Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 21, 2025

1. Introduction - Braden CPA (“we,” “our,” “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit www.bradencpa.com.

2. Information We Collect - We may collect the following types of information

Personal Information - Name, Email address, Phone number, Address, Business information, Documents you upload or send to us (tax documents, financial statements, etc.)

Automatically Collected Information - When you visit our website, certain data may be collected automatically, including: IP address, Browser type, Device type, Pages viewed, Cookies or tracking technologies used by your browser or Squarespace.

3. How We Collect Information - We may collect information through: Website contact forms, Email communications, Uploaded documents, Client intake forms, Scheduling tools, Cookies and analytics tools used by Squarespace or third-party services.

4. How We Use Your Information - We use you information to: Provide tax, accounting, bookkeeping, and advisory services. Respond to inquiries and communicate with you. Maintain accurate client records. Improve website performance and user experience. Comply with legal, regulatory, or professional obligations. We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

5. Confidentiality and CPA Professional Standards - As a Certified Public Accountant licensed in Texas, we follow strict confidentiality and security standards. Client information and documents provided for tax or accounting purposes are protected under state and federal privacy laws and will not be disclosed without your consent unless required by law.

6. How We Share Information - We may share your information only when necessary to: Comply with legal or regulatory requirements. Respond to lawful requests from government authorities. Work with trusted third-party service providers (e.g., website hosting, email services, secure document platforms). These providers are not permitted to use your data for their own purposes.

7. Data Security - We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your information, including: Secure document upload and storage. Encryption (when supported by the platform). Restricted access to sensitive information. Use of secure, reputable third-party providers. However, no method of data transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Third-Party Services - Our website may use or link to third-party services such as: Squarespace, Email providers, Scheduling tools, Analytics services. These services may collect data according to their own privacy policies.

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies - Braden CPA uses cookies to ensure the website functions properly and to improve user experience. Cookies are small data files stored on your device by your web browser.

Types of Cookies We Use - Essential Cookies: Required for the website to operate securely and correctly. These may include Squarespace’s built-in cookies for page loading and basic functionality.

Performance Cookies: Used to understand general site usage through Squarespace’s built-in analytics. These do not collect personal information.

No Advertising Cookies: Braden CPA does not use advertising, remarketing, or tracking cookies from third-party advertisers.

Managing Cookies - You can manage or disable cookies at any time through your browser settings. Please note that disabling essential cookies may affect the functionality of some website features.

10. Children’s Privacy - Our website and services are not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If you believe a child has provided information to us, please contact us so we can remove it.

11. Your Choices and Rights - You may: Request access to the personal data we hold about you. Request corrections to inaccurate information. Request deletion of information when legally permitted. Requests can be sent using the contact information below.

12. Updates to This Policy - We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Revisions will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.

13. Contact Us - If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at Braden CPA, bonita@bradencpa.com.