How TSA LineSitter Works

Skip hours of waiting in TSA security lines. Our vetted line sitters hold your spot so you can spend your time the way you want.

For Travelers

Book a line sitter in minutes. Track their progress. Walk straight to the front.

1. Search & Book

Enter your airport, terminal, and flight time. Browse available line sitters, compare ratings, hourly rates, and estimated wait times. Book your sitter instantly with secure Stripe payment.

See real-time estimated wait times for your terminal
Filter sitters by rating, price, and availability
Pay securely — funds are held until the job is complete
Receive instant booking confirmation via email

2. Track in Real Time

Once your sitter arrives at the TSA checkpoint, you will receive email updates as they progress through the line. Know exactly when it is time to head to the checkpoint.

Email notifications when your sitter checks in at the airport
Live position updates as they move through the line
Estimated time remaining so you can plan accordingly
Direct messaging with your sitter if you need to coordinate

3. QR Code Handoff

When your sitter is near the front of the line, you will receive a notification to head over. Verify your sitter with a unique QR code, step into their spot, and breeze through security.

Unique QR code generated for each booking
Scan to verify your sitter's identity and confirm the handoff
Your sitter's profile photo ensures you find the right person
Smooth transition — no awkward explanations needed

4. Rate & Go

After you are through security, rate your sitter and head to your gate. Payment is automatically released to your sitter. It is that simple.

Leave a star rating and optional review
Payment released automatically after successful handoff
Dispute resolution available if anything goes wrong
Booking history saved in your account for easy rebooking

For Line Sitters

Earn money on your schedule by waiting in TSA lines for travelers.

1. Sign Up & Get Verified

Create your sitter profile, upload a photo, and complete our verification process. Once approved, you can start accepting jobs at your preferred airports.

Quick sign-up with email and phone verification
Upload a clear profile photo for traveler identification
Complete background check through our trusted partner
Set your availability and preferred airport terminals

2. Accept Jobs

Receive job notifications for airports and times that match your availability. Accept jobs that work for your schedule and head to the airport to start waiting.

Get push and email notifications for new job requests
See estimated wait times and earnings before accepting
Check in at the airport to start your timer
Provide email updates to your traveler as you progress

3. Get Paid

After a successful handoff confirmed by QR code scan, payment is released to your Stripe account. Cash out instantly or on a regular schedule.

Set your own hourly rate between $25 and $100
Payment released immediately after QR code confirmation
Instant payouts available via Stripe Express
Track your earnings, jobs, and ratings in your dashboard

Safety & Verification

Your safety is our top priority. Every interaction is verified, tracked, and secured.

Identity Verification

Every sitter completes identity verification and a background check before they can accept jobs. Travelers verify through phone and email.

QR Code Confirmation

Each booking generates a unique, time-limited QR code. Both parties must scan to confirm the handoff, preventing fraud and ensuring accountability.

Email Tracking

Real-time email updates powered by Resend keep travelers informed. Know exactly where your sitter is in line and when to head to the checkpoint.

Secure Payments

All payments are processed through Stripe. Funds are held securely until the handoff is confirmed, protecting both travelers and sitters.

Ratings & Reviews

Our two-way rating system builds trust and accountability. Sitters with consistently low ratings are removed from the platform.

Airport-Specific Matching

Sitters are matched to specific airports and terminals they know well, ensuring efficient navigation and accurate wait time estimates.

Ready to Skip the Line?

Join thousands of travelers who are reclaiming their time. Sign up today and never wait in a TSA line again.

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