Privacy Policy

At Grand Ell Tax Prep, your privacy is important. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit this website or use our tax preparation services.

This policy complies with applicable privacy laws in the state of Illinois, including the Illinois Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA), and follows confidentiality requirements set by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Safeguards Rule.

Information We Collect
We may collect personal information such as your name, email address, phone number, and any documents or details you provide voluntarily through contact forms, document uploads, or scheduling tools (e.g., Calendly).

Use of Information
Your information is used solely for:

Providing tax preparation and advisory services
Communicating with you about your tax needs
Responding to inquiries or scheduling appointments
Complying with federal, state, and professional regulatory obligations

Document Security
Uploaded documents are handled through secure, encrypted platforms such as Verifyle. We take reasonable steps to protect your personal and financial data against unauthorized access, disclosure, or loss.

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information for marketing purposes.

Cookies and Analytics
This website may use cookies or similar tools to improve site functionality and understand visitor traffic. You may adjust your browser settings to limit cookie usage if desired.

Data Retention
We retain your information only as long as necessary to provide services and comply with IRS recordkeeping requirements, after which data is securely archived or deleted.

Breach Notification
In the event of a security breach that compromises your personal information, we will notify you promptly as required under Illinois law.

Your Rights
You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information at any time. Please contact us using the information below.

Contact
If you have any questions about this policy or how your data is handled, please contact:

📧 Email: grandelltaxprep@gmail.com
📞 Phone: 773-779-4679

Effective Date: August 2025