How to Create a Taxi App: Requirements, Steps, and Benefits

The world of transportation is changing: passengers no longer want to wait on the street for a taxi—they prefer to request one from their smartphone with the confidence that it will arrive in minutes. Platforms like Uber, Didi, or InDriver have proven the potential of the market, but they’ve also shown that relying on third parties means high commissions and little control.

The good news is that today any taxi driver, entrepreneur, or investor can have their own taxi app. In this article, we explain what you need, how to build it, and the benefits of launching your own platform.

1. What Do You Need to Build a Taxi App?

Before diving into development, it’s important to understand the key elements that make this type of app work:

A passenger app to request rides and track them in real time.
A driver app to accept requests, navigate with GPS, and manage earnings.
An admin panel to manage users, fares, trips, and analytics.
Real-time geolocation integrated with maps.
Secure payment gateways to accept cards, digital wallets, or cash.
Driver and vehicle verification to ensure trust and safety.

With this technological foundation, your application will be ready to compete and grow.

2. How to Build a Taxi App from Scratch

Developing a taxi app involves several phases that go beyond coding:

Define your business model: decide whether your app will be for your own company, like Uber (with multiple drivers), or like InDriver (with fare negotiation).
Design the user experience (UI/UX): it must be intuitive and fast.
Build the mobile apps and admin panel.
Integrate maps and payment gateways.
Run pilot tests with passengers and drivers.
Publish the app on iOS and Android.

This process may sound complex, but with an experienced mobile app development team, it can be achieved in much shorter timelines than you might expect.

3. Benefits of Having Your Own Taxi App

Beyond the technology itself, the real value lies in what you gain as a taxi driver or business owner:

Independence from third parties: no abusive commissions.
Full control over fares and promotions.
Customer loyalty: your brand always present on their phone.
Scalability: start in your city and expand to other regions.
Access to your own data and analytics: make smarter business decisions.

In short, your own app transforms your taxi service into a competitive digital business.

4. Frequently Asked Questions

What is a taxi app? It’s software that connects passengers with drivers in real time, with features such as ride requests, live location tracking, payment, and ratings.

How can a taxi driver get a RUC in Peru? Taxi drivers can apply for a RUC (tax ID) as a sole proprietor through SUNAT (online or in person). This allows you to formalize your business and issue receipts.

How much can a taxi app earn in Peru? Earnings depend on the number of rides and the business model. With your own app, you eliminate third-party commissions, leading to greater profitability.

What is the average cost of an app? The cost varies depending on complexity and features. More than an expense, it’s a strategic investment that allows you to compete with major players in the market.

How much does it take to build an app like Uber? Uber-style apps require multiple modules (apps, admin panel, maps, payments, notifications). The important thing is that today you can start with a scalable solution, grow over time, and adapt to your market.

Conclusion

The future of transportation is digital. A taxi app of your own not only gives you independence but also the opportunity to grow, build customer loyalty, and increase your revenue.

At Indrox, we help taxi drivers, entrepreneurs, and investors create their own platforms—ready to compete in the market.

👉 Contact us and discover how to launch your own taxi app with technology tailored to your needs.

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