Introduction

Golden Apple Tax & Accounting respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you provide through our website and our professional accounting and tax services.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services.

By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

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Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information

You may voluntarily provide:

• Name

• Mailing address

• Email address

• Telephone number

• Business information

• Tax-related information

• Financial information necessary to prepare tax returns

• Payroll information

• Accounting records

• Government-issued identification when required

• Other information you choose to provide

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Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• IP address

• Browser type

• Device information

• Operating system

• Pages visited

• Date and time of access

• Website usage statistics

 

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Prepare tax returns

• Provide bookkeeping and accounting services

• Process payroll services

• Notary Services

• Respond to inquiries

• Communicate regarding your account

• Schedule appointments

• Verify your identity

• Comply with IRS regulations and applicable laws

• Improve our website

• Prevent fraud and unauthorized activity

• Maintain business records

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Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information.

We may disclose your information only:

• With your authorization

• To IRS, state tax agencies, or other government agencies as required

• To trusted third-party service providers who assist us in providing services

• When required by law

• To protect our legal rights

• During a business transfer, merger, or acquisition

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Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect your information.

Although we strive to protect your information, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure. Therefore, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

 

Retention of Information

We retain your records for the period required by applicable federal and state laws and professional standards, after which they are securely destroyed when appropriate.

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Cookies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience, analyze website traffic, and enhance website functionality.

You may disable cookies through your browser settings.

 

Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices or content.

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Your Rights

Depending on applicable law, you may have the right to:

• Request access to your information

• Request correction of inaccurate information

• Request deletion when legally permitted

• Withdraw consent where applicable

Some information cannot be deleted because federal tax laws require us to maintain certain records.

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Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes become effective when posted on this website.

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Contact Us

Golden Apple Tax & Accounting

Email: info@goldenappleservices.com

Phone: 509 888 7438

Office Address: 427 Orondo Ave, Wenatchee WA 98801