Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 04-01-2025

1. Introduction

At East SD Accounting Inc, we committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of our clients, website visitors, and business partners. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard personal information obtained through our website and in the course of providing accounting, tax, and advisory services.

By using our website or engaging our services, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

2.1 Personal Information

• Name, address, email address, and telephone number
• Government-issued identification numbers where required by law
• Financial information, including banking, payroll, tax, and accounting records
• Business  information related to your company or employment

2.2 Website Usage Information

• IP address
• Browser type and operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on the website
• Referring website or source

2.3 Information Provided Voluntarily

• Information submitted through contact forms
• Emails or other communications sent to us

3. How We Use Information

We use collected information for legitimate business and legal purposes, including to:

• Provide accounting, tax, bookkeeping, payroll, and advisory services
• Comply with legal, regulatory, and professional obligations
• Communicate with clients and respond to inquiries
• Maintain accurate records and internal administration
• Improve our website, services, and client experience
• Protect against fraud, unauthorized access, and legal claims

4. Legal Basis for Processing (Where Applicable)

Where required by applicable law, we process personal data based on one or more of the following legal grounds:

• Performance of a contract
• Compliance with legal obligations
• Legitimate business interests
• Consent provided by the individual

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

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

• With trusted service providers (e.g., IT, cloud storage, or compliance      providers) who are contractually obligated to protect confidentiality
• With government authorities, regulators, or courts when required by law
• With professional advisers (e.g., legal or audit professionals) under      confidentiality obligations
• With  your explicit consent

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. Despite these measures, no system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by applicable laws, regulations, or professional standards.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance functionality and analyze website traffic. You may control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain website features.

9. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

• Access personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Request deletion of personal information, subject to legal obligations
• Object to or restrict processing of your data
• Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

Requests may be submitted using the contact details below.

10. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites and encourage users to review their privacy policies.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of our website constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact:

East SD Accounting Inc
Address: 3855 Avocado Blvd, STE 130, La Mesa, CA 91941
Email: alkarkhi@eastsdaccounting.co,
Phone: (619) 467-7355