Privacy Policy
Voppell, Inc. (“Voppell,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you provide to us. This Privacy Policy explains the types of information we may collect, how we use and protect that information, how information may be disclosed, and how we handle SMS/text messaging communications.
This Privacy Policy applies to information collected through our website, telephone communications, email, text messaging, and in connection with the accounting, tax, consulting, and other professional services provided by Voppell, Inc.
Information We Collect
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:
- Name
- Mailing address
- Email address
- Telephone and mobile phone numbers
- Business and contact information
- Information submitted through our website
- Information provided through telephone, email, or text message communications
- Tax, accounting, financial, and other information necessary to provide professional services
- Documents and information that you provide in connection with services requested from Voppell, Inc.
We may also automatically collect certain technical information when you visit our website, such as browser type, device information, IP address, pages visited, and cookie or similar technology information.
How We Use Your Information
Voppell, Inc. may use the information we collect to:
- Provide accounting, tax, consulting, and related professional services
- Communicate with clients and prospective clients
- Respond to questions and requests
- Schedule and confirm appointments
- Request documents or additional information
- Provide tax deadline and filing reminders
- Provide account and service updates
- Send billing or payment-related reminders
- Respond to client inquiries
- Maintain client records
- Improve our website and services
- Protect the security and integrity of our business and systems
- Comply with applicable legal, regulatory, tax, professional, and recordkeeping requirements
- Send SMS/text messages when appropriate consent has been provided
SMS/Text Messaging
Voppell, Inc. uses SMS/text messaging for conversational and informational communications with clients and prospective clients.
SMS messages may include:
- Appointment reminders and confirmations
- Document and information requests
- Tax deadline reminders
- Tax filing updates
- Accounting or service-related updates
- Account notifications
- Billing or payment reminders
- Responses to client questions or requests
- Other communications directly related to services provided or requested
SMS Consent
Voppell, Inc. obtains consent to communicate by SMS directly from clients or prospective clients. Depending on the nature of the communication, consent may be obtained during a direct conversation in person, by telephone, through email or other written communication, or when an individual initiates an SMS conversation with Voppell, Inc.
Where express consent is required for informational SMS communications, Voppell, Inc. obtains such consent before sending those communications.
Consent to receive SMS messages is not a condition of purchasing or receiving services from Voppell, Inc.
SMS Privacy
No mobile opt-in or text message consent will be shared with third parties or affiliates.
Voppell, Inc. does not sell, rent, or provide mobile phone numbers or SMS opt-in information to third parties or affiliates for their own marketing or promotional purposes.
SMS Terms of Service
By consenting to receive SMS messages from Voppell, Inc., you agree to receive conversational and informational text messages related to our accounting, tax, consulting, and other professional services.
Message frequency may vary depending on your interaction with Voppell, Inc. and the services being provided.
Message and data rates may apply according to your mobile carrier and service plan.
Opting Out
You may opt out of receiving SMS messages from Voppell, Inc. at any time by replying:
STOP
After you opt out, you will no longer receive SMS messages from that number unless you subsequently provide consent to receive messages again.
Help
For assistance with SMS communications, reply:
HELP
You may also contact Voppell, Inc. at 310-388-7075.
Sharing of Personal Information
Voppell, Inc. does not sell personal information.
We may disclose personal information when reasonably necessary to:
- Provide professional services requested by you
- Follow your instructions or authorization
- Work with service providers that support our business operations
- Comply with applicable laws, regulations, subpoenas, court orders, or other legal requirements
- Communicate with taxing authorities, government agencies, financial institutions, or professional advisers when authorized or legally required
- Protect the rights, property, security, and interests of Voppell, Inc., our clients, or others
Any sharing described in this section does not include sharing mobile opt-in or text message consent with third parties or affiliates for their marketing or promotional purposes.
Data Security
Voppell, Inc. uses reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, misuse, or destruction.
However, no method of electronic transmission or storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
Because standard SMS and email communications may not be secure, clients should avoid sending highly sensitive personal, tax, financial, banking, identification, or account information through standard text messages or unsecured email. When appropriate, Voppell, Inc. may provide or recommend a more secure method for transmitting sensitive information.
Data Retention
We may retain personal information for as long as reasonably necessary to provide our services, maintain appropriate business and professional records, comply with legal and regulatory obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.
Cookies and Website Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to support website functionality, understand website usage, maintain security, and improve the user experience.
Your browser may allow you to block or delete cookies. Disabling cookies may affect certain website functionality.
Third-Party Services and Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites or use third-party services. Voppell, Inc. is not responsible for the privacy practices of independent third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information.
Your Choices
You may contact Voppell, Inc. if you would like to update or correct your contact information or have questions regarding how your personal information is handled.
You may stop SMS communications at any time by replying STOP.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
Voppell, Inc. may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When changes are made, the updated policy will be posted on our website with a revised “Last Updated” date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, our privacy practices, or our SMS communications, please contact:
Voppell, Inc.
25050 Ave Kearny, Ste 113
Valencia, CA 91354
Phone: 310-388-7075
Website: www.voppell.com