Temporary passenger access
When Driving Mode is active, an eligible user can complete CertiRide’s passenger-certification process. A valid certification temporarily permits access that would otherwise be restricted by Driving Mode.
Passenger certification
Because sometimes the person holding the phone isn’t the driver.
Driving detection can determine that a phone is traveling in a vehicle, but a phone alone cannot always determine whether its user is actually behind the wheel. Passenger Certification provides temporary access for genuine passengers.
Certification lasts up to 90 minutes
Passenger Certification is temporary. A valid certification remains active for its designated period—currently up to 90 minutes—rather than permanently disabling driving protections.
Screen lock does not cancel it
A genuine passenger should not have to repeatedly certify because the screen turned off. A valid certification remains active through ordinary screen locking and unlocking for the remainder of its certification period.
Why certification exists
A permanent “I’m a passenger” switch would create an easy bypass for drivers. Passenger Certification is designed to provide a practical exception for legitimate passengers without becoming a permanent way to defeat Driving Mode.
Protection returns automatically
Passenger Certification does not permanently change protected-app settings. Once the certification is no longer valid, normal CertiRide driving protection applies again whenever driving conditions are detected.
Built for safety, not inconvenience.
CertiRide is a driver-distraction reduction aid. It is not a substitute for attentive driving, responsible device use, or compliance with applicable traffic laws.