Effective Date: [6-25-2026]
Vikas Patel CPA & Associates P.C (“Firm,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of visitors to our website, https://vikaspatelcpa.com/. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or communicate with us through our online services.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Personal Information
Information that identifies, relates to, describes, or can reasonably be associated with an individual, including:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Mailing address
- Company name
- Taxpayer information submitted through secure portals
- Financial information voluntarily provided to us
- Any information you provide when contacting us
Non-Personal Information
We may automatically collect certain information about your device and website usage, including:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Operating system
- Referring website addresses
- Pages viewed on our website
- Date and time of visits
2. How We Use Your Information
We may use collected information to:
- Provide accounting, tax, advisory, and consulting services
- Respond to inquiries and requests
- Schedule appointments and consultations
- Improve our website and user experience
- Send newsletters, updates, and marketing communications (where permitted by law)
- Maintain security and prevent fraud
- Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
- Enforce our terms and policies
3. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information.
We may share information with:
Service Providers
Third-party vendors that assist us with:
- Website hosting
- Email communications
- Client portals
- Data storage
- Payment processing
- IT support and cybersecurity services
Legal Requirements
We may disclose information when required to:
- Comply with applicable laws and regulations
- Respond to lawful requests from governmental authorities
- Protect our legal rights
- Investigate fraud or security incidents
Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, sale, or transfer of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use:
- Cookies
- Web beacons
- Analytics tools
- Similar tracking technologies
These technologies help us:
- Understand website usage
- Improve website functionality
- Enhance user experience
- Analyze website performance
You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies; however, some website features may not function properly.
5. Google Analytics and Third-Party Services
We may use third-party analytics providers such as Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website.
These providers may collect information such as:
- IP addresses
- Device information
- Usage data
For more information, please review the applicable privacy policies of those providers.
6. Data Security
We maintain reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
However, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to:
- Provide services
- Fulfill legal, accounting, and regulatory obligations
- Resolve disputes
- Enforce agreements
Retention periods may vary depending on the nature of the information and applicable legal requirements.
8. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your state, country, or jurisdiction, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including:
- Access to your information
- Correction of inaccurate data
- Deletion of personal information
- Data portability
- Restriction of processing
- Withdrawal of consent where applicable
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our website and services are not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
If you believe a child has provided personal information, please contact us so that we can remove the information.
10. Email Communications
If you subscribe to our communications, we may send:
- Firm updates
- Tax alerts
- Regulatory updates
- Marketing information
You may unsubscribe at any time by using the unsubscribe link included in our emails or by contacting us directly.
11. External Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, security, or privacy practices of those websites.
We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites they visit.
12. State-Specific Privacy Rights
Residents of certain states, including California and other jurisdictions with privacy laws, may have additional rights regarding their personal information.
If applicable, please contact us for information concerning your rights under relevant privacy laws.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of our website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.
14. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact:
Vikas Patel CPA & Associates P.C
Address: 12920 Dairy Ashford Suite 120, Sugar Land, TX 77478
Phone: 281.277.3000
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://vikaspatelcpa.com/