Privacy Policy

How we collect, use, and protect your information

Effective Date: January 1, 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how IRS Transcripts ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards information when you visit our website located at irstranscripts.net (the "Service"). By accessing or using the Service, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

1) Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

  • Information you provide: such as your name, email address, phone number (if provided), and the contents of messages you submit through our contact form.
  • Usage data: such as pages visited, time spent on pages, clicks, and other analytics data.
  • Device and log information: such as IP address, browser type, operating system, referral URLs, and timestamps.
  • Cookies and similar technologies: used to operate and improve the Service.
Do not submit sensitive information (such as Social Security numbers, full tax returns, bank account numbers, or other highly sensitive personal data) through the contact form.

2) How We Use Information

We may use information for purposes such as:

  • Responding to inquiries and providing support
  • Maintaining, operating, and improving the Service
  • Detecting and preventing fraud, abuse, or security incidents
  • Analyzing site performance and user behavior (analytics)
  • Complying with legal obligations

3) How We Share Information

We may share information in limited circumstances, including:

  • Service providers: vendors that help us run the website (hosting, analytics, spam prevention).
  • Legal requirements: if required by law, court order, or to protect rights, safety, and security.
  • Business transfers: as part of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.

We do not sell your personal information.

4) Cookies and Tracking

We may use cookies and similar technologies to remember preferences and understand how the Service is used. You can usually modify your browser settings to control cookies; however, some site features may not function properly.

5) Data Retention

We retain information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

6) Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect information. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7) Children’s Privacy

The Service is not intended for children under 13 (or the age defined by local law), and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

8) Your Choices

  • You may choose not to provide certain information, but it may limit your ability to use parts of the Service.
  • You may request access, correction, or deletion of your information where applicable.

9) Third-Party Links

The Service may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third parties. Please review their policies.

10) Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

11) Contact

For privacy-related requests, you can contact us using the website contact form on Contact Us.

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