Your Security is OurTop Priority
We use bank-level security to protect your most sensitive financial information. Your data is encrypted, monitored, and protected 24/7.
SOC 2 Type II
Annual third-party audit of security controls
IRS e-File
Authorized electronic return originator
PCI DSS
Payment card industry data security standard
CCPA Compliant
California Consumer Privacy Act compliance
How We Protect Your Data
Multiple layers of security keep your information safe
256-bit Encryption
All data is encrypted using AES-256 encryption, the same standard used by banks and government agencies.
SOC 2 Type II Certified
Our infrastructure meets the rigorous security and privacy standards of SOC 2 Type II certification.
IRS Authorized
We are an IRS-authorized e-file provider, meeting all federal security requirements for tax transmission.
Multi-Factor Authentication
Protect your account with MFA using SMS, authenticator apps, or security keys.
24/7 Monitoring
Our security team monitors for threats around the clock using advanced intrusion detection systems.
Data Tokenization
Sensitive data like SSNs are tokenized and never stored in plain text anywhere in our systems.
Security Practices
Comprehensive security across every layer
Data Protection
- End-to-end encryption for all data in transit (TLS 1.3)
- AES-256 encryption for all data at rest
- Automatic data backup with encryption
- Secure data centers with physical access controls
- Regular penetration testing by third-party firms
Access Controls
- Role-based access control (RBAC)
- Mandatory multi-factor authentication for employees
- Least privilege principle for all systems
- Automatic session timeouts
- Comprehensive audit logging
Infrastructure
- AWS GovCloud infrastructure
- Redundant data centers across multiple regions
- DDoS protection and mitigation
- Web application firewall (WAF)
- 99.99% uptime SLA
Employee Security
- Background checks for all employees
- Mandatory security training
- Secure development practices (SDLC)
- Code review requirements
- Incident response training
How We Handle Your Data
Collection
We only collect information necessary to prepare and file your taxes. We never sell your data to third parties.
Storage
Your data is stored in encrypted form on SOC 2 certified servers with strict access controls and audit logging.
Retention
We retain tax returns for 7 years as required by IRS guidelines. You can request deletion of your account and data at any time.
Sharing
We only share data with the IRS and state agencies to file your return, or with CPAs you explicitly authorize.
Your Rights
- Access your personal data at any time
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Delete your account and data
- Export your data in portable format
- Opt out of marketing communications
- File a complaint with regulators
Report a Security Vulnerability
We take security seriously. If you discover a vulnerability, please report it responsibly. We have a bug bounty program and will work with you to address any issues.
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