Questions about The Courier Freeway Alliance
Why was The Courier Freeway Alliance set up?
The Courier Freeway Alliance was set up to promote the use of free courier sites, and to give couriers confidence that our member sites are reputable and above-board.
Who is behind The Courier Freeway Alliance?
The Courier Freeway Alliance is run jointly by the owners of all the member sites. See the 'sites' page for more information.
When was The Courier Freeway Alliance set up?
The Courier Freeway Alliance was set up in September 2006.
How do free sites make a profit?
Free sites generally have low overheads and do not need to generate high incomes. They get their income mostly from advertising, referral schemes or sponsorship. Some free sites sell additional premium services to members.
Are free sites as good as pay sites?
The owners of Courier Freeway sites are committed to providing a professional standard of service to couriers to compete with the best of the pay sites. Free sites generally offer email support and help to members.
What can I expect from a Courier Freeway site?
You can expect a Courier Freeway site to provide all or most of its services completely free, to treat you as a valuable customer, and to look after any personal information you may give it. For a full description of our code of practice see the 'code' page.
How can I be sure a Courier Freeway site is reputable?
All member sites are checked to ensure they are owned and run by genuine people who will run them as legitimate services.
How can I complain about a Courier Freeway site?
If you believe a Courier Freeway site does not meet our code of practice please use the 'contact' page to tell us about it.
Can I join The Courier Freeway Alliance?
If you own or manage a site which is free to couriers, you can apply to join The Courier Freeway Alliance using the 'contact' page.