Privacy Policy for Soundside Bookkeeping

Last Updated: 12/8/2025

Soundside Bookkeeping (“we,” “us,” “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and what rights you have. By using our website or services, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

A. Information You Provide Directly

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Business name and contact details

  • Accounting or financial information you choose to share when working with us

  • Any information submitted through contact forms, email, or scheduling tools

B. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and device information

  • Pages viewed and time spent on the site

  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see section below)

C. Information From Advertising Platforms

If you interact with our ads (e.g., on Facebook or Google), those platforms may send us analytics such as:

  • Which ad you clicked

  • Basic demographic or interest categories

  • Website behavior after clicking an ad

We do not receive or store sensitive personal data from advertising platforms.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide bookkeeping and advisory services

  • Respond to inquiries or schedule consultations

  • Send invoices, contracts, or service-related communications

  • Improve our website and service offerings

  • Run advertising campaigns and measure their performance

  • Comply with legal, tax, and regulatory obligations

We do not sell or rent your personal information to any third party.

3. How We Share Information

We only share information in the following limited situations:

  • Service Providers: trusted partners such as payment processors, email providers, or secure accounting platforms (e.g., QuickBooks) that help us deliver services.

  • Legal Compliance: if required by law, subpoena, or to protect our legal rights.

We never share your information for marketing purposes without your explicit consent.

4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies or similar tools to:

  • Understand how visitors use the site

  • Improve performance

  • Support advertising campaigns (e.g., Facebook Pixel, Google Analytics)

You can disable cookies in your browser at any time.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable technical and administrative measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no online system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights

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

  • Access the personal information we hold

  • Correct inaccurate information

  • Request deletion of your data

  • Opt out of marketing communications

  • Limit how your data is used

To make a request, email us at [your email].

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external sites (e.g., social media pages). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect data from children.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last Updated” date at the top will reflect the latest version. Continued use of our site signifies acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions or want to exercise your privacy rights, you can contact us at:
Soundside Bookkeeping
Email: barney@soundsidebookkeeping.com
Phone: (425) 985-7279
Website: www.soundsidebookkeeping.com