THIS DOCUMENT IS AN ELECTRONIC RECORD IN TERMS OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ACT, 2000 AND RULES THEREUNDER AS APPLICABLE AND THE PROVISIONS PERTAINING TO ELECTRONIC RECORDS IN VARIOUS STATUTES AS AMENDED BY THE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ACT, 2000.
These Terms & Conditions ("Terms") constitute a binding agreement between you and Ritzy. They govern your access to and use of Ritzy's website, mobile application, and related services, including self-drive rentals and chauffeur-driven services (collectively, the "Ritzy Platform").
By clicking Accept, creating an account, making a booking, or using the Ritzy Platform, you agree to these Terms and the Privacy Policy, plus any city-specific fee schedules, product-level policies, and guidelines published on the Ritzy Platform (collectively, the "Policies").
If these Terms conflict with a Policy, these Terms prevail, except where privacy/consumer law mandates otherwise.
1. DEFINITIONS
1.1. Account: user account registered on the Ritzy Platform.
1.2. Booking: a confirmed order for a Vehicle or chauffeur service.
1.3. Customer/you: the individual creating an Account and/or making a Booking.
1.4. Driver: A trained driver engaged to drive the Customer's vehicle.
1.5. Operational Partner: independent third party engaged to fulfil services via the Ritzy Platform.
1.6. Ritzy Provided Service: a service fulfilled directly by Ritzy.
1.7. Partner Provided Service: a service fulfilled by an Operational Partner.
1.8. Vehicle: the motor vehicle owned, hired, or otherwise lawfully possessed by the Customer and handed over to the Driver for the Booking.
2. ELIGIBILITY & LEGAL CAPACITY
2.1. You must be 18 years or older, of sound mind and legally competent to contract under the Indian Contract Act, 1872.
2.2. If you accept these Terms on behalf of another person/entity, you represent that you have lawful authority to bind such person/entity, and that they accept these Terms.
2.3. Persons under 18 may not create an Account or book services. A minor may travel only as a passenger on a Booking made by a parent/legal guardian who assumes full responsibility and supervision.
You further agree to comply with all requirements under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, and state transport rules, including permits, taxation, and road safety norms.
3. REGISTRATION & ACCOUNT
3.1. You agree to provide true, accurate, current and complete information and to update it from time to time.
3.2. We may require KYC verification (e.g., DL, PAN, Aadhaar, Selfie match). Failure to complete/maintain KYC can lead to denial of service, suspension, or termination.
Personal data collected for KYC will be retained only for the period necessary to comply with legal obligations, in line with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023.
3.3. You may open only one Account tied to your own mobile/email/KYC. Multiple/alias Accounts are prohibited.
3.4. You are responsible to (a) download the correct Ritzy app from official app stores; (b) keep credentials confidential; (c) you are liable for all activity under your Account.
3.5. We may suspend/terminate your Account/access for policy violations, suspected fraud/misuse, chargebacks, abusive conduct, or as required by law. Outstanding dues and accrued rights survive.
4. BOOKING, PRICING & PAYMENT
4.1. Prices, taxes, fees, deposits, km/hour limits and other charges are displayed at the time of Booking and may vary by city, time and demand.
4.2. You authorize Ritzy to process payments through approved methods (UPI/cards/net banking/wallet). On payment failure or reversal, Ritzy may cancel/suspend the Booking and recover dues.
4.3. Tax invoices will be issued by Ritzy Mobility Private Limited (Ritzy Provided Services) or by the relevant Operational Partner (Partner Provided Services), as applicable.
4.4. Any in app wallet/credits are non-interest-bearing, non-transferable and may be subject to expiry. Unused cash top ups may be refunded to the original source subject to deduction of outstanding dues and applicable law.
4.5. You authorize Ritzy to set off outstanding amounts against deposits, wallet balances or future payouts/credits.
5. HANDOVER OF VEHICLE TO THE DRIVER
5.1. You must hand over the vehicle in roadworthy condition, with valid documents (RC, insurance, PUC) and adequate fuel.
5.2. You may, at your discretion, record photos or a video of the vehicle before handing it to the Driver.
5.3. Drivers may refuse to operate an unsafe or mechanically unsound vehicle.
5.4. Trip start and end times will be recorded through the Ritzy app.
6. USE & RESTRICTIONS
6.1. The Driver will operate your vehicle strictly for the duration and route of the Booking.
6.2. Prohibited uses: Illegal activities or unsafe routes, Transporting hazardous materials, Overloading passengers, Providing rides for hire/reward.
6.3. Drivers may decline Intoxicated passengers, Dangerous or unlawful instructions, Driving beyond the permitted seating capacity.
6.4. You must ensure your vehicle complies with all legal requirements under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988.
7. WAITING, TOLLS, PARKING & ROUTE
7.1. Chauffeurs wait for a grace period shown in app; waiting charges apply thereafter.
7.2. Unless stated otherwise, you bear tolls, parking, and state entry permits.
7.3. Chauffeurs may decline unsafe routes, unlawful requests or over-capacity travel.
8. EXTENSIONS, CANCELLATIONS & NO SHOWS
8.1. Extensions are subject to availability and billed at then applicable rates. Failure to extend yet returning late may attract late/overage fees.
8.2. You may cancel in app before start time. A cancellation/convenience fee may apply depending on the stage (post assignment, post arrival, etc.).
8.3. If you are unreachable or absent beyond the grace period, the trip may be marked No Show and minimum charges may apply.
8.4. City specific slabs for cancellation, no show and waiting are displayed in app and form part of these Terms.
9. INCIDENTS, INSURANCE, DAMAGE & LOSS
9.1. In case of accident, theft, fire, breakdown or damage, ensure safety; contact emergency services/police as required; notify Ritzy via in-app SOS/support; obtain FIR/spot survey where mandated.
9.2. Your vehicle's insurance applies. Ritzy does not provide insurance for customer vehicles.
9.3. The Driver is responsible for damage caused directly due to his proven driving negligence.
9.4. You are liable for pre-existing damage/loss/missing accessories, mechanical failures, insurance compliance and FIR/claim formalities (if applicable).
10. FINES, TOLLS & PERMITS
You are responsible for fines, challans, or legal obligations arising from Violations attributable to your vehicle, Missing/expired documents, Illegal modifications. If a challan is attributable to the Driver's clear driving error, Ritzy will assist in resolving it.
11. SAFETY & SOS
Drivers are trained in safe driving practices. Customers must not misuse the SOS feature. Ritzy may take appropriate action (including account suspension) for misuse, harassment, or abusive behaviour.
12. CONTENT, REVIEWS & ACCEPTABLE USE
You may submit ratings, reviews and feedback. You grant Ritzy a non-exclusive, royalty-free licence to use such content to operate and improve the service. Abusive, discriminatory, threatening, pornographic or unlawful content is prohibited.
13. PLATFORM LICENSE & PROHIBITED CONDUCT
Subject to these Terms, Ritzy grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to use the Ritzy Platform for personal, non-commercial purposes. You will not copy, reverse engineer, bypass security/OTP/geofences, upload malware, attempt unauthorized access, use bots or automated tools, engage in fraudulent bookings or use the Platform to send unsolicited communications.
14. PROMOTIONS, COUPONS & REFERRAL PROGRAMS
Promotional codes/credits are single use, non cashable and subject to expiry/terms. Ritzy may cancel/withhold benefits in case of suspected fraud/abuse or policy violation.
15. WARRANTIES & SERVICE DISCLAIMER
Services are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Ritzy disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, title and non infringement. We do not warrant uninterrupted, timely, secure or error free operation or immediate rectification of defects.
16. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Ritzy will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, exemplary or consequential damages (including loss of profits, revenue, data or goodwill). Subject to mandatory consumer law, Ritzy's aggregate liability for all claims in any 12 month period is limited to the lower of: (a) the total fees you paid for the affected Booking(s), or (b) INR 10,000. Nothing limits liability for death or personal injury caused by proven negligence, or for wilful misconduct.
Nothing in these Terms shall exclude or limit liability where such exclusion or limitation is not permitted under applicable consumer protection laws.
17. INDEMNIFICATION
You agree to indemnify, defend and hold harmless Ritzy, its affiliates, directors, employees and Operational Partners from all losses, claims, liabilities, fines, costs and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from: (a) your breach of these Terms/Policies; (b) violation of law or third party rights; (c) misuse of the Ritzy Platform; or (d) Incidents caused by your vehicle's defects. This does not require indemnification for Ritzy's wilful misconduct.
18. PRIVACY & DATA PROTECTION
Our collection and use of personal data is described in the Privacy Policy available on the Ritzy Platform. By using the Services, you acknowledge that you have read the Privacy Policy and consent to the processing described therein. Ritzy complies with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 and ensures that:
- Personal data is collected only for lawful purposes connected to service delivery,
- Data is retained only as long as required for those purposes or by law, and
- You may exercise rights of correction, erasure, and grievance redressal as described in the Privacy Policy.
Operational Partners receive personal data strictly to fulfil your Booking, under lawful basis and agreed safeguards.
19. CHANGES TO TERMS
We may update these Terms. Material changes will be notified in app/email with the effective date. Continued use after the effective date constitutes acceptance.
20. GOVERNING LAW & DISPUTE RESOLUTION (INDIA)
20.1. These Terms are governed by the laws of India.
20.2. Any dispute shall be finally resolved by arbitration under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 by a sole arbitrator jointly appointed by you and Ritzy. The seat and venue of arbitration shall be New Delhi, and proceedings shall be in English or Hindi.
20.3. Subject to arbitration, the courts at New Delhi shall have exclusive jurisdiction. This clause does not restrict your right, as a consumer, to approach the competent Consumer Commission or other statutory forum under applicable law.
21. NOTICES & COMMUNICATIONS
We may notify you via in app notifications, email/SMS to your registered details or by posting on the Ritzy Platform. Legal notices to Ritzy must be sent to [Legal Address/Email] with a copy to the Grievance Officer.
22. GENERAL
22.1. Severability: If any provision is invalid/unenforceable, it will be modified to the minimum extent necessary and the remainder will continue.
22.2. No Waiver: Failure to enforce any provision is not a waiver.
22.3. Assignment: You may not assign your rights without our prior written consent. We may assign to an affiliate or in connection with a merger/sale.
22.4. Force Majeure: Neither party is liable for delay/failure due to events beyond reasonable control (acts of God, strikes, epidemics, government restrictions or bans on transportation, network outages).
22.5. Entire Agreement: These Terms and the Policies are the entire agreement regarding the Services and supersede prior understandings.
22.6. Interpretation: Headings are for convenience only.