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How to use a shared bike

Shanghai's three major bike-sharing platforms are Hellobike, Meituan Bike, and Qingju Bike. 

The bikes are generally color-coded for easy identification: blue for Hellobike, yellow for Meituan Bike, and green for Qingju Bike.

Hellobike bikes can be rented through the Hellobike app or Alipay, Meituan Bike through the Meituan app, and Qingju Bike through the Didi Qingju app or Didi app.

There are two main ways to rent a shared bike. Users can first open the relevant app or mini program, locate available bikes on the map, and follow the navigation to find one nearby. Alternatively, they can find an available bike nearby, scan the QR code, and follow the on-screen instructions to unlock it.

Using Hellobike as an example, the process is as follows:

1. Open the Hellobike mini program in Alipay, or download the standalone Hellobike app. Register an account, link a payment method, and follow the on-screen instructions to activate the service.

2. On the homepage of the mini program or app, tap "Bike" to view nearby bicycles on a map, and then use the navigation function to locate your chosen bike.

3. Once you have located the correct bike, scan the QR code to unlock it and begin your ride.

Updated June 16, 2026

 

Sources: City News Service, Expat Guide: Work and live in Shanghai