Effective Date: August 30, 2025

Lopez Accounting and Tax Solutions LLC ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you engage with our services, visit our website, or communicate with us.

📥 Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal and financial information:

• Personal Identifiers: Name, address, email, phone number, Social Security number
• Financial Information: Income details, tax documents, bank account information
• Business Information: Employer Identification Number (EIN), payroll data, bookkeeping records
• Digital Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and usage data from our website

🛠️ How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Prepare and file tax returns
• Provide accounting, payroll, and consulting services
• Respond to inquiries and provide customer support
• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
• Improve our services and website functionality

🔄 Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data only in the following circumstances:

• With government agencies (e.g., IRS) when legally required
• With trusted third-party service providers who assist in delivering our services (e.g., secure cloud storage, payroll processors)
• In response to legal requests such as subpoenas or court orders
• To protect our rights, property, or safety

🔒 Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including:

• Secure servers and encrypted communications
• Restricted access to sensitive information
• Regular audits and staff training on data protection

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

🧒 Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.

🌐 Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. We encourage you to review their policies before providing any personal information.

✏️ Your Rights & Choices

You have the right to:

• Access and review your personal information
• Request corrections or deletions
• Opt out of certain communications

To exercise these rights, contact us at:
📧 Info@lopezats.com
📞 (813) 485-5154

🔄 Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on our website with the updated effective date.