Sitter Payments
Understand how payments work for paid sits and how to set up your payout account.
Types of Sits
Paid Sits
Some hosts offer payment for pet sitting on top of free accommodation.
- Daily rate is set by the host
- A service fee is deducted from paid care
- Your net care payment is shown before confirming
- Payment is released after the sit ends
Free Exchange Sits
Most sits are free exchanges - you get free accommodation in exchange for pet care.
- No payment changes hands between host and sitter
- Any applicable booking fee is shown before confirming
- Great way to travel and build reviews
- Most common type of sit on SitterRight
Payment Breakdown
Here's how payment works for a paid sit with a $100/day rate:
For a 7-day sit at $100/day, you would receive $595.00 after the 15% service fee. This example excludes booking fees and any other separately disclosed charges. Existing bookings retain their recorded amounts.
Setting Up Payouts
To receive payments for paid sits, you need to connect a payout account. We use Stripe for secure, fast payments.
Go to Wallet
Navigate to Settings → Wallet → Payouts from your dashboard.
Connect with Stripe
Click 'Connect with Stripe' to set up your payout account. Stripe is our secure payment partner.
Verify Your Identity
Complete Stripe's identity verification. This is required by law for receiving payments.
Add Bank Details
Enter your bank account or debit card details where you'd like to receive payouts.
Confirmation
Once approved, you'll see a green 'Connected' status and you're ready to receive payments.
Payout Timeline
Here's what happens after you complete a paid sit:
Sit Ends
Your payment becomes available for processing
Processing
SitterRight initiates the payout to Stripe (1-2 business days)
In Transit
Stripe transfers funds to your bank (2-5 business days)
Received
Funds appear in your bank account
Note: Total time from sit completion to funds in your account is typically 3-7 business days.
Tracking Your Earnings
View and track all your earnings in one place:
- 1Open Earnings from your dashboard menu
- 2Review your earnings, payouts, and payment activity
- 3See pending, processing, and completed payouts
- 4Download statements for tax purposes
Frequently Asked Questions
When do I get paid for a paid sit?
Payments are released after the sit ends. The host's payment is held securely during the sit and released to you once you've completed your responsibilities.
What is the service fee?
SitterRight deducts a service fee from paid care. The applicable rate and your net care payment are shown before confirming. This fee is separate from platform booking fees and background checks.
Can I see my earnings history?
Yes! Open Earnings from your dashboard menu to view earnings history, pending payouts, and completed payouts.
What if a payment fails?
If a payout fails (usually due to incorrect bank details), you'll be notified and can update your payout information. The payment will be retried automatically.
Do I need to pay taxes on my earnings?
Yes, you're responsible for reporting your earnings and paying applicable taxes. SitterRight may provide tax documents if required by your jurisdiction.
What currencies are supported?
Payouts are made in your local currency. Stripe handles currency conversion automatically if the host paid in a different currency.