DRIVER PAYMENT

How driver payment works

Simple, transparent earnings with secure payouts through Stripe. Drivers keep 100% of the fare they set. Riders pay a 10% platform fee unless on rider membership ($5.99/mo). You get paid weekly—every Friday.

Earnings breakdown

What you keep

Drivers keep 100% of the ride fare they set. Riders pay a 10% platform fee at checkout (waived for rider members).

When you get paid

Payout schedule

Your ride earnings accumulate throughout the week. Payouts are sent every Friday to your linked bank account or debit card through Stripe. Your first payout may take longer while Stripe verifies your details.

How payouts work

Powered by Stripe

Riders pay using Stripe (cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay). Stripe deposits your share into your Stripe Express account, and funds transfer automatically to your chosen bank account or debit card on Fridays.

Managing payouts

Change payout method

Update your bank account or debit card anytime in the Ride Splits app under Profile → Earnings. This opens your Stripe Express dashboard where you can manage payout details.

Refunds & disputes

How issues are handled

  • • If a ride is refunded, we may adjust your balance.
  • • Disputes are reviewed jointly by Ride Splits and Stripe.
  • • If a charge is reversed, related funds can be deducted.
Tips to maximize earnings

Best practices

  • • Complete and verify your profile for trust.
  • • Offer a clear usual route and consistent schedule.
  • • Enable multi‑stop rides when it fits your path.
  • • Communicate proactively and aim for 5‑star reviews.

Ready to earn your way?

Three quick steps: apply, finish setup, post your first usual ride.

Start in the app, complete your driver setup with Stripe, and post your first usual ride. You’re in control—price, schedule, and who rides with you.

Apply to drive How to set up your driver account
How to set up your driver account
1
Start in the Ride Splits app → Profile → "Become a Driver".
2
Confirm your profile basics (name, email, phone, vehicle, insurance if requested).
3
Consent to the background screening. You can keep using the app while it processes.
4
Set up payouts with Stripe (bank account or eligible debit card). Provide last 4 of SSN if needed.
5
Return to Ride Splits; check status banner (Ready, Pending Review, or Action Needed).
6
Create your "Usual Ride" (origin, destination, times, days; choose visibility).
7
Set your price. Riders pay your price + 10% platform fee (waived for rider members). You keep 100% of your fare.
8
Post rides & coordinate with riders. Multi‑stop rides supported.
9
Start driving and track trips in the app.