Question 1

What is Trysittr?

Accepted Answer

Trysittr is a platform connecting families with vetted high-school students for three services: babysitting, petsitting, and tutoring. Every student is school-approved and verified.

Question 2

Is Trysittr available in my area?

Accepted Answer

Trysittr is expanding across Canada. If your local school is partnered with us, students in your area will be available. Contact us to request coverage in your region.

Question 3

How much does Trysittr cost?

Accepted Answer

Trysittr is free to download and browse. You only pay when you book a service. Pricing is transparently displayed in CAD before you confirm any booking.

Question 4

How do I find a student helper?

Accepted Answer

Use the location-aware search to browse verified students near you. Filter by service type (babysitting, petsitting, tutoring), availability, and ratings to find the perfect match.

Question 5

Can I communicate with the student before booking?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Our secure in-app chat lets you discuss details, share instructions, and ask questions before confirming a booking - without sharing your personal phone number.

Question 6

What if I have a problem with a booking?

Accepted Answer

You can report any issues through the app. Our moderation team reviews every report promptly. You can also block a user and leave a review to help other families.

Question 7

How do I sign up as a student provider?

Accepted Answer

Download Trysittr, create your profile with OTP verification, and submit it for school approval. Once your school admin verifies you, you can start accepting bookings.

Question 8

How do I get paid?

Accepted Answer

Payments are processed through the app after each completed session. You can track all earnings in your dashboard and view your full transaction history.

Question 9

Can I use my hours for school credit?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! Trysittr tracks both volunteer and paid service hours. You can export them as a CSV file for school credit, college applications, or community service requirements.

Question 10

How do we partner with Trysittr?

Accepted Answer

Contact us through the demo request form. We'll set up a dedicated admin portal for your school and walk you through the onboarding process.

Question 11

What control do we have over student accounts?

Accepted Answer

Full control. You manage the verification queue, approve or reject student applications, monitor activity, review flagged content, and access comprehensive analytics.

Question 12

Can we customize the platform for our school?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You can set custom approval workflows, service guidelines, pricing parameters, and access detailed reports tailored to your institution's needs.

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