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Re:Lyft’s algorithm is trying to block people with names lik... by andrewbarba on Saturday January 11, 2020 @04:29PM (#22022453)
A credit card is not required to use Lyft. You can use credit from gift cards or promo codes, as well as 1 time payment methods like Apple Pay which are completed at time of ride booking and do not expose names
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Re:Lyft’s algorithm is trying to block people with names lik... by JaRail on Sunday January 12, 2020 @11:44AM (#22027235)
Are you sure about that? I don't have Lyft where I live. But, about a year back, I was given a Lyft code for an interview. When I got the code, the instructions made it clear that I needed to register a credit card for liability. I had my account created with my personal credit card and redeemed the code. I thought I was good to go. When I got to the destination city and tried to order a ride at the airport, it said I needed to enter a SECOND credit card for verification. Unfortunately I traveled light and didn't a second card on me.
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Re:Lyft’s algorithm is trying to block people with names lik... by reaperducer on Saturday January 11, 2020 @07:39PM (#22023535)
To use Lyft, or to sign up? Using alternate payment methods makes sense once you sign up. I do it, too. But can you start a new account without a credit card?
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