Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Driedger Bookkeeping (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal and financial information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our bookkeeping services or visit our website at https://driedgerbookkeeping.com/.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect the following types of personal information:

• Name and contact information (email address, phone number, mailing address)
• Business name and business contact information
• Tax identification numbers (EIN, SSN for sole proprietors)
• Financial records and documentation
• Banking information
• Employee and contractor information (if applicable)
• Login credentials for accounting software platforms

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website addresses

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide bookkeeping, payroll, and financial management services
• Prepare and file tax documents
• Communicate with you about our services
• Respond to inquiries and provide customer support
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
• Improve our services and website functionality
• Protect against fraudulent or illegal activity

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share information
• Service Providers: With trusted third parties who assist us in providing services (e.g., cloud storage providers, software platforms)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or governmental authority
• Professional Advisors: With your accountant, tax preparer, or other professional advisors as directed by you
• Business Protection: To protect the rights, property, or safety of Driedger Bookkeeping, our clients, or others

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information, including:

• Encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest
• Secure password requirements
• Limited access controls
• Regular security assessments
• Secure disposal of physical and electronic records
• Use of reputable, security-compliant cloud services

6. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to:

• Provide our services
• Comply with legal obligations (including IRS requirements of 7 years for tax-related documents)
• Resolve disputes
• Enforce our agreements

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
• Request deletion of your information (subject to legal retention requirements)
• Opt-out of marketing communications
• Request a copy of your information in a portable format

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Maintain session information
• Analyze website traffic
• Improve user experience

You can control cookies through your browser settings.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

11. California Privacy Rights

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to:

• Know what personal information is collected
• Request deletion of personal information
• Opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
• Non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on our website
• Sending an email notification
• Obtaining your consent where required by law

13. Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Driedger Bookkeeping
[Your Business Address]
[City, State ZIP]
Email: [[email protected]]
Phone: [Your Business Phone Number]

14. Professional Standards

As professional bookkeepers, we adhere to strict confidentiality standards and ethics guidelines established by relevant professional organizations. Your financial information is treated with the highest level of confidentiality and professionalism.

By using our services or website, you acknowledge that you have read and understand this Privacy Policy.