Babysitterdirectory understands the importance of privacy to you. Babysitterdirectory has adopted this Privacy Policy as it recognises the right of this community to keep their personal information private.

This Privacy Policy covers Babysitterdirectory's privacy of information provided by users of our service. Therefore, in accordance with the National Privacy Principles outlined in the Privacy Amendment (Private Sector) Act 2000 we have set up the following policy guidelines.

Why we collect & hold information:

We will primarily hold personal information to assist Parents, babysitters and nannies to search for and find each other. We may also hold information for client and business relationship management and for marketing purposes.

The information we collect:

We may collect information about you, such as your name, contact details, skills, qualifications, nationality, languages spoken, professional association memberships or accreditations, interests and your employment history and past responsibilities. We may also collect this and other types of personal or company information during the course of dealing with you.

Where practicable, the purpose for which we collect personal information and the consequences of not providing it will be made clear at the time of collection.

Users who are not registered with Babysitterdirectory can visit our website without revealing who they are or other personal information. If you provide us with personal information through registering on the Babysitterdirectory website we may log your usage of the site for the purposes below.

Use of your information:

We will not use your personal information for any other purpose without first seeking your consent, unless authorised or required by law.

1. to establish and maintain your relationship as a website user or client, including providing you with employment and resource opportunities, newsletters, reports and other information;
2. to provide the services you have requested from Babysitterdirectory
3. to answer your inquiry;
4. to register you for events, promotions or competitions;
5. to assist us to make Babysitterdirectory's services more valuable to our clients and candidates;
6. for direct marketing of products or services and to keep you informed of new developments we believe may be of interest to you. If we contact you in this way without obtaining your prior consent, we will provide you with the opportunity to decline any further marketing communications;
7. to third parties who provide services to us such as consultants and freelancers.

Access to your information:

Registered users can sign in and access their information anytime. This information can be viewed, updated, or deleted at any time. Individuals are able to exercise their rights as outlined in the Privacy Act when relating to information recorded and stored by Babysitterdirectory. However, access may be refused in those situations where it would impact on the privacy rights of other persons or breaches any confidentiality agreement relating to that information. If at any time your details change or you would like to access any personal information we have collected about you, our Privacy Officer will be able to assist you.

Security:

We will take reasonable steps to keep secure any personal information which we hold and to keep this information accurate and up to date. Personal information is stored in a secure server or secure files. The Internet is not always a secure method of transmitting information. Accordingly, Babysitterdirectory cannot accept responsibility for the security of information you send to or receive from us over the Internet or for any unauthorised access or use of that information.

Changes to this policy:

Babysitterdirectory may amend this Privacy Policy from time to time. We suggest that you visit our website regularly to keep up to date with any changes.

Contact us:

If you would like any further information, or have any queries, problems or complaints relating to Babysitterdirectory's Privacy Policy or our information handling practices in general, please contact our Privacy Officer:

Babysitterdirectory not only values your privacy we also strive to make your experience of the site as enjoyable and as safe as possible. Unfortunately there less than savory people out there who want to ruin the experience for everyone and take advantage of most peoples good will. These people can sometimes claim to be someone they are not. Protecting yourself online is common sense but some common sense tips to bear in mind include:

Anonymity

- Babysitters / nannies: Do not enter your address or home phone number into the section "Brief statement about yourself" when registering on the site. Only reveal these details to another user when you feel comfortable.

First meeting

- Consider arranging your first meeting with another user ideally in a public place - such as a cafe for example. Do not forget to tell a friend where you are going and if your plans change let them know.

- Take your phone so you can be contacted if need be.

Hassle

- If anyone is bothering you cease communication with them and contact us.