How does Braid work?

Set up your pool

Set up your pool

For example, “Weekly Spending Money for Macy” 

Contribute an allowance

Contribute an allowance

Add funds to the pool as frequently as you need

Spend directly from the pool

Spend directly from the pool

No need to transfer or reimburse money to the caretaker. They can spend directly from the pool

A dedicated place for the babysitter or nanny’s spending money

Invite your partner and babysitter

Your partner can help manage the pool with you. The caretaker can spend using the Braid debit card and check the balance

See when caretakers spend

Instant notifications show when they spend money on transit passes, museum admission, meals, etc. 

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Braid is Safe and Secure

We use best-in-class security and compliance practices to keep your money safe and your personal data private.

All payment and personal information are encrypted end-to-end using SSL 256-bit encryption.

Get spending notifications from your pools, and freeze your debit card anytime in the app.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Braid work?
How do I give spending money to my babysitter or nanny?
How can I make sure the babysitter stays within budget?
What is the Braid debit card?
Does Braid run a credit check?
Can I add or remove a caretaker?
Is Braid free?