EffectiveDate:12th Feb 2025
ThisPrivacy Policy ("Policy") outlines how Bookmyaccountant.co ("we", "us", "our","Bookmyaccountant.co ")collects, uses, discloses, and protects the personal informationprovided by users ("you", "your", or "User")when utilizing the services provided by Bookmyaccountant.co ,specifically related to accounting services provided by an accountantor accounting firm through Bookmyaccountant.co ’splatform.
ThisPolicy is in compliance with the provisions of the InformationTechnology Act, 2000, and the rules and regulations framedthereunder, including the Information Technology (Reasonable SecurityPractices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information)Rules, 2011.
Byaccessing or using the Bookmyaccountant.co platform and services, you consent to the collection, use, storage,disclosure, and sharing of your personal information as outlined inthis Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this Policy, you shouldrefrain from using our platform or services.
1.DEFINITIONS
Personal Information: Any information that can identify a person, such as name, contact details, and financial data.
Sensitive Personal Data or Information: Includes financial information, identification documents, and any data classified as sensitive under applicable laws.
Accounting Services: The services provided by accountants or accounting firms through Bookmyaccountant.co , including but not limited to bookkeeping, tax filing, auditing, and financial reporting.
2.INFORMATION WE COLLEC
Wecollect the following categories of personal data:
a)Personal Identification Information:
Full name, business name, professional designation, and job title.
Contact details including email address, phone number, and business address.
Financial information including billing details, payment methods, and invoices.
b)Information Collected from Accounting Partners (Accountants/Firms):
KYC (Know Your Customer) documents, including government-issued IDs, professional certifications, utility bills, and tax-related documents.
Banking details, transaction records, and financial documentation related to the accounting services provided.
Business references and client details (where applicable).
c)Service and Transactional Data:
Information about services requested, transactions processed, invoices, and payment history.
d)Location Data:
If relevant, we may collect location data for purposes such as coordinating services or confirming business locations.
e)Communication and Support Data:
Call logs, SMS, and email communications between Bookmyaccountant.co and the User, or between the Accountant and the User, for the purpose of providing services.
3.PURPOSE OF COLLECTING PERSONAL INFORMATION
Wecollect personal data for the following reasons:
a)Service Facilitation:
To facilitate the connection between users and the accountant providing accounting services.
To process financial transactions, handle invoicing, and facilitate payment for services rendered.
b)Account Management and Support:
To create and manage your account on the Bookmyaccountant.co platform.
To send communications regarding service updates, support, or account status.
c)Legal Compliance:
To ensure compliance with applicable accounting, financial, and tax regulations.
To retain records required for audits, tax filings, and regulatory purposes.
d)Marketing and Communications (where consent is provided):
To send promotional materials and updates related to accounting services, discounts, and new offerings.
e)Fraud Prevention and Security:
To detect, prevent, and address fraudulent activities, and ensure the security of the services provided.
4.SHARING OF PERSONAL INFORMATION
Bookmyaccountant.co may share your personal information in the following circumstances:
a)With Accounting Partners:
Personal information may be shared with the accountants or accounting firms providing the services to you, including financial details necessary for service delivery.
b)With Service Providers:
We may share your data with third-party service providers who assist in the delivery of services, such as payment processors or communication providers. These service providers are bound by contractual obligations to safeguard your data.
c)Legal Requirements and Law Enforcement:
We may disclose your personal information if required to comply with legal obligations, judicial orders, or requests from governmental authorities.
d)Business Transfers:
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your personal information may be transferred as part of the transaction.
e)With Your Consent:
We may share your information with third parties when you explicitly consent, such as for marketing or referral purposes.
5.DATA RETENTION
Asper the Information Technology (Reasonable Security Practices andProcedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011,Bookmyaccountant.co shall retain personal information only for as long as necessary tofulfill the purposes for which the data was collected, or as requiredby law. When personal information is no longer needed, we will eithersecurely delete or anonymize the data.
6.YOUR RIGHTS
Asa User, you have the following rights with respect to your personalinformation:
a)Right to Access:
You have the right to request access to the personal information Bookmyaccountant.co holds about you.
b)Right to Rectification:
You may request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
c)Right to Erasure:
You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal and contractual obligations.
d)Right to Withdraw Consent:
You may withdraw your consent for the processing of your personal data at any time by contacting Bookmyaccountant.co . Please note that withdrawing consent may affect the services provided to you.
e)Right to Object to Processing:
You have the right to object to the processing of your personal information, particularly when it is processed for marketing or profiling purposes.
7.SECURITY OF PERSONAL INFORMATION
Weimplement reasonable physical, technical, and administrative measuresto ensure the security of your personal information. However, nomethod of data transmission or storage is completely secure, and wecannot guarantee absolute protection of your personal data.
8.COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES
Bookmyaccountant.co may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance the userexperience. Cookies help us track website usage, improve ourservices, and provide personalized content. You can modify yourbrowser settings to decline cookies, although this may affect yourability to use certain features of the platform.
9.THIRD-PARTY LINKS
Ourplatform may contain links to external websites operated by thirdparties. Bookmyaccountant.co is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of theseexternal websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policiesbefore sharing any personal information.
10.CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY
Bookmyaccountant.co reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy from time to time.Any changes will be posted on this page, with the updated effectivedate. We encourage you to review this Policy periodically to stayinformed of any changes.
11.CONTACT US
Ifyou have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, orif you wish to exercise any of your rights, please contact: