Introduction
STEIN ACCOUNTING INC. ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services. Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site or use our services.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:
- Submit inquiries through our contact forms
- Apply for financing or accounting services
- Subscribe to receive marketing communications
- Correspond with us via email or other channels
This information may include:
- Name and business name
- Email address and mailing address
- Business information (revenue, time in business, industry)
- Financial information necessary to evaluate loan applications
- Tax identification numbers and banking information
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device, including information about your web browser, IP address, time zone, and some of the cookies that are installed on your device. Additionally, as you browse the site, we may collect information about the individual web pages you view, what websites or search terms referred you to the site, and information about how you interact with the site.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect or receive to:
- Process and evaluate loan and service applications
- Provide, maintain, and improve our services
- Communicate with you about our services, updates, and offers
- Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
- Comply with legal obligations and enforce our agreements
- Prevent fraud and enhance security
- Analyze usage patterns to improve our website and services
SMS & Text Message Communications
By providing express consent through our contact form, you agree to receive recurring marketing and promotional SMS/MMS messages from STEIN ACCOUNTING INC., sent using an automated telephone dialing system (ATDS).
Consent Details:
- Message Frequency: Message frequency varies; you may receive up to 4 messages per month.
- Message and Data Rates: Message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier plan.
- Opt-Out: Reply STOP to opt out at any time. You will receive a confirmation message when you opt out.
- Help: Reply HELP for assistance or contact us at neville@stein-accounting.com.
- Not a Condition: Consent is NOT a condition of purchase or service. You can still access our services without opting in to SMS communications.
Supported Carriers: This SMS service is available on all major carriers including AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, Sprint, and other participating carriers. Availability may vary by carrier.
No Mobile Information Sharing: No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.
How We Share Your Information
We may share your information in the following circumstances:
Service Providers
We may share your information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as payment processing, data analysis, email delivery, and customer service. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.
Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or government agency), including to meet national security or law enforcement requirements.
Business Transfers
If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you via email and/or prominent notice on our website of any change in ownership or uses of your personal information.
With Your Consent
We may disclose your information for any other purpose with your consent.
Important: We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes. As stated above, mobile opt-in data and text messaging information will not be shared with any third parties.
Data Security
We use administrative, technical, and physical security measures designed to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, 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.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:
- The right to access and receive a copy of your personal information
- The right to correct or update inaccurate information
- The right to request deletion of your personal information
- The right to opt-out of marketing communications
- The right to withdraw consent for SMS communications (reply STOP)
To exercise these rights, please contact us at neville@stein-accounting.com.
Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that a child under 18 has provided us with personal information, we will take steps to delete such information.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.
Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
STEIN ACCOUNTING INC.
8210 WHITE BLUFF ROAD
SAVANNAH, GA 31406
Email: neville@stein-accounting.com