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# Legal
Before you can complete registration, you must read and accept the Local Pass Driver Terms & Conditions. This agreement sets out the rules of operating on the platform, what Local Pass provides, and what's expected from you as a driver.
## How to Accept
The Terms & Conditions appear as a sheet that slides up from the bottom of the registration screen. You can open them by tapping the **Terms & Conditions** link on the sign-up screen.
Tap the **Terms & Conditions** link during registration. The agreement sheet opens automatically.
Scroll through the full text inside the box. Take your time — this is a legal agreement. You can scroll up and down freely within the text area.
Two buttons sit at the bottom of the sheet:
* **Accept** — saves your agreement, closes the sheet, and enables the **Confirm** button on the registration screen. A confirmation message appears at the bottom of the screen briefly.
* **Decline** — closes the sheet without saving. You cannot register without accepting the agreement.
The agreement is available in **English, Spanish, Ukrainian, Russian, Chinese, and Hindi**. Your phone's language setting determines which version is shown automatically. If you switch languages using the language selector on the registration screen, the agreement will display in your chosen language.
## Key Points in Plain Language
Below is a summary of the most important sections of the agreement. This is not a substitute for reading the full document — it's a quick reference for drivers.
### Your Status as a Driver
You work as an **independent contractor**, not as an employee of Local Pass. This means:
* You choose your own hours and can log off at any time
* Local Pass does not provide employment insurance, health benefits, or pension contributions
* You are responsible for filing your own taxes, including reporting income from deliveries
* You may be required to register for GST/HST depending on your annual earnings
### Insurance
* You must hold a **valid driver's licence** and current vehicle registration for any vehicle you use on the platform
* Standard personal auto insurance policies typically **do not cover commercial use** — you are responsible for obtaining the appropriate endorsement or policy
* Local Pass does **not** provide primary vehicle insurance during trips
* Foot and bicycle couriers are responsible for any liability coverage applicable in their area
### Your Responsibilities on the Platform
* Maintain an **acceptance rate of at least 80%** to remain in good standing
* Do not share your account credentials or let anyone else use your profile to accept orders
* Treat customers, restaurant staff, and other drivers respectfully at all times
* Provide accurate information during registration and keep your details up to date
### Location Data
By accepting the agreement, you confirm that you understand and consent to the following:
* Local Pass tracks your location **continuously while you are on shift**, including when the app is running in the background
* Your location is used to match you with nearby orders and to show customers a live map of your progress
* Location history may be retained for dispute resolution and earnings verification
* You can stop location tracking at any time by toggling your shift off
### Earnings and Wallet
* A **\$50 welcome credit** is added to your in-app wallet when your account is created
* Earnings from completed orders are credited to your wallet after each delivery
* Tips shown at the time of the offer reflect what the customer set before ordering. Additional tips added after delivery are processed separately and credited within 48 hours
* Local Pass may deduct amounts from your wallet for confirmed fraud, chargebacks, or damages following a dispute process
### Account Suspension and Termination
* Local Pass can suspend or permanently terminate your account for serious violations including fraud, harassment, repeated cancellations, or uploading false documents
* You can appeal a suspension within **14 days** of receiving notice by contacting support
* Any remaining wallet balance is paid out after the standard dispute hold period on termination
### Disputes
* Disputes between you and Local Pass are resolved through **binding arbitration**, not court action
* You waive the right to participate in class-action lawsuits
* Small claims court remains an option for claims within the applicable monetary limit in your province
* The agreement is governed by the laws of the **province you registered in**
## If the Agreement Is Updated
Local Pass occasionally updates the Terms & Conditions. When a significant change is made, you may be asked to review and re-accept the updated agreement when you next sign in. You cannot continue using the platform until you accept the new version.
Declining the Terms & Conditions means you cannot create or use a Local Pass driver account. There is no way to bypass this step.