This Privacy Policy describes how TaxForcePro ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and discloses your personal information when you use our website, tax preparation software, and mobile applications (the "Service"). By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect various types of information to provide and improve our Service.
1.1 Personal Information You Provide to Us
Contact Information: Name, email address, postal address, phone number.
Account Information: Username, password, security questions and answers.
Financial and Tax-Related Information: Income, deductions, credits, bank account details, Social Security Number (SSN), Employer Identification Number (EIN), and other sensitive financial data necessary for tax preparation.
Communication Data: Information you provide when contacting customer support, sending feedback, or participating in surveys.
1.2 Information Collected Automatically
Usage Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, pages viewed.
Device Information: Device model and unique device identifiers.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies; some parts of the Service may not work if cookies are disabled.
2. How We Use Your Information
To provide and maintain the Service.
To process tax returns and electronic filing.
To manage your account (authentication and security).
To communicate service-related messages and optional marketing (opt-out available).
For support, personalization, analytics, fraud prevention, and legal compliance.
3. How We Share Your Information
Service Providers: payment processors, hosts, support vendors.
Tax Authorities: IRS and state tax authorities for filing.
We use reasonable security measures (encryption, access controls, secure storage). No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure; we cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Data Retention
We retain personal information as necessary for the purposes in this policy and to meet legal obligations (tax compliance, disputes).
6. Your Data Protection Rights
Right to Access
Right to Rectification
Right to Erasure (Right to be Forgotten)
Right to Restrict Processing
Right to Object
Right to Data Portability
Right to Opt-Out of Sale (CCPA)
To exercise rights, contact us below. We may verify identity before responding.
7. Children's Privacy
Our Service is not intended for individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from anyone under 18; parents/guardians should contact us to remove data if needed.
8. Links to Other Websites
We are not responsible for third-party sites. Review their privacy policies when you leave our Service.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We will post updates here and update the "Last Updated" date. Changes are effective when posted.