Terms of Service

Effective Date: January 1, 2025

Last Updated: January 1, 2025

Table of Contents

1. Acceptance of Terms

By downloading, installing, or using the Passenger.ie mobile application ("App," "Service," "we," "our," or "us"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the App.

These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Passenger.ie regarding your use of the App.

2. Description of Service

Passenger.ie is a mobile application designed to assist Irish Rail Free Travel Pass holders in booking train tickets through Irish Rail's booking system. The App provides:

3. Eligibility

To use Passenger.ie, you must:

4. Account and Registration

4.1 User Information

You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during the booking process. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your booking information and for all activities that occur using your information.

4.2 Free Travel Pass Requirement

The App is exclusively for Irish Rail Free Travel Pass holders. By using the App, you confirm that you possess a valid Free Travel Pass and are entitled to its benefits.

5. Use of Service

5.1 Permitted Use

You may use Passenger.ie solely for:

5.2 Prohibited Use

You agree NOT to:

6. Third-Party Services

6.1 Irish Rail Services

Passenger.ie facilitates bookings through Irish Rail's systems. Your actual train travel is governed by Irish Rail's terms and conditions. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Irish Rail.

6.2 Disclaimer

7. Booking and Cancellation

7.1 Booking Confirmation

Bookings are confirmed only when you receive a confirmation email with your ticket from Irish Rail. We are not responsible for failed bookings due to:

7.2 Modifications and Cancellations

Any changes or cancellations to bookings must be made directly with Irish Rail according to their policies. The App does not currently support booking modifications or cancellations.

7.3 Accuracy of Information

You are responsible for ensuring all booking information is accurate, including:

8. Fees and Payments

8.1 App Usage

Passenger.ie is free to download and use. We do not charge any fees for using the App to book tickets.

8.2 Travel Costs

While Free Travel Pass holders travel free on Irish Rail services, any additional costs (such as seat reservations, upgrades, or companion tickets) are your responsibility and subject to Irish Rail's pricing.

9. Intellectual Property

9.1 Ownership

All content, features, and functionality of the App, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, icons, images, and software, are the exclusive property of Passenger.ie and are protected by international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

9.2 License to Use

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to use the App for personal, non-commercial purposes in accordance with these Terms.

10. Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of the App is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using the App, you consent to our collection and use of your information as described in the Privacy Policy.

11. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

11.1 "As Is" Basis

THE APP IS PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, NON-INFRINGEMENT, OR ACCURACY.

11.2 No Guarantee

We do not guarantee that:

11.3 Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, PASSENGER.IE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

11.4 Maximum Liability

Our total liability to you for any claims arising from or related to these Terms or your use of the App shall not exceed €100.

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Passenger.ie, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, including reasonable attorney's fees, arising from:

13. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of any material changes by:

Your continued use of the App after such modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

14. Termination

14.1 By You

You may stop using the App at any time by uninstalling it from your device.

14.2 By Us

We may suspend or terminate your access to the App immediately, without prior notice, if:

14.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination, all licenses and rights granted to you will immediately cease.

15. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

15.1 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of Ireland, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

15.2 Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the App shall be resolved through:

15.3 Jurisdiction

You consent to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Ireland for any legal proceedings.

16. General Provisions

16.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Passenger.ie regarding the App.

16.2 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

16.3 Waiver

No waiver of any term or condition shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or any other term.

16.4 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your rights under them without our prior written consent.

16.5 Force Majeure

We shall not be liable for any failure to perform our obligations due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control.

17. Contact Information

For questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us at:

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

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

18. Special Provisions for App Store

18.1 Apple App Store

If you download the App from the Apple App Store, you acknowledge that:

By using Passenger.ie, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.