​​Effective Date: December 22, 2025

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ATaxDog.com (“Site”) is operated by D.W. Goff Tax Services, LLC (“we,” “us,” “our,” or “ATaxDog”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding the personal and financial information entrusted to us.

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This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, store, and protect personal information, including rights provided under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA) and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

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By accessing or using this Site, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

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1. Information We Collect

a. Personal Information

Information you voluntarily provide, including but not limited to:

• Full name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Mailing address

• Business information

• Tax, financial, or identity-related information submitted through secure forms or client portals

 

b. Automatically Collected Information

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When you visit the Site, we may collect:

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• IP address

• Browser and device type

• Operating system

• Pages visited and time spent

• Referring URLs

 

This data supports Site security, analytics, and performance improvement.

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2. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

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For individuals located in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process personal data under the following lawful bases:

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• Consent when you submit forms or request information

• Contractual necessity when providing professional services

• Legal obligation for tax, regulatory, and recordkeeping requirements

• Legitimate interest in operating and securing our business and Site

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3. How We Use Your Information

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We use personal information to:

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• Provide professional tax and advisory services

• Respond to inquiries and service requests

• Communicate regarding appointments, updates, and documentation

• Maintain accurate and secure client records

• Improve Site functionality and user experience

• Meet legal, regulatory, and professional obligations

 

We do not sell personal information.

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4. Confidentiality and Professional Obligations

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As a tax services provider, we comply with IRS confidentiality rules, state regulations, and professional ethical standards. Client tax information is treated as confidential and disclosed only as permitted by law or with explicit authorization.

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5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

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We may share information only:

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• With authorized employees and contractors bound by confidentiality

• With trusted third-party providers (secure portals, hosting, analytics, payment processing) under contractual safeguards

• To comply with legal or regulatory requirements

• To protect rights, property, security, or prevent fraud

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6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

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The Site may use cookies and similar technologies for functionality and analytics. You may control cookies through browser settings. Disabling cookies may limit Site features.

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7. Data Security

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We employ reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information. No system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

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8. Data Retention

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We retain personal data only as long as necessary to:

• Fulfill service obligations

• Comply with tax, legal, and regulatory requirements

• Maintain accurate business records

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Retention periods may be extended where required by law.

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9. Your Privacy Rights

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a. California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)

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If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

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• Know what personal information we collect and how it is used

• Request access to your personal information

• Request correction of inaccurate information

• Request deletion of personal information (subject to legal exceptions)

• Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information (we do not sell data)

• Not be discriminated against for exercising your rights

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b. European Union / EEA Residents (GDPR)

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If you are located in the EEA, you have the right to:

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• Access your personal data

• Request correction or deletion

• Restrict or object to processing

• Request data portability

• Withdraw consent at any time

• Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

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Requests may be submitted using the contact details below.

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10. Children’s Privacy

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This Site is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.

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11. Third-Party Links

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The Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.

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12. International Data Transfers

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If you access the Site from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the U.S., where data protection laws may differ from your jurisdiction.

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13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

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We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be reflected by updating the Effective Date. Continued use of the Site indicates acceptance of the revised policy.

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14. Contact Information

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If you have questions or concerns about these Terms, you may contact us at:

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D.W. Goff Tax Services, LLC
Website: www.ataxdog.com
Email: derek@ataxdog.com 
Phone: 737-282-9364