Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 01, 2025

OVERVIEW

This privacy policy (“Privacy Policy”) describes how Gennadiy Arnautov CPA (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, stores, shares, and protects your information when you visit our website at www.arnautovcpa.com (“Website”), use our accounting, tax, and advisory services (“Services”), or otherwise interact with us.

We are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Please read this Privacy Policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your personal information and how we will treat it.

SUMMARY OF KEY POINTS

This summary provides key points from our Privacy Policy, but you can find more details by reviewing the full document:

  • What personal information do we collect? We collect information you provide directly to us, as well as information collected automatically when you use our Website.
  • How do we use your information? We use your information to provide our Services, communicate with you, improve our offerings, and comply with legal obligations.
  • Do we share your information? We do not share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. We may share information in specific limited circumstances described in this policy.
  • SMS and phone number privacy: Any phone numbers collected for SMS purposes will NOT be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing purposes under any circumstances.
  • How do we secure your information? We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information.
  • What are your rights? Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including the right to access, correct, or delete your data.

1. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

Personal Information You Provide to Us

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

  • Contact us through our Website
  • Register for our Services
  • Subscribe to our communications
  • Request information about our Services
  • Otherwise interact with us

The personal information we collect may include:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Postal address
  • Contact preferences
  • Authentication information
  • Financial information necessary for our Services
  • Any other information you choose to provide

SMS Consent and Phone Numbers

Phone numbers collected for SMS purposes will NOT be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing purposes under any circumstances.

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our Website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage, including:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Referring website
  • Pages viewed
  • Time spent on pages
  • Links clicked
  • Other browsing information

We use cookies and similar technologies to collect this information. For more information about our use of cookies, please see the “Cookies and Similar Technologies” section below.

2. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We may use the information we collect for various purposes, including to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve our Services
  • Process transactions and send related information
  • Respond to your comments, questions, and requests
  • Communicate with you about our Services, including sending updates, security alerts, and support messages
  • Monitor and analyze trends, usage, and activities in connection with our Services
  • Detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent transactions and other illegal activities
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Enforce our terms and conditions
  • Protect our rights, property, and safety, and the rights, property, and safety of others.

3. SHARING YOUR INFORMATION

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for their direct marketing purposes.

We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

  • With service providers who perform services on our behalf
  • When required by law or to respond to legal process
  • To protect our rights, property, or safety, or the rights, property, or safety of others
  • In connection with a business transfer, such as a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
  • With your consent or at your direction

Third-Party Analytics

We may use third-party analytics providers, such as Google Analytics, to help us understand how users engage with our Website. These providers may use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your use of the Website and other websites. You can learn more about how Google uses data when you use our Website by visiting Google’s Privacy & Terms page.

4. DATA RETENTION

We will retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which we collected it, including for the purposes of satisfying any legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.

To determine the appropriate retention period for personal information, we consider the amount, nature, and sensitivity of the data, the potential risk of harm from unauthorized use or disclosure, the purposes for which we process the data, and applicable legal requirements.

5. SECURITY OF YOUR INFORMATION

We have implemented appropriate technical and organizational security measures designed to protect the security of any personal information we process. However, please note that no electronic transmission over the Internet or information storage technology can be guaranteed to be 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

6. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY

Our Services are not directed to children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If you are a parent or guardian and believe we may have collected information about a child, please contact us at the information provided in the “Contact Us” section below.

7. YOUR PRIVACY RIGHTS

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, which may include:

  • The right to access your personal information
  • The right to correct inaccurate information
  • The right to request deletion of your information
  • The right to restrict or object to certain processing
  • The right to data portability
  • The right to withdraw consent
  • The right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the “Contact Us” section below.

California Residents

If you are a California resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) provides you with specific rights regarding your personal information. These rights include:

  • The right to know what personal information we collect about you
  • The right to request deletion of your personal information
  • The right to opt-out of the sale of your personal information (note that we do not sell personal information)
  • The right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

California’s “Shine the Light” law also permits California residents to request certain information regarding our disclosure of personal information to third parties for their direct marketing purposes. We do not share personal information with third parties for their direct marketing purposes.

