Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 6, 2026
1. Introduction
SERVICEIN INC ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") operates the website 3tax.com (the "Site") and provides tax preparation, e-filing, business registration, and related accounting services (collectively, the "Services"). All rights reserved. 3TAX is a brand of SERVICEIN INC; tax preparation and e-filing services are provided and operated by SERVICEIN INC.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Site or use our Services. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information in compliance with United States federal law, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and other applicable state privacy laws across all 50 states.
By accessing or using our Site and Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the Site or use our Services.
2. Information We Collect
We collect personal information that you provide directly to us, that we collect automatically when you use our Services, and that we may receive from third-party sources. The categories of personal information we may collect are described below.
2.1 Information You Provide to Us
When you register for an account, use our Services, or communicate with us, you may provide us with the following types of information:
| Category | Examples |
|---|---|
| Personal Identifiers | Name, postal address, email address, phone number, Social Security number, driver's license or state ID number |
| Tax Return Information | Income, deductions, credits, employment information, spouse and dependent information, and any other information included in your tax return |
| Financial Information | Bank account numbers, credit or debit card numbers, and payment information |
| Business Information | Business name, Employer Identification Number (EIN), business address, and other details required for business registration and accounting services |
| Uploaded Documents | Tax forms (W-2, 1099, etc.), identification documents, and any other files you upload to support your service requests |
| Communications | Information you provide when you contact us for customer support, feedback, or other inquiries |
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
When you access our Site or use our Services, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage, including:
| Category | Examples |
|---|---|
| Device Information | IP address, browser type and version, operating system, device identifiers |
| Usage Data | Pages viewed, time spent on pages, links clicked, referring URL, and other browsing activity |
| Location Information | General geographic location based on your IP address |
2.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your interactions with our Site. You can control cookies through your browser settings and other tools. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain features of our Site.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
Providing and Managing Our Services. We use your personal information to prepare and e-file your tax returns, process business registration applications, provide accounting and bookkeeping services, manage your account, and deliver the Services you request.
Processing Payments. We use your financial information to process payments for the Services you purchase and to prevent fraudulent transactions.
Communicating with You. We use your contact information to respond to your inquiries, send you important notices about your account or our Services, provide customer support, and send you marketing communications (with your consent, where required).
Improving Our Services. We analyze usage data to understand how our users interact with our Site and Services, identify areas for improvement, and enhance the user experience.
Security and Fraud Prevention. We use your information to protect the security and integrity of our Site and Services, detect and prevent fraudulent activity, and enforce our terms and policies.
Legal Compliance. We use your information to comply with applicable laws and regulations, including those set forth by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), such as Section 7216, which governs the use and disclosure of tax return information by tax return preparers.
4. How We Disclose Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may disclose your information in the following circumstances:
With Your Consent. We will not use or disclose your tax return information for purposes other than the preparation and filing of your tax return without your explicit, written consent, as required by IRS Section 7216. If we wish to use your tax return information for any other purpose, we will obtain your prior consent in accordance with applicable law.
To Government Authorities. We transmit your tax return information to the IRS and state tax authorities for e-filing purposes as authorized and requested by you.
Service Providers. We may share your information with third-party vendors and service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as payment processing, data storage, cloud hosting, and customer support. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and are prohibited from using it for any purpose other than providing services to us.
For Legal Reasons. We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court order, subpoena, or government agency request). This includes compliance with the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA) for financial institutions.
Business Transfers. In the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, bankruptcy, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your personal information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change in ownership or control of your personal information.
Protection of Rights. We may disclose your information when we believe it is necessary to investigate, prevent, or take action regarding potential violations of our policies, suspected fraud, situations involving potential threats to the safety of any person, or as evidence in litigation in which we are involved.
5. Data Security
We implement and maintain reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures designed to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, destruction, use, modification, or disclosure. These measures include, but are not limited to:
- Encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest
- Secure access controls and authentication procedures
- Regular security assessments and monitoring
- Employee training on data protection and privacy
However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as is necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including to provide you with our Services, comply with our legal obligations (such as retaining tax records as required by law), resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.
For tax return information, we generally retain records for at least seven (7) years, or longer if required by applicable law or regulation. When your personal information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.
7. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your state of residence, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information. These rights may include:
| Right | Description |
|---|---|
| Right to Access | You may request access to the personal information we have collected about you. |
| Right to Correction | You may request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete personal information. |
| Right to Deletion | You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain exceptions. |
| Right to Opt-Out | You may opt-out of the sale of your personal information. Note: We do not sell personal information. |
| Right to Non-Discrimination | We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights. |
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the contact information provided in Section 12 below. We will respond to your request within the timeframe required by applicable law. We may need to verify your identity before processing your request.
8. Your California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA). In addition to the rights described in Section 7, California residents have the following rights:
Right to Know. You have the right to request that we disclose to you the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you, the categories of sources from which the information was collected, the business or commercial purpose for collecting the information, and the categories of third parties with whom we share the information.
Right to Delete. You have the right to request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain exceptions provided by law.
Right to Correct. You have the right to request that we correct inaccurate personal information that we maintain about you.
Right to Opt-Out of Sale or Sharing. We do not sell your personal information or share it for cross-context behavioral advertising purposes.
Right to Limit Use of Sensitive Personal Information. We do not use or disclose sensitive personal information for purposes other than those permitted under the CCPA.
Right to Non-Discrimination. We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of your CCPA rights.
To submit a request, please contact us using the information in Section 12. We will verify your identity by matching the information you provide with the information we have on file. You may also designate an authorized agent to make a request on your behalf.
California "Shine the Light" Law. California Civil Code Section 1798.83 permits California residents to request information regarding the disclosure of personal information to third parties for their direct marketing purposes. We do not disclose personal information to third parties for their direct marketing purposes.
9. Privacy Rights for Residents of Other U.S. States
Residents of other U.S. states may have additional privacy rights under their respective state laws. We are committed to complying with applicable state privacy laws, including but not limited to those in Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, Utah, and other states that have enacted comprehensive privacy legislation.
If you are a resident of a state with applicable privacy laws, you may exercise your rights by contacting us using the information provided in Section 12.
10. Children's Privacy
Our Services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 18 without verification of parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information from our servers.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this Privacy Policy.
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information. Your continued use of our Site and Services after any changes to this Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
SERVICEIN INC
- Email: [[email protected]]
- Website: https://3tax.com
We will respond to your inquiry as soon as reasonably practicable.
All rights reserved. 3TAX is a brand of SERVICEIN INC; tax preparation and e-filing services are provided and operated by SERVICEIN INC.