Privacy and Data Handling

Brevitax is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal and tax information with the highest level of security and confidentiality.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

• Name, address, and contact information
• Social Security Number or Tax ID
• Financial information necessary for tax resolution
• Employment and income details
• Bank account and payment information

Usage Information

• Platform usage patterns and preferences
• Communication logs and case notes
• Device and browser information
• IP addresses and location data

How We Use Your Information

Primary Purposes

• Providing tax resolution services
• Matching you with qualified tax professionals
• Processing payments and managing accounts
• Communicating about your case and services
• Complying with legal and regulatory requirements

Secondary Purposes

• Improving our platform and services
• Analyzing usage patterns and trends
• Preventing fraud and ensuring security
• Marketing relevant services (with consent)

Information Sharing

With Tax Professionals

We share necessary information with your chosen tax professional to enable them to represent you effectively. All professionals are bound by confidentiality agreements and professional ethics rules.

With Third Parties

• Service Providers: Trusted vendors who help us operate our platform
• Government Agencies: When required by law or regulation
• Legal Proceedings: When compelled by court order or subpoena
• Business Transfers: In case of merger, acquisition, or sale

We Never Share

• Information with unauthorized third parties
• Data for marketing purposes without consent
• Personal information for profit
• Sensitive tax data unnecessarily

Data Protection Measures

Technical Safeguards

• End-to-end encryption for all sensitive data
• Secure data centers with physical access controls
• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
• Multi-factor authentication and access controls

Administrative Safeguards

• Employee background checks and training
• Confidentiality agreements for all staff
• Regular privacy and security training
• Incident response and breach notification procedures

Your Privacy Rights

Access and Control

• Access: Request copies of your personal information
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
• Opt-out: Decline certain uses of your information

Communication Preferences

• Choose how we communicate with you
• Opt-out of marketing communications
• Set preferences for case updates
• Control notification frequency and methods

Data Retention

Retention Periods

• Active Cases: Throughout the duration of your case
• Completed Cases: 7 years after case completion
• Account Information: Until account deletion requested
• Legal Requirements: As required by applicable laws

Secure Deletion

When data is no longer needed, we securely delete it using industry-standard methods that make recovery impossible.

International Data Transfers

If you're located outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the US. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy periodically. We'll notify you of significant changes and obtain consent when required by law.