Welcome to https://garciasnotary.com (the “Site”). We understand that privacy online is important to users of our Site, especially when conducting business. This statement governs our privacy policies with respect to those users of the Site (“Visitors”) who visit without transacting business and Visitors who register to transact business on the Site and make use of the various services offered by Garcia’s Notary & Income Tax Services (collectively, “Services”) (“Authorized Customers”).
Personally Identifiable Information
“Personally Identifiable Information” refers to any information that identifies or can be used to identify, contact, or locate the person to whom such information pertains, including, but not limited to, name, address, phone number, email address, financial profiles, social security number, and payment information. Personally Identifiable Information does not include information collected anonymously (without identifying the individual user) or demographic information not connected to an identified individual.
What Personally Identifiable Information is collected?
We may collect basic user profile information from all Visitors. We collect the following additional information from our Authorized Customers: names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses, as well as information necessary to provide our notary and tax preparation services.
What organizations are collecting the information?
In addition to our direct collection of information, third-party service vendors (such as credit card processors, financial institutions, or secure document platforms) may collect this information from our Visitors and Authorized Customers. We do not control how these third parties use such information but encourage them to disclose how they use personal information provided to them.
How does the Site use Personally Identifiable Information?
We use Personally Identifiable Information to customize the Site, provide our services, process transactions, and communicate with Visitors and Authorized Customers. We may email or text Visitors and Authorized Customers about service updates, reminders, or relevant information. We may also use Personally Identifiable Information to respond to inquiries or provide requested information.
With whom may the information be shared?
Personally Identifiable Information may be shared with third-party vendors as necessary to complete transactions or provide services. We may share aggregated information about our Visitors, including demographics, with affiliated agencies or vendors. Visitors and Authorized Customers may opt out of being contacted by us or by our partners at any time.
How is Personally Identifiable Information stored?
Personally Identifiable Information collected by Garcia’s Notary & Income Tax Services is securely stored and is accessible only to employees or vendors as necessary for service delivery. We use encryption and other safeguards to protect sensitive information.
Cookies
Our Site uses cookies to help personalize the user experience and for security purposes. Visitors who do not wish to have cookies placed on their computers should set their browsers to refuse cookies, though this may cause some features of the Site to not function properly.
How does the Site use login information?
We may collect login information, including IP addresses, browser types, and access times, for security and analytical purposes.
Disclosure of Personally Identifiable Information to comply with law
We will disclose Personally Identifiable Information if required by law, subpoena, or a valid request from law enforcement.
How does the Site keep Personally Identifiable Information secure?
Access to Personally Identifiable Information is limited to authorized personnel. Sensitive information is protected by encryption and other industry-standard security measures. While we take reasonable precautions, no electronic communication is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee against unauthorized access.
How can Visitors correct inaccuracies?
Visitors and Authorized Customers may contact us to update or correct Personally Identifiable Information by emailing us at agarcia@garciasnotary.com or calling 832-328-8799.
Can a Visitor delete or deactivate information?
Visitors and Authorized Customers may request deletion or deactivation of their information by contacting us. Some residual data may remain due to backups or legal requirements, but we will ensure that no information is used moving forward.
Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
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Access the information we hold about you
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Request correction of inaccuracies
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Request deletion of your information
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Restrict or object to processing
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Request data portability
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Withdraw consent
To exercise these rights, contact us at agarcia@garciasnotary.com.
What happens if the Privacy Policy changes?
We will post changes to this Privacy Policy on the Site. If changes may result in disclosure of previously restricted information, we will notify affected users.
Links
https://garciasnotary.com may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites.
SMS Privacy Policy (10DLC Compliance)
When you opt in to receive SMS messages from Garcia’s Notary & Income Tax Services, we collect your mobile phone number and related message data (such as delivery status and interaction logs).
Use of Information: We use your mobile number solely to send appointment reminders, service updates, document status notifications, billing notