Transporter Terms & Conditions

Transporters using the Hitch-N-Ride platform operate as independent contractors and are not employees, agents, or representatives of Hitch-N-Ride.

Hitch-N-Ride provides an online platform that connects livestock owners (“Shippers”) with independent livestock transporters (“Transporters”). Hitch-N-Ride does not employ, supervise, or control the services provided by Transporters.

Transporters are solely responsible for how they perform transportation services.

Transporters agree that they are solely responsible for maintaining all licenses, permits, and regulatory requirements necessary to transport livestock in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

By registering on the platform, the transporter affirms that they are legally permitted to perform the transportation services they offer.

Transporters may voluntarily submit documentation to verify identity, insurance, or other credentials.

Verification badges displayed on the platform indicate that documentation has been submitted and reviewed, but Hitch-N-Ride does not guarantee the accuracy, validity, or ongoing status of any documentation.

Shippers are encouraged to perform their own due diligence before contracting with a transporter.

Hitch-N-Ride may offer optional background screening services through third-party providers.

Completion of a background check does not constitute an endorsement or guarantee of conduct by Hitch-N-Ride.

Transporters agree to handle livestock in a safe, humane, and responsible manner in accordance with accepted animal welfare standards.

Hitch-N-Ride acts solely as a technology platform facilitating connections between Shippers and Transporters.

All agreements regarding transportation services are directly between the shipper and the transporter.

Transporters acknowledge that livestock transport carries inherent risks.

Hitch-N-Ride shall not be liable for any injury, illness, death, delay, escape, or loss of livestock occurring during transport.

Responsibility for livestock during transport rests solely with the transporter providing the service and the shipper contracting that service.

Transporters agree to conduct business on the platform in a professional and ethical manner.

Hitch-N-Ride reserves the right to suspend or remove accounts that violate these terms.

Registration on the platform does not guarantee shipment opportunities or income.

Transporters participate voluntarily and accept that job availability may vary.

By creating a transporter account on Hitch-N-Ride, the user acknowledges that they have read, understood, and agreed to these Transporter Terms & Conditions.

Hitch-N-Ride is not responsible for resolving disputes between shippers and transporters. Any disputes regarding service, payment, or animal condition must be resolved directly between the parties.

Transporters agree to indemnify and hold harmless Hitch-N-Ride from any claims, damages, or liabilities arising from services performed through the platform.