Getting Started
What is Rivian Roamer?
Rivian Roamer is the independent, community-driven companion for your Rivian vehicle. We track software updates, charging performance, and vehicle insights to help you get the most from your Rivian. Built by Rivian owners, for Rivian owners. Not affiliated with Rivian Automotive.
What features does Rivian Roamer offer?
For everyone (no account required):
- Browse available inventory
- View software update release notes
- Search charging station locations
- Access community resources
Free with linked Rivian account:
- Live vehicle status and telemetry
- Software update notifications
- Vehicle configuration details
- Vehicle birthday emails
Roamer Plus ($4.99/month):
- Drive sessions with detailed maps
- Charging curves and efficiency analytics
- Unlimited historical data retention
- Advanced trip statistics
- Unlimited vehicles per account
How do I link my Rivian account?
Account linking is secure and straightforward:
- Click "Link Account" from your dashboard
- Enter your Rivian credentials (passed directly to Rivian, never stored)
- Complete 2FA if enabled on your account
- Rivian returns secure tokens that we store encrypted
Important: We never store your password. We use token-based authentication.
Is it safe to link my Rivian account?
What data do you collect from my account?
Can I use a secondary driver account?
Yes! For enhanced security, you can:
- Create a secondary driver account in your Rivian app
- Link that account to Rivian Roamer instead of your primary
- Revoke access anytime from the Rivian app
This gives you an extra layer of control over third-party access.
Features & Data
How are charging reliability scores calculated?
Can I delete my account?
Roamer Plus
What is Roamer Plus?
Will free features always stay free?
Can I cancel anytime?
What happens when I cancel?
What happens if my payment fails?
What happens to my data if I cancel?
Troubleshooting
My account won't link
Common solutions:
- Ensure you're using your Rivian account email, not Connect+ or other credentials
- Check that 2FA codes are entered quickly (they expire)
- Verify your account works in the official Rivian app first
My vehicle isn't showing up
Payment issues
For subscription payment problems:
- Update your payment method in Account Settings
- Check that your card hasn't expired
- Verify with your bank that charges aren't being blocked