To make a request under California law, please contact us using the information provided in the “Contact Us” section below.

8. COOKIES AND SIMILAR TECHNOLOGIES

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small data files stored on your device when you visit a website. We use cookies and similar technologies (like web beacons and pixels) to recognize you when you return to our Website and to improve our Services.

Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following types of cookies:

  • Essential cookies: Necessary for the Website to function properly
  • Analytical/performance cookies: Allow us to recognize and count visitors and see how they move around our Website
  • Functionality cookies: Enable the Website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization
  • Targeting cookies: Record your visit to our Website, the pages you visit, and the links you follow

Your Cookie Choices

Most web browsers are set to accept cookies by default. If you prefer, you can usually set your browser to remove or reject cookies. Please note that if you choose to remove or reject cookies, this could affect the availability and functionality of our Website.

9. CONTROLS FOR DO-NOT-TRACK FEATURES

Most web browsers include a Do-Not-Track (“DNT”) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to have your online activity tracked. Because there is not yet a common understanding of how to interpret DNT signals, we do not currently respond to DNT browser signals or any other mechanism that automatically communicates your choice not to be tracked online.

10. SMS CONSENT

Phone numbers and SMS data collected for SMS purposes will NOT be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing purposes under any circumstances.

SMS Consent

By providing your mobile phone number and opting into our SMS/MMS messaging service, you expressly consent to receive text messages from Gennadiy Arnautov CPA. We may send you text messages regarding our services, appointments, promotions, and important updates related to your engagement with us. 

Collection and Use of Phone Numbers 

Phone numbers collected for SMS/MMS communications are used solely for the purpose of sending you authorized messages. We do not sell, share, or transfer your phone number to any third parties, partners, or affiliates for marketing purposes. Your phone number is stored securely and only accessed by authorized personnel to facilitate communications you have consented to receive. 

Message Frequency and Rates 

The frequency of SMS/MMS messages may vary depending on your engagement with our services. Message and data rates may apply according to your wireless carrier plan. Gennadiy Arnautov CPA is not responsible for any fees charged by your mobile service provider. 

Opt-In and Opt-Out Procedures 

When you opt in to receive our SMS/MMS messages, you will receive a confirmation message that states: 

START: Thank you for opting into SMS messages from Gennadiy Arnautov CPA. To opt out at any time reply STOP. Need assistance? Reply HELP. Message and data rates may apply. Messaging frequency may vary. 

You may opt out of receiving SMS/MMS messages at any time by replying “STOP” to any message you receive from us. Upon opting out, you will receive a confirmation message: 

STOP: Thank you for opting out of SMS messages from Gennadiy Arnautov CPA. You will not receive any further SMS communication. To opt back in at any time reply START. 

Support and Assistance 

If you need assistance with our SMS/MMS program, you can reply “HELP” to any message you receive from us. You will receive the following response: 

HELP: Thank you for contacting Gennadiy Arnautov CPA. For immediate assistance please contact us at 718-612-0549 or visit arnautovcpa.com. 

Consent Revocation 

Your consent to receive SMS/MMS messages is not a condition for purchasing any goods or services. You can revoke your consent at any time by replying “STOP” to any message, contacting us at pm@arnautovcpa.com, or calling us at 718-612-0549. 

Changes to SMS Program 

We reserve the right to modify or discontinue our SMS/MMS messaging service, either temporarily or permanently, at any time without notice. We will not be liable to you or any third party for any modification, suspension, or discontinuance of the SMS/MMS service.

11. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. The updated version will be indicated by an updated “Last updated” date at the top of this Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

12. CONTACT US

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

Gennadiy Arnautov CPA
9609 Mosler Trail
Lake Worth, FL 33467
United States
Email: info@arnautovcpa.com
Phone: +1-561-467-7777

13. HOW TO REVIEW, UPDATE, OR DELETE YOUR INFORMATION

Based on the applicable laws of your country, you may have the right to request access to the personal information we collect from you, change that information, or delete it. To request to review, update, or delete your personal information, please submit a request by contacting us at the information provided above.