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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:

  1. Click "Link Account" from your dashboard
  2. Enter your Rivian credentials (passed directly to Rivian, never stored)
  3. Complete 2FA if enabled on your account
  4. Rivian returns secure tokens that we store encrypted

Important: We never store your password. We use token-based authentication.

Read our complete account linking guide

Is it safe to link my Rivian account?

Yes, absolutely. Rivian Roamer's integration was built in coordination with Rivian. We never see or store your password — credentials are sent directly to Rivian's servers, and we only receive encrypted tokens in return. You can revoke access anytime through your Rivian app or by changing your password. Thousands of Rivian owners trust us with their vehicle data.

What data do you collect from my account?

We collect vehicle information, charging sessions, drive data, software versions, and basic telemetry. All data is used to provide insights and track patterns. We never share or sell your personal data. Read our privacy policy for complete details.

Can I use a secondary driver account?

Yes! For enhanced security, you can:

  1. Create a secondary driver account in your Rivian app
  2. Link that account to Rivian Roamer instead of your primary
  3. 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?

Scores are based on successful charging sessions, reported issues, and uptime data from the community. More recent reports are weighted higher than older ones.

Can I delete my account?

Yes, you can delete your account anytime from your profile settings. This will permanently remove all your data, including vehicle history, charging sessions, and drive data. Account deletion is immediate and cannot be undone.

Roamer Plus

What is Roamer Plus?

Roamer Plus is our paid tier for historical vehicle telematics, allowing you to track every mile, charge, and adventure. Learn more about Plus features.

Will free features always stay free?

Yes. Rivian Roamer seeks to provide maximum value for free. Plus features like historical data require more hosting costs and development effort.

Can I cancel anytime?

Yes. Self-service cancel anytime directly from your account. No "contact us" nonsense.

What happens when I cancel?

Your Plus access continues through the end of your current billing period — no immediate cutoff. You keep all Plus features until your subscription expires. We don't do prorated refunds, but you get what you paid for.

What happens if my payment fails?

Don't worry — we've got your back. You get a 14-day grace period to update your payment method. We'll send you friendly reminders, and your data continues collecting during this time. No sudden cutoffs.

What happens to my data if I cancel?

Your data isn't going anywhere. We keep everything safe for 6 months after cancellation, so you can come back anytime without missing a beat. Think of it as an extended vacation — your adventure history will be waiting for you.

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

If you're using a secondary account, ensure you've fully accepted the invite. You can confirm this by signing into your secondary account in the Rivian app — if you don't see the vehicle, you haven't accepted the invite. Otherwise, try unlinking and relinking your account. Some features require the vehicle to be driven or charged before data appears.

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