# Book A Ride

> Get affordable, timely rides on demand.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.bookride.passenger](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.bookride.passenger)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.bookride.passenger`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Express Trucking & Courier Inc
- **Category:** TRAVEL\_AND\_LOCAL
- **Downloads:** 27,158
- **Rating:** 4.50 / 5 (509 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.6.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-06-18
- **First published:** 2021-12-09
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 94 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-17
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bookride.passenger)
- **Website:** [https://bookaridegy.com/](https://bookaridegy.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://bookaridegy.com/terms-conditions/](https://bookaridegy.com/terms-conditions/)

## Description

Book A Ride is a reliable and affordable ride-sharing Chrome extension designed to provide safe, timely transportation. With competitive rates often lower than traditional taxis, it delivers a seamless booking experience right from your device. Key features include live tracking, allowing users to view their car's ETA and share travel locations with friends or family for enhanced safety.

The extension offers easy accessibility to book rides from nearly anywhere, eliminating the need to flag down taxis or wait unnecessarily. Users can select their preferred vehicle type to personalize their journey. Additionally, Book A Ride embraces modern convenience by supporting cashless payment methods through debit, credit cards, or online services like PayPal—providing a hassle-free ride payment experience. This extension represents a safer, smarter alternative for daily commuting needs.

## Rankings

- #386,141 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.CALL_PHONE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.POST_PROMOTED_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_CONTACTS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.android.alarm.permission.SET_ALARM`
- `com.bookride.passenger.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`

## Review summary

Users appreciate Book A Ride for its reliable, polite drivers, real-time tracking, and safety features, making it a preferred ride-sharing option in Guyana. However, multiple reviews note significant issues with app stability, particularly freezing during sign-up and ride-booking processes, leading to frustration. Pricing has reportedly increased substantially, and occasional long wait times and cancellations affect user experience. Customer service is responsive but can be slow. Overall, while the service quality is praised, app reliability and pricing are major concerns for users.

### Pros

- Reliable and prompt drivers with courteous and professional service
- Real-time tracking feature that allows users to see their driver's location and estimated arrival time
- Safety and security when transporting family members, especially children
- Reasonable and often competitive pricing compared to traditional taxis
- User-friendly app interface (when functional)

### Cons

- App frequently glitches or freezes, often at key points like sign-up and OTP verification
- Long wait times and issues with ride availability leading to canceled or delayed rides
- Sharp increase in prices reported by users over recent months
- Customer service can be slow, although they do follow up when rides are unavailable
- App updates have sometimes made the app less stable or caused blank screens

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.bookride.passenger)
