Privacy Policy
Our Privacy Policy details how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information, both through our professional services and online presence. At Gordon Keeter Nichols CPAs, protecting your personal information is a top priority. As a firm of Certified Public Accountants, we follow strict confidentiality standards that exceed legal requirements.
Information We Collect
We collect nonpublic personal information about you from the following sources:
- Information you provide directly to us (such as your name, address, phone number, or email)
- Information we obtain with your authorization
- Details from your interactions with our website, including technical data such as IP address, browser type, referring website, access times, and user behavior
We may also collect anonymous demographic data (e.g., ZIP code, age, interests) that is not unique to you.
How We Use Your Information
Your information is used to:
- Deliver accounting and advisory services
- Communicate with you about relevant services or offerings
- Operate and maintain our website and improve your user experience
- Customize content based on your preferences and usage behavior
We may contact you for feedback or to inform you of service updates. We do not sell, rent, or lease your personal information to third parties.
Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not disclose any nonpublic personal information about current or former clients except as required or permitted by law. Permitted disclosures include:
- Employees and contractors who need the information to deliver services
- Trusted third-party partners who assist with operations such as mail delivery, technical support, or data analysis (under strict confidentiality agreements)
We will only share your information without notice if legally required to do so, or in good faith to:
- Comply with legal obligations or proceedings
- Protect the rights or property of Gordon Keeter Nichols
- Prevent harm or ensure the safety of users or the public
We do not disclose sensitive personal information—such as race, religion, or political affiliation—without your explicit consent.
Confidentiality and Security
We maintain physical, electronic, and procedural safeguards to protect your personal information in compliance with professional standards. Client records are retained as necessary to support your ongoing service needs and to fulfill legal and professional obligations.
Third-Party Links and Public Forums
Our website may include links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party websites. If you disclose personal information on public message boards hosted by Gordon Keeter Nichols, be aware that others may collect and use that information.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your personal information is handled, please contact us. Your trust is important to us, and we are committed to upholding the highest standards of privacy and professionalism.