The Privacy Policy explains how user data is collected, used, and protected.
2.1 Data Collection and Use
• Sitters on the Go collects data, including usernames, contact details, payment information, and background check results, for account setup, profile verification, and platform improvements.
• Cookies are used to enhance site functionality and gather analytics.
2.2 Data Retention and Security
• User data will be retained only as long as necessary for operations or legal requirements.
• Sitters on the Go employs encryption and other measures to secure user information but cannot guarantee complete security.
2.3 Data Breach Notification
• In the event of a data breach, users will be promptly notified as required by law.
2.4 User Rights
• Users may access, modify, or request deletion of their data by contacting customer support.
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3. Liability Waiver and Disclaimer
The Liability Waiver and Disclaimer section establishes the boundaries of Sitters on the Go's responsibilities and mitigates potential legal risks.
3.1 Platform Role Disclaimer
• Sitters on the Go is a listing platform that connects parents and sitters. The platform does not directly employ sitters, nor does it supervise, control, or endorse any sitter’s qualifications, actions, or omissions.
• Sitters on the Go facilitates sitter discovery, profile verification (including optional background checks), and communication but is not a party to agreements between parents and sitters.
3.2 Background Check and Screening Disclaimer
• While Sitters on the Go offers background checks as a service, these checks are limited in scope based on third-party provider capabilities. Parents are responsible for conducting further due diligence, such as interviews, reference checks, and in-person meetings, to determine sitter suitability.
3.3 Assumption of Risk
• Users acknowledge that childcare arrangements inherently involve risks, including but not limited to physical injuries, property damage, or disagreements. Parents and sitters agree to assume full responsibility for these risks when entering into agreements with each other.
3.4 Limitation of Liability
• Sitters on the Go, its owners, employees, and affiliates, are not liable for:
1. Injuries, damages, or losses resulting from any interaction between parents and sitters.
2. Misrepresentation, negligence, or misconduct by sitters or parents.
3. Any dispute arising from payment agreements, cancellations, or the performance of childcare duties.
4. Service interruptions, technical errors, or delays caused by platform outages.
3.5 Indemnification Clause
• Users agree to indemnify and hold harmless Sitters on the Go, its owners, employees, and affiliates, from any claims, lawsuits, damages, or costs (including reasonable attorney fees) arising from their use of the platform, including:
o Injuries or damage occurring during childcare services.
o Disputes or disagreements between sitters and parents.
o Allegations of breach of contract or negligence.
3.6 Waiver of Liability
• By using Sitters on the Go, users waive the right to:
o Hold the platform responsible for injuries, losses, or damages caused by sitter-parent interactions.
o File claims against Sitters on the Go for issues related to sitter qualifications, performance, or background checks.
3.7 Insurance and Liability
• Sitters on the Go does not provide insurance coverage for users. Parents and sitters are responsible for securing their own liability or childcare insurance.
• Sitters on the Go strongly encourages parents and sitters to discuss expectations, safety protocols, and emergency plans before entering into an agreement.
3.8 Emergency Policy and Reporting
• In case of emergencies (e.g., medical incidents or accidents during childcare), parents and sitters are advised to contact the appropriate authorities or medical personnel immediately. Sitters on the Go is not liable for emergency situations.
• Users may report issues related to sitter performance or parent conduct to the platform for investigation, but Sitters on the Go does not guarantee resolution or intervention in disputes.
3.9 Dispute Resolution
• Sitters on the Go is not obligated to mediate disputes between parents and sitters. Any disagreements must be resolved directly between the parties involved.
3.10 Acknowledgment of Terms
• By signing this agreement, users (parents and sitters) acknowledge that they:
o Have read and understood the liability waiver and disclaimer.
o Accept the inherent risks associated with using the Sitters on the Go platform.
o Agree not to hold Sitters on the Go responsible for any disputes, damages, or liabilities arising from their use of the platform.