Check any e-hailing vehicle against real safety reports from South African commuters like you.
Free to use · No card required · POPIA compliant
50K+
Rides Checked
10K+
Active Users
4.8★
User Rating
How It Works
When your ride arrives, open RydeSafe and snap a screenshot of your trip details - or type in the plate number.
We instantly match the vehicle against safety reports from thousands of South African commuters.
See the vehicle's safety score, past reports, and community trust rating. Make an informed decision before getting in.
Why RydeSafe
Whether you take an Uber, Bolt, or any e-hailing ride - RydeSafe gives you the information you need to travel safely.
Real reports from real commuters. See what others experienced with a vehicle before you ride.
Check any vehicle plate in seconds. Get a safety score based on community reports.
Get notified about safety incidents near you in real time. Stay informed, stay safe.
Set up trusted contacts who get alerted instantly when you trigger a panic alert during a ride.
Reports are verified against trip receipts. No fake reports - only genuine commuter experiences.
We do not store any PII. Your identity is never shared with drivers. Reports are anonymous. POPIA compliant.
Trusted By Commuters
“Checked my Uber before getting in and saw a warning from another commuter. Cancelled and got a different ride. So grateful for this app.”
Thandi M.
Johannesburg
“As a woman who takes rides late at night, this gives me peace of mind. I check every single ride now - it takes 5 seconds.”
Naledi K.
Cape Town
“My daughter uses e-hailing daily for varsity. I sleep better knowing she checks every ride on RydeSafe first.”
David P.
Durban
Pricing
Safety shouldn't have a paywall. Our free tier gives every commuter access to essential safety checks.
Free
R0
Forever free
Premium
R49/mo
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FAQ
Yes. Every commuter gets 10 free vehicle checks and 5 safety reports per month at no cost. Premium unlocks unlimited access for R49/month.
Simply enter the vehicle's license plate number or snap a screenshot of your ride booking. RydeSafe instantly checks it against safety reports from other commuters.
Absolutely. We do not store any personally identifiable information. Your reports are displayed anonymously. Your phone number and personal details are never shared with other users or drivers. We are fully POPIA compliant.
No. All reports are anonymous. Drivers can dispute reports through our Driver Dispute Portal, but they can never see who filed a report.
Not necessarily. It means no community reports have been submitted for that vehicle yet. Always use your own judgement and follow standard safety practices.
No. RydeSafe is an independent community safety platform. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or partnered with any e-hailing company.
Join thousands of South African commuters who check their rides before getting in.