Privacy Policy

Aphrodite Bookkeeping and Accounting
Last Updated: July 24, 2025

Your privacy is important to us. Please read the following privacy policy.

LEGAL DISCLAIMER
Aphrodite Bookkeeping and Accounting does not provide legal advice. Nothing contained in this Privacy Policy or on our website should be construed as legal advice. The information provided is for general informational purposes only. For legal advice, please consult with an attorney. Our bookkeeping and accounting services are not substitutes for professional legal counsel.

INFORMATION WE COLLECT
General Information
We collect nonpublic personal information about you from various sources, including:

Interviews regarding your tax and financial situation
Applications, organizers, or other documents that supply information such as your name, address, telephone number, Social Security Number, number of dependents, income, and other tax-related data
Tax-related documents you provide that are required for processing tax returns and financial statements, such as Forms W-2, 1099-R, 1099-INT, 1099-DIV, bank statements, and stock transactions
Business financial information including income, expenses, assets, and liabilities
Communication records between you and our team

Website Information
When you visit our website, we may also collect:

IP address
Browser type
Device information
Pages visited and time spent on our website

SMS/Text Message Information
When you opt into our SMS messaging service, we collect:

Your mobile phone number
Your name and contact preferences
Message delivery confirmations and engagement data
SMS consent records and opt-in timestamps

HOW WE PROTECT YOUR INFORMATION
We do not disclose any nonpublic personal information about our clients or former clients to anyone, except as requested by our clients or as required by law.
We restrict access to personal information concerning you, except to our employees who need such information in order to provide products or services to you. We maintain physical, electronic, and procedural safeguards that comply with federal regulations to guard your personal information.
SMS Data Protection
We employ industry-standard security measures to protect SMS data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. We are dedicated to ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of your mobile communications data.

SMS MESSAGING TERMS AND CONSENT
Consent and Opt-In
By providing your mobile phone number and verbal consenting to opting into our SMS messaging service, you expressly consent to receive text messages from Aphrodite Bookkeeping and Accounting. These messages may include:

Appointment reminders and confirmations
Important account updates and notifications
Tax deadline reminders
Service-related communications

Message Frequency and Charges
Message frequency varies based on your account activity and preferences. Standard message and data rates may apply according to your mobile carrier's plan.

To opt out text "STOP" To get more information test "HELP" to any message.
Opt-Out Instructions
You may opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time by:

Replying "STOP" to any text message

SMS Data Usage
We use your SMS data solely for providing you with the messaging services you've requested. We will not use your SMS data for any other purpose without your written consent.

INFORMATION SHARING
General Information Sharing
We may share your information with:

Third-party service providers that help us operate our business (payment processors, cloud storage providers, etc.)
Government agencies when required by law, such as tax authorities
Third parties in connection with a business transfer, merger, or acquisition

SMS Data Sharing Restrictions
No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. We do not sell, rent, or otherwise share your mobile phone number or SMS opt-in data with third parties for their marketing purposes. All SMS data sharing is limited to:

SMS service providers necessary to deliver messages
Legal compliance when required by law
Business operations directly related to your requested services

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

WEBSITE COOKIES AND TRACKING
Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience and help us understand how you use our website. You can control cookies through your browser settings.
YOUR RIGHTS
You have the right to:

Access your personal information
Correct inaccurate information
Request deletion of your information (subject to legal requirements)
Request a copy of your information
Withdraw SMS consent at any time
Review your SMS communication preferences

RECORD KEEPING
We maintain records of SMS consent and communication in accordance with legal requirements and industry best practices. These records demonstrate compliance with applicable consent laws and regulations.

COMPLIANCE AND AUDITS
We conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with SMS messaging regulations, including 10DLC requirements. We continuously monitor our processes to identify areas for improvement in our privacy and communication practices.

POLICY UPDATES
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated Privacy Policy on our website and updating the "Last Updated" date. For significant changes affecting SMS services, we may also notify you via text message.

CONTACT US
If you have any questions about our privacy policy or SMS messaging services, contact our office at:
Aphrodite Bookkeeping and Accounting
Phone: 907-772-2332
For SMS-related inquiries: Reply "HELP" to any text message or call the number above.