Effective Date: 11/09/2024

Welcome to Smart Books Bookkeeping. We are committed to protecting the privacy and security of our website visitors and clients. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our website (https://smartbooksbookkeeping.net/) and our services. By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information you provide directly to us, such as when you contact us or use our bookkeeping services. This may include:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address.
• Financial Information: Information necessary to perform bookkeeping services, such as financial records and transaction details.
• Usage Data: Information about your visit, including IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on our site.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and improve our bookkeeping services
• Respond to your inquiries and communicate with you
• Send updates, newsletters, and marketing materials if you have subscribed
• Comply with legal requirements and protect our rights and interests

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information with:

• Service Providers: Third-party vendors assisting us with website hosting, data storage, and technical support.
• Legal Compliance: Government authorities or other third parties if required by law or to protect our legal rights.

4. Data Security

We implement security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or alteration. However, no method of data transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

5. Your Rights and Choices

You may have rights under applicable data protection laws, including:

• Accessing and updating your personal information
• Opting out of marketing communications
• Requesting deletion of your personal data, subject to legal requirements

6. Links to Third-Party Sites

Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these sites.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page, and we encourage you to review it regularly.

8. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us.