Privacy and Data Protection Policy

Little Sprouts Nanny Agency

1. Our Commitment to Transparency and Privacy

At Little Sprouts Nanny Agency, we are committed to safeguarding your personal data and maintaining transparency in how we collect, use, and store your information. We operate in accordance with the Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) and, where applicable, the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

2. Data Controller Information

Data Controller:
The Little Sprouts Nanny Agency
Sole Proprietorship of Anastasija Lumpova
Switzerland
📧 info@thelittlesproutsnanny.agency
📞 +41 78 339 39 33

3. What Data We Collect

We collect personal data only to the extent necessary to deliver our services. This may include:

  • Full names of clients and candidates

  • Contact details (email address, phone number, physical address)

  • Family structure, childcare preferences, and scheduling needs

  • CVs, references, certificates, and availability of nanny candidates

  • Communication records (emails, call logs)

4. Purpose of Data Processing

We use your data exclusively for:

  • Nanny-family matchmaking

  • Service provision and communication

  • Contract preparation and invoicing

  • Legal compliance and record-keeping

  • Website optimization and analytics (via cookies)

We do not sell, rent, or share personal data with third parties unless required by law or with your express consent.

5. Lawful Basis for Processing

Processing of personal data is based on the following lawful bases:

  • Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR; Art. 6(6) FADP)

  • Contractual necessity (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR)

  • Legal obligation (Art. 6(1)(c) GDPR; Art. 31 FADP)

  • Legitimate interest (e.g., ensuring quality of service and fraud prevention)

6. Data Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data:

  • Secure storage (password-protected cloud systems, local encrypted devices)

  • Access limited to authorized personnel

  • Data minimization and regular reviews

  • Regular backup and data loss prevention protocols

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary:

  • For service provision and legal requirements

  • For up to 10 years, as required by Swiss accounting and commercial law

  • You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal retention duties

8. Your Rights Under Swiss FADP and GDPR

You have the following rights:

  • Access: Know what data we hold about you

  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data

  • Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data

  • Restriction: Limit how we process your data

  • Objection: Object to data processing based on legitimate interest

  • Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured format (GDPR only)

  • Lodge a complaint with the Federal Data Protection and Information Commissioner (FDPIC) or, if applicable, an EU supervisory authority

To exercise your rights, contact us at:
📧 info@thelittlesproutsnanny.agency

9. Cookies and Website Analytics

We use cookies to enhance your website experience.

  • Functional cookies help operate the site properly

  • Analytics cookies track how users interact with the website (Google Analytics)

  • A cookie banner appears upon your first visit to allow you to manage preferences

You may disable cookies through your browser settings at any time.

10. Data Transfers

We do not transfer your data outside Switzerland or the EEA unless necessary and with adequate safeguards (e.g., standard contractual clauses under GDPR).

11. Policy Availability and Updates

  • This policy is available via a permanent footer link on our website.

  • Material changes will be announced prominently on the homepage.

  • We encourage you to review this page periodically for updates.

12. Contact and Complaints

If you have concerns about how your data is handled, please contact:

Anastasija Lumpova
📧 info@thelittlesproutsnanny.agency
📞 +41 78 339 39 33