KakaoTaxi is a Korean taxi-calling service app launched by KakaoCorp on March 31, 2015 that connects users who need a ride to taxi drivers.
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Operation
The app requires a Kakao account based on an email address and password. Personal information is collected and stored. The app facilitates connecting the user to the nearest driver in the surrounding area. All KakaoTaxi drivers are licensed taxi operators.
Privacy
The user location is shared with the taxi driver. The user’s information remains private, the driver can see only the pickup location. The app masks the user’s phone number with a one-time generated number to ensure privacy.
The passenger receives the driver’s photo, name, car model and license plate number. The app provides notification of the trip time and estimated arrival. KakaoTaxi is Android- and iOS-compatible.
Payment
The payment method is cash, credit/debit card or one of the many transportation cards used in Korea.