment channels.

Refund processing timelines may vary depending on:

  • Banks,

  • Payment gateways,

  • Financial institutions,

  • Technical processing cycles.

Typical processing time may range between 7 to 15 business days.

6. NON-REFUNDABLE ITEMS

The following are generally non-refundable:

  • Completed rides,

  • Completed delivery services,

  • Driver subscription fees,

  • Platform service charges,

  • Convenience fees,

  • Promotional or discounted plans,

  • Verification charges,

  • Third-party charges.

7. ACTING DRIVER & DELIVERY SERVICE CANCELLATIONS

For Acting Driver and Delivery Truck services:

  • Cancellation fees may apply after service confirmation;

  • Charges may increase if the Driver/Vehicle has already commenced travel;

  • Partial payments may be retained toward operational expenses.

8. TRAVEL COMPANY & BUSINESS LISTING PAYMENTS

Payments made for:

  • Business listings,

  • Promotional visibility,

  • Advertising placements,

  • Directory subscriptions

are generally non-refundable once activated or published.

9. FAILED OR INTERRUPTED TRANSACTIONS

In case of:

  • Failed payment deductions,

  • Pending bank debits,

  • Interrupted payment processing,

Users are advised to contact their bank/payment provider first.

If the deducted amount is not automatically reversed within the bank’s standard timeline, Users may contact Freedom Taxi support with:

  • Transaction ID,

  • Payment screenshot,

  • Date & time of transaction,

  • Registered mobile number.

10. FRAUDULENT ACTIVITIES

Freedom Taxi reserves the right to:

  • Reject refund requests,

  • Suspend accounts,

  • Initiate legal action

in cases involving:

  • Fraudulent claims,

  • Payment abuse,

  • Fake bookings,

  • Manipulation of offers or subscriptions,

  • Unauthorized transactions.

11. FORCE MAJEURE

Refunds or compensations may not apply in situations beyond reasonable control including:

  • Natural disasters,

  • Government restrictions,

  • Traffic disruptions,

  • Internet outages,

  • Vehicle breakdowns,

  • Public emergencies,

  • Strikes or protests.

12. MODIFICATIONS TO POLICY

Freedom Taxi reserves the right to modify this Refund & Cancellation Policy at any time without prior notice.

Updated versions will be published on: https://freedomtaxi.net/refund-policy 

Continued use of the platform after policy updates constitutes acceptance of revised terms.

13. GOVERNING LAW

This Policy shall be governed by the laws of India.

Any disputes arising under this Policy shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of courts located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.

14. CONTACT INFORMATION

For refund, cancellation, or payment-related concerns, contact:

Registered Address:
Freedom Taxi,
E-Block, 12, 2nd Floor,
Cochin House Police Qtrs,
Thousand Lights,
Greams Road Post,
Chennai – 600006, Tamil Nadu, India.

Email:  satheeshfreedom9977@gmail.com Contact Number: 97919 29977

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