PRIVACY POLICY
Business Bookkeeping Services
Effective Date: 7/1/25
1. INTRODUCTION
Business Bookkeeping Services ("we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website (bbsbooks.com) or use our bookkeeping services.
2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT
Personal Information We Collect Directly:
Name, address, phone number, and email address
Business information including company name, tax identification numbers, and financial data
Payment information and banking details
Communication records and correspondence
Information Collected Automatically:
Website usage data, IP addresses, browser type, and device information
Cookies and similar tracking technologies for website functionality
3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
We use collected information for the following purposes:
Providing bookkeeping and accounting services
Processing payments and managing client accounts
Communicating about services, appointments, and business matters
Complying with legal and regulatory requirements
Improving our services and website functionality
Maintaining security and preventing fraud
4. OUR COMMITMENT: NO THIRD-PARTY MARKETING SHARING
We do not sell, rent, trade, or otherwise share your personal information with third parties for their marketing purposes. Your contact information, business data, and personal details remain confidential and are used solely for providing our professional services to you.
5. LIMITED INFORMATION SHARING
We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:
Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist in delivering our services (such as cloud storage providers or payment processors) under strict confidentiality agreements.
Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government regulation, or to protect our legal rights and safety.
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of business assets, with appropriate confidentiality protections.
With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share specific information.
6. DATA SECURITY
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
Encrypted data transmission and storage
Access controls and authentication procedures
Regular security assessments and updates
Employee training on data protection protocols
7. DATA RETENTION
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. Financial records and related personal information are typically retained for seven (7) years or as required by applicable law.
8. YOUR RIGHTS AND CHOICES
You have the right to:
Access and review your personal information we maintain
Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete information
Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal retention requirements)
Opt out of non-essential communications
Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
To exercise these rights, contact us using the information provided below.
9. COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES
Our website uses cookies to improve functionality and user experience. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Disabling cookies may affect certain website features.
10. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY
Our services are not directed to individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18.
11. UPDATES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new effective date.
12. CONTACT INFORMATION
For questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, contact us at:
Business Bookkeeping Services
1211 N Westshore Blvd
Tampa, FL 33607
Email: [email protected]
Website: bbsbooks.com
13. STATE-SPECIFIC RIGHTS
California Residents: Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), you have additional rights including the right to know what personal information we collect, the right to delete personal information, and the right to opt-out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information.
Other State Residents: If you reside in a state with specific privacy laws, you may have additional rights. Contact us to learn more about rights available in your jurisdiction.
This Privacy Policy is effective as of the date listed above and supersedes any previous privacy policies.
Last Updated: 7/1/25
This Privacy Policy has been prepared to comply with applicable federal and state privacy laws. Business Bookkeeping Services reserves the right to modify this policy as needed to maintain compliance with evolving legal requirements.