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RYDO WalkMate
Feeling low? Take a walk. Meet someone. Feel connected. Book a WalkMate for your next 2 km walk. Walk together, talk freely, and enjoy the journey with RYDO.
Coming soon18+ only WalkMate isn’t available yet. Join the waitlist and we’ll tell you when it’s ready near you.
Why WalkMate
- Feeling lonely or having a difficult day? You don’t have to walk alone.
- Book a WalkMate for a short walk of around 2 km.
- Meet someone new, have a friendly conversation, and enjoy your walk.
- Take a break from your routine, get outside, and connect with people.
- Make everyday walks more social, enjoyable, and meaningful.
How it will work
- Choose WalkMate in the RYDO appPick a public meeting point, where you want to walk, and how long.
- See the price firstThe app shows what is included, the total price and the cancellation rules before you confirm.
- Meet in a public placeCheck your WalkMate’s verified profile, meet at the agreed spot and confirm the start in the app.
- Walk and talkWalk the agreed public route. Either of you can end the walk at any time.
Safety before launch
- Identity verificationEvery WalkMate is verified before they can accept walks, and customers verify their account too.
- Public meeting pointsWalks start and stay in public places on an agreed route.
- Report and blockBoth of you can end a walk, report a problem or block someone at any time.
- Emergency helpAn SOS button to call 112 and alert RYDO Support, and optional trip sharing with someone you trust.
WalkMate will be for adults (18+) during the pilot. Checks lower the risk but no check can guarantee safety. In an emergency, always call 112.
Read the WalkMate Privacy Policy and Service Rules.
What it is, and what it isn’t
- Friendly company and conversation on a walk of around 2 km
- In public places, on an agreed route
- A clear time limit and a price shown upfront
- Therapy, counselling or medical treatment
- A security guard or bodyguard service
- A dating service
- A replacement for emergency services: call 112
A note on how you feel
WalkMate is a friendly social walk. It is not a replacement for professional mental-health support, and a WalkMate is not a counsellor or therapist. If you are struggling, please talk to a doctor or someone you trust, or call Tele-MANAS, the free 24x7 national mental-health helpline, on 14416. In an emergency, call 112.
WalkMate packages
- Quick Walk₹89Up to 1 km or 15 minutes
- Standard Walk₹115Up to 2 km or 20 minutes
- Extended Chat₹149Up to 2 km or 25 minutes
- Longer Companion Time₹239Up to 2 km or 35 minutes
A walk ends at the distance or time limit, whichever comes first. The app shows the price of your package before you book, and that is the amount you pay.
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Questions
Is RYDO WalkMate available now?
Not yet. WalkMate is coming soon. Join the waitlist and we’ll tell you when it’s ready near you.
When will it launch?
We have not set a date. We will start with a small pilot after legal and safety checks are done.
Is WalkMate counselling or therapy?
No. WalkMate is friendly company for a walk. It does not replace professional mental-health support. If you are struggling, call Tele-MANAS on 14416 (free, 24x7) or talk to a doctor.
Who could use it?
Adults aged 18 or older, during the planned pilot.
Is a WalkMate a security guard?
No. A WalkMate walks with you for company and conversation. They are not a security service. In an emergency, call 112.
