Last updated: September 12, 2025
1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how Accounting Software Small Business (“we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, shares, and protects information when you use accountingsoftwaresmallbusiness.com (the “Site”). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to the practices described in this Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Site immediately.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect both information that you voluntarily provide and technical data collected automatically when you interact with the Site.
- Information You Provide: When you contact us through our Contact Us form, you may provide your name, email address, inquiry type, and message. This information is used solely to respond to your inquiry.
- Automatically Collected Data: Our WordPress-based Site and its plugins may automatically collect certain information, including:
- IP address
- Browser type, version, and settings
- Device type and operating system
- Referring/exit pages
- Date, time, and duration of visits
- Cookies or similar tracking technologies
- Public Content: If blog comments are enabled, information submitted in a comment becomes public and may be stored by WordPress or anti-spam services.
3. Third-Party Services
We may use third-party tools and services, including but not limited to:
- Analytics Tools: To measure traffic and understand Site usage patterns.
- Advertising Networks: To serve contextual and personalized ads (e.g., Google AdSense).
- Affiliate Tracking: To attribute purchases or sign-ups made through affiliate links.
These third parties may set cookies or collect identifiers such as IP address, device ID, or browsing activity. We do not control their data handling practices. Please refer to their individual privacy notices for details.
4. How We Use Information
We may use collected information to:
- Respond to inquiries submitted through our Contact form
- Improve Site performance, content, and user experience
- Deliver relevant advertising and measure ad effectiveness
- Monitor Site security and detect abuse or technical issues
- Comply with legal requirements and enforce our Site policies
5. Data Retention
We retain Contact form submissions only as long as necessary to address your inquiry or comply with applicable law. Analytics, advertising, and affiliate platforms may maintain their own retention schedules beyond our control.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal data you submitted via our Contact form.
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Deletion: Request that we delete data you voluntarily provided through our Contact form.
- Opt-Out: Manage cookies and advertising preferences through your browser settings.
To exercise your rights, please contact us using our Contact Us form and select “Privacy” as your inquiry type. We will verify your request and respond in accordance with applicable law.
7. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We and our service providers may use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies to operate the Site, analyze traffic, serve ads, and track affiliate referrals. You may disable cookies via your browser settings, though this may affect Site functionality.
8. Children’s Privacy
The Site is not directed to children under the minimum age required by applicable law (such as 13 under COPPA in the U.S. or 16 under GDPR in the EU). We do not knowingly collect information from children. If you believe we have done so, please contact us so we can delete it promptly.
9. Security
We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure. You use the Site at your own risk, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
10. International Users
This Site is operated from the jurisdiction where the domain owner resides. If you access the Site from outside this jurisdiction, you are responsible for complying with your local laws. Data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will take effect once posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date. We encourage you to review this page regularly to stay informed.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please reach out through our Contact Us page and select “Privacy” as the subject of your inquiry.
Use of and/or access to this Site—including its content, tutorials, guides, or posts—constitutes your agreement and acceptance of all the provisions of our Terms and Conditions of Use, Privacy Policy, Disclosure, Disclaimer, and Affiliate Disclosure. If you do not agree, you must not use or access this Site.