Content Rights & Disclaimer

Effective Date: January 1, 2025

Last Updated: June 10, 2026

Overview

This document clarifies the ownership of content, trademarks, and intellectual property associated with Passenger.ie and third-party services, particularly the national train operator, Iarnród Éireann.

It also disclaims any affiliation, endorsement, or sponsorship between Passenger.ie and the train operator.

Independent Service

Passenger.ie is an independent service and is NOT:

Affiliated with Iarnród Éireann
Endorsed by Iarnród Éireann
Sponsored by Iarnród Éireann
An official application or service of the train operator
Authorized or licensed by the train operator

Passenger.ie is a third-party convenience tool that assists users in booking train tickets through the train operator's publicly accessible booking system.

Train Operator Trademarks and Intellectual Property

All trademarks, service marks, trade names, logos, and other identifiers related to the national train operator are the exclusive property of Iarnród Éireann. This includes but is not limited to:

"Iarnród Éireann" trademark
"Irish Rail" trademark
The train operator's logos, symbols, and brand imagery
Station names and designations
Route maps and network designs

Passenger.ie does not claim any ownership, right, title, or interest in these trademarks or intellectual property. Any references to the train operator within the Passenger.ie app are purely informational and for the purpose of facilitating train bookings.

Train Schedule and Service Information

All train schedules, timetables, route information, and service data displayed in Passenger.ie are:

Sourced from the train operator's publicly accessible systems
Owned by Iarnród Éireann
Subject to change without notice by the train operator
Provided by Passenger.ie on an "as available" basis

Accuracy Disclaimer

While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, Passenger.ie:

Does not guarantee the accuracy of train schedules or availability
Is not responsible for changes made by the train operator to schedules, routes, or services
Recommends users verify critical travel information directly with the train operator

Users should always check the train operator's official sources for the most current information, especially for time-sensitive travel.

Passenger.ie Intellectual Property

The following are the exclusive property of Passenger.ie:

"Passenger.ie" name and branding
Passenger.ie logo and visual identity
App design, user interface, and user experience
Software code and algorithms
Original content created for the app (help text, tutorials, etc.)
Marketing materials and promotional content

Free Travel Pass

The Free Travel Pass is a program administered by the Irish Government's Department of Social Protection. Passenger.ie:

Is not affiliated with the Department of Social Protection
Does not issue, validate, or manage Free Travel Passes
Cannot make determinations about Free Travel Pass eligibility
Only facilitates free-travel bookings for existing, valid Free Travel Pass holders

Questions about Free Travel Pass eligibility or issuance should be directed to the Department of Social Protection.

Third-Party Links and Services

Passenger.ie may contain links to third-party websites or reference third-party services, including:

The train operator's official website
Department of Social Protection resources
Payment processors (Apple, Google, Stripe)

These third parties have their own terms of service, privacy policies, and intellectual property rights. Passenger.ie is not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of third-party websites or services.

Use of Public Data

Passenger.ie accesses publicly available information from the train operator's systems to provide its service. This includes:

Train schedules and timetables
Station information
Journey planning data
Booking functionality via public interfaces

This data is used solely for the purpose of facilitating train bookings on behalf of users. Passenger.ie does not claim ownership of this data and acknowledges the train operator's rights as the data owner.

Disclaimer of Warranties

Passenger.ie provides its service "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind. We specifically disclaim:

Accuracy: We do not guarantee that train schedules, availability, or other information is accurate or complete
Reliability: We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free service
Endorsement: References to the train operator or other third parties do not imply endorsement or partnership
Liability: We are not liable for issues arising from the train operator's services, schedules, or operations

For complete warranty disclaimers and limitations of liability, please see our Terms of Service.

Copyright Infringement Claims

Passenger.ie respects the intellectual property rights of others. If you believe that content in our app infringes your copyright or trademark rights, please contact us at:

Email: support@passenger.ie
Subject: Copyright Infringement Claim

Please include:

Description of the copyrighted work or trademark
Specific location of the allegedly infringing content
Your contact information
A statement of good faith belief that use is unauthorized
A statement that the information provided is accurate

User-Generated Content

Passenger.ie does not currently support user-generated content (reviews, comments, forums, etc.). All content within the app is either:

Created by Passenger.ie
Sourced from the train operator's public systems
Provided by users for their own booking purposes only

User booking data (names, travel dates, etc.) is used solely for ticket booking and is governed by our Privacy Policy.

Changes to This Statement

We may update this Content Rights & Disclaimer statement to reflect:

Changes in our service or features
Updates to intellectual property rights
Legal or regulatory requirements
Clarifications based on user feedback

The "Last Updated" date at the top indicates when changes were last made.

Contact Information

For questions about content rights, intellectual property, or this disclaimer, please contact:

Email: support@passenger.ie
Website: https://passenger.ie

Mailing Address:
Passenger.ie
Westport, Co. Mayo
Ireland

Official Train Operator Contact

For official information about train services, schedules, or policies, please contact the train operator directly:

Iarnród Éireann
Website: www.irishrail.ie
Phone: +353 1 836 6222
Address: Connolly Station, Amiens Street, Dublin 1, D01 V6V6, Ireland