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How It Works

Simple, fast, and transparent. Find your perfect match in minutes.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 For Families

Find the perfect au pair in 3 simple steps

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Create Your Profile

Sign up and tell us about your family, children, and what you're looking for. Takes less than 5 minutes.

2

Browse & Filter

Search through approved au pair profiles. Filter by location, experience, driver's license, languages, and more.

3

Contact & Connect

Choose a subscription plan, then message as many au pairs as you like. Arrange interviews and make your match!

Au pair playing with happy children

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 For Au Pairs

Get discovered by families in 3 simple steps

1

Create Your Profile

Sign up for free and complete your profile with your experience, qualifications, and a photo.

2

Get Reviewed

Our team reviews your profile to ensure quality. Most profiles are approved within 24 hours.

3

Connect with Families

Receive contact requests from interested families. Chat, arrange interviews, and find your perfect match!

Why Choose AuPairly?

Vetted Profiles

All au pair profiles are reviewed by our team before going live, ensuring quality and safety.

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Affordable

Traditional agencies charge R3000-R8000+. With AuPairly, pay only R199-R299 for full access.

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Advanced Search

Filter by location, experience, driver's license, languages, child age preferences, and more.

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Mobile-Friendly

Unlike outdated competitor sites, AuPairly works beautifully on your phone, tablet, or computer.

Fast Matching

No waiting for agency callbacks. Contact au pairs instantly and arrange interviews on your schedule.

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Local Focus

Built specifically for South African families and au pairs. No visa complications or cultural exchange programs.

AuPairly vs Traditional Au Pair Agencies

An au pair is a live-in or part-time childcare provider who works with a family in exchange for accommodation, meals, and a stipend. In South Africa, families typically find au pairs through agencies or online platforms.

AuPairlyTraditional Agency
Cost to familiesR199–R299R3,000–R8,000+
Cost to au pairsFreeOften R500+
Time to first matchSame day1–4 weeks
Profile browsingUnlimited, self-serviceAgency selects for you
Direct messaging✗ (goes via agency)
Profile review✓ (within 24 hours)
Mobile-friendlyVaries

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