Effective Date: October 7, 2025
Last Updated: October 7, 2025

This Privacy Policy describes how CentumBooks.com (“we”, “us”, “our”, or the “Company”) collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal information when you use our website and services related to tax return preparation, bookkeeping, and financial consulting.

By using our site or services, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect both personal and non-personal information, including but not limited to:

  • Full name
  • Contact details (email, phone number, address)
  • Social Security Number or Tax ID (when required for filings)
  • Income, tax, and financial data
  • Business and payroll records
  • Payment and billing information
  • Browser and usage data via cookies (see Section 6)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide tax preparation and bookkeeping services
  • File documents with tax authorities on your behalf
  • Respond to inquiries and support requests
  • Send confirmations, reminders, and relevant updates
  • Ensure legal and regulatory compliance
  • Maintain internal records and documentation
  • Improve our website and client experience

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share it with:

  • Authorized tax agencies (e.g., IRS, state tax departments)
  • Third-party service providers (e.g., secure payment processors, cloud storage)
  • Our professional staff and affiliates involved in service delivery
  • Legal or regulatory authorities if required by law

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate physical, electronic, and administrative measures to protect your data, including:

  • Secure SSL encryption
  • Firewall and intrusion detection systems
  • Restricted access to sensitive information
  • Regular data backups

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal and financial records for up to 7 years, or longer if required by law. You may request deletion of your data, subject to regulatory and legal obligations.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Improve website functionality and user experience
  • Analyze site traffic and performance
  • Store login sessions (if applicable)

You can adjust your browser settings to block or delete cookies at any time.

7. Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to:

  • Request access to the personal data we hold about you
  • Request correction or deletion of inaccurate data
  • Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
  • Object to certain uses of your data

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at info@centumbooks.com.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices or content. Please review their policies before providing any personal information.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we discover such data has been collected, it will be deleted promptly.

10. International Users

If you are accessing our services from outside the United States, you understand that your data may be transferred and stored in the U.S., subject to U.S. laws and regulations.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with the revised effective date. Your continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of the changes.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Centum Books
Email: info@centumbooks.com
Website: https://www.centumbooks.com