Help - Get paid safely
Getting booked and paid through Babysits is a safe and easy way to handle payments. No stress or uncomfortable money conversations with families, and you can always be sure you'll get paid once the booking is complete.
What you need to do
Before you can receive payments, you need to do two things:
Step 1: Provide your details
Platforms like Babysits are required by law to collect and report certain personal and income details to tax authorities. This includes your name, address, date of birth, and tax ID number.
Step 2: Add your bank details
You'll be securely redirected to Stripe, our trusted payment provider, to enter your bank information.
How payments work
After a booking is complete, your earnings are typically in your bank account within 3-8 days. It's safe, simple, and your information is always protected.
Frequently asked questions
Babysits is required by law to report income earned through our platform to tax authorities. Your tax ID number helps us identify you in that report. Your details are stored securely and only shared as required by law.
Use the address in the country where you are registered to pay taxes. If you are unsure where that is, we recommend checking with your local tax authority or a financial advisor.
Stripe is a certified, globally trusted payment provider. When you add your bank details, you are redirected to Stripe's secure environment so that your financial information is never stored directly on Babysits. This keeps your bank details safe and protected at all times.
When families book you through Babysits, they pay via our secure platform and you receive your earnings after completing the job. If anything goes wrong, our support team steps in to help. Your payment is always secure, no matter what.
After successfully completing the babysitting appointment, you will receive the payment within 3-8 days. You will receive an email with the day we estimate the payment will be transferred. You can also check the payment on the bookings page.
Our booking system requires users to be at least 18 years old due to legal regulations governing financial transactions and contracts. If you're under 18, you can still use Babysits to connect with families, but payment and scheduling arrangements will need to be made directly with them. We encourage younger sitters to involve a parent or guardian when making these arrangements for added security. We're continuously working to make our platform safe for all users while complying with legal requirements.
Yes, everyone who earns money is required to report it to their tax authorities. Most members earn below the threshold for paying taxes, so while you still need to report your income, you may not owe anything. Tax rules vary depending on where you live. For more information about taxes, visit your local tax authority’s website.
No, your earnings on Babysits stay the same. Babysits does not withhold any money.
Your personal details are encrypted and stored securely. Babysits only shares your information with tax authorities as required by law and never sells your data to third parties.