Dear UCSB Transportation Alternatives Program Commuters,

UCSB Transportation Alternatives Program has arranged a free carpool matching service for you at carpoolworld.com! We are very pleased to have you join us in commuting more efficiently and saving the environment while you save on your transportation expenses!

How does this program work?

Please click on the "CLICK HERE TO JOIN" button below to set up a personal account. You must use a valid email address. You will be asked to enter the location of your "Trip Origin" (where you live or where you wish to meet your carpool), you will then please select your desired destination from the list displayed. After you confirm your email account, you will be able to view your matches and contact the other commuters in your carpoolworld community by phone or email.

How do I know my privacy is being protected?

Please see our Safety, Privacy, and Terms of Use Agreement for carpoolworld.com's commitments, limitations, and advice concering safety and privacy. Carpoolworld.com strives to keep your information private and does not send spam. You have the option when you register if you wish to provide your telephone number or just use emails. Depending on your carpoolworld community setup, you may have the ability to choose to match with people outside your group, or only within the UCSB Transportation Alternatives Program group.

How easy is this system to use?

Once you have created your account, you are free to search the site for other commuters who want to carpool. You may search for those who live close to you, who have similar schedules, or who have similar driving preferences. If you are interested in carpooling with someone, simply click the provided link to send them an email, or call them if they provide a phone #, and from there you are free to make arrangements that suit you both. The site also includes advanced features to search for carpools and to display the matches on a map, as you wish.