Lime

Legal Name / Brand Names: Neutron Holdings, Inc.; Lime; formerly LimeBike
Founded: 2017
Headquarters: San Francisco, California, United States
Type: Private company
Categories: Micromobility; Scooter Sharing; Bike Sharing
Markets: More than 230 cities in nearly 30 countries
Parent: None

What is Lime?

Lime is a shared micromobility brand for short-term electric scooter and e-bike rentals booked through a mobile app. Users usually search Lime to check what the company is, where it operates, how its scooters and bikes are rented, and whether the brand is independent or part of a larger transport group. The business started in 2017 and has remained focused on app-based urban mobility rather than car rental or ride-hailing.

Lime products and services

Lime’s core offer is dockless short-term rental of electric scooters and electric bikes. Riders locate, unlock, pause, and end trips through the app, while cities work with Lime on local operating rules, parking standards, and fleet management. The company also runs Lime Access, its discounted access program for eligible riders, and has built sustainability and battery-recycling programs into its operating model.

Where does Lime operate?

Lime states that it operates on five continents and in nearly 30 countries. Its footprint spans city centers, university areas, and leisure districts, which makes it relevant to both commuting and visitor mobility. Because Lime’s vehicles are often used for first-mile and last-mile trips, the brand fits closely with glossary themes such as micromobility, bike sharing, and shared mobility.

Who owns Lime?

Lime is operated by Neutron Holdings, Inc., a Delaware company that does business as Lime. Official legal and imprint pages identify Neutron Holdings, Inc. as the contracting entity for U.S. rentals. No parent company is listed in current official materials.