Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to https://it-consulting-for-cpa-firms.storysurge.net (hereafter referred to as “IT Consulting for CPA Firms,” “we,” or “our”). We are dedicated to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding the collection, use, disclosure, and management of your data when you interact with our website, applications, services, and products.

Scope

This policy covers all aspects of our online presence, including but not limited to:

  1. Our official website at https://it-consulting-for-cpa-firms.storysurge.net.
  2. All associated mobile and web applications, tools, and services provided by us.
  3. Any third-party platforms or services linked to our website, but please note that this policy does not extend to their privacy practices. Each platform will have its own privacy statement that governs your interactions with them.

Processing Activities

This Privacy Policy outlines our data handling practices in relation to the following:

  1. Using Our Services: When you access and utilize our applications, services, or tools as an authorized user, we may collect and process personal data necessary for service delivery.
  2. Website Visits: Information is collected when you visit our websites, including browser type, operating system, IP addresses, referring URLs, and the pages you interact with.
  3. Communications: We may reach out to you via email, phone, or text messages (SMS) for various purposes, such as sending newsletters, promotional offers, or providing support.

Personal Data Collection

We collect several types of personal data, which can include:

  1. Account Information: Details related to your user account, such as username, login ID, and password (hashed and salted).
  2. Payment Information: Credit/debit card details, billing addresses, and payment transaction records.
  3. Financial Information: Bank account numbers, investment portfolios, and financial transaction history (if shared for services requiring financial processing).
  4. Purchase Information: Products or services bought from us, including quantities, purchase dates, and prices.
  5. Mobile Device Identifiers: Unique device identifiers, mobile phone numbers, and app usage data.
  6. Location Data: GPS coordinates and location-based services data (if enabled by you).
  7. Feedback and Reviews: Comments, suggestions, or reviews you provide about our products or services.
  8. Social Media Information: If you choose to log in through social media accounts, we may collect your public profile information from platforms like Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.
  9. Product Information: Details about the products you interact with, including preferences and usage patterns.

We obtain this data through direct user input forms, account registration, interactions with our applications, and automated tracking technologies (e.g., cookies, pixels). Additionally, third-party service providers may share personal data with us for specific purposes, governed by their respective privacy agreements.

Cookies

Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience and provide personalized content:

  1. Strictly Necessary Cookies: These are essential for the basic functionality of our website and applications, ensuring security and enabling certain features.
  2. Preference Cookies: Used to remember user preferences, such as language settings and display options.
  3. Analytics Cookies: These track website usage, including page visits, unique visitors, and performance metrics, helping us improve our services.

Users can manage non-essential cookies through our Cookie Manager, allowing them to control their privacy choices.

Retention and Deletion

We retain personal data for the duration required by applicable laws and for legitimate business purposes. Once the data is no longer needed for these reasons, it will be securely deleted or anonymized in accordance with our data retention policies.

Security Measures

The security of your personal data is a top priority. We have implemented robust technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction:

  1. Encryption: Data transmission and storage are encrypted using industry-standard protocols to safeguard sensitive information.
  2. Secure Third-Party Processing: We engage trusted third-party service providers who adhere to strict privacy and security standards to process data on our behalf.
  3. Access Controls: Strict access controls and employee training ensure that only authorized personnel can access personal data.

Children’s Privacy

We do not intentionally collect or solicit personal data from children under the age of 18 (or the legal age limit in your jurisdiction). If we learn that we have collected such data, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

Your Rights

Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data:

  1. Access: The right to request access to the personal data we hold about you.
  2. Rectification: The right to correct or update incomplete or inaccurate personal data.
  3. Erasure (Right to be Forgotten): The right to request the deletion of your personal data, subject to certain exceptions.
  4. Restriction: The right to limit the processing of your personal data in specific circumstances.
  5. Portability: The right to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used format and to transfer it to another controller.
  6. Objection: The right to object to the processing of your personal data for certain purposes.
  7. Non-Discrimination: The right to be free from discrimination when exercising any of your data protection rights.
  8. Data Portability/Access: In some jurisdictions, you have the right to access a copy of your personal data and request copies in a portable format.

To exercise these rights or if you have any privacy-related queries, please contact our dedicated privacy team via the channels mentioned below.

Changes to Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on our website, and we encourage users to review this page periodically for the latest information.

Contact Information

For any questions, feedback, or data-related requests, please contact us:

We are committed to addressing your concerns and ensuring a transparent and secure user experience.