Effective Date: August 31, 2023

**1. Introduction**

Welcome to the Village Nanny family, as a member of our village, we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your data when you use our nanny and family matching app.

**2. Information We Collect**

a. **User-Provided Information:** We may collect personal information such as names, email addresses, phone numbers, and profile information that you voluntarily provide when you register, create a profile, perform a background check, or communicate with other users on our app.

b. **Automatically Collected Information:** We may collect certain information automatically, including device information, IP addresses, usage data, and app activity.

**3. How We Use Your Information**

We use your information for the following purposes:

a. To facilitate nanny and family matching services.

b. To improve our app and personalize your experience.

c. To communicate with you regarding app updates, promotions, and important information.

d. To enforce our Terms of Service and other policies.

e. To conduct background checks for caregivers wishing to become verified on our site. 

**4. Information Sharing and Disclosure**

We may share your information with:

a. Other users to facilitate nanny and family matching.

b. Service providers and partners who assist us in app functionality.

c. Legal authorities when required by law or to protect our rights and safety.

**5. Data Security**

We employ best practices in security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access and use.

**6. Your Choices**

You can manage your personal information through your app settings. You may also opt out of promotional emails.

**7. Children's Privacy**

Our app is not intended for users under 18. We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from users under this age.

**8. Changes to This Policy**

We may update this Privacy Policy. Please review it periodically for any changes.

**9. Contact Us**

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at Support@villagenanny.com.