Privacy Policy

Thank you for choosing 1040TaxBiz. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you use our services. We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring the security of your information. By using our services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect and process the following types of information:

1.1 Personal Information:

• Name, address, contact details (email address, phone number)
• Social Security Number (SSN) or taxpayer identification number (TIN)
• Financial and income information necessary for tax preparation
• Any other information you provide to us for the purpose of tax preparation

1.2 Non-Personal Information:

• Anonymous and aggregated data that does not directly identify you but helps us improve our services and enhance user experience
• Device information, such as IP address, browser type, operating system, and other technical details when you interact with our website or use our services

2. Use of Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

2.1 Providing Tax Preparation Services:

• Collecting and processing your personal and financial information to accurately prepare your tax returns
• Communicating with you regarding your tax preparation and filing status

2.2 Customer Support and Service Improvement:

• Responding to your inquiries, requests, or complaints
• Analyzing and improving our services, including the functionality and user experience of our website

2.3 Legal Compliance:

• Complying with legal obligations, including tax laws and regulations
• Assisting law enforcement agencies or authorized government bodies in the investigation of potential fraudulent activities or unlawful acts

3. Sharing and Disclosure of Information

We may share your personal information in the following circumstances:

3.1 Service Providers:

• Engaging third-party service providers who assist us in delivering our services, such as software providers, data storage providers, and security services
• These service providers are contractually obligated to handle your information securely and confidentially

3.2 Legal Requirements:

• Complying with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes that require the disclosure of your information
• Protecting our rights, safety, or property and that of our users

3.3 Business Transfers:

• In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or part of our business, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction. We will notify you of any such change and any choices you may have regarding your information.

4. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include physical, technical, and administrative safeguards to ensure the confidentiality and integrity of your information.

5. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. This Privacy Policy does not apply to such external websites or services. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of those third parties before providing any personal information.

6. Updates to Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will revise the “Effective Date” at the top of this policy. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we collect, use, and protect your information.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal information, please contact us at 317-543-5570.

By using our tax preparation services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information as described herein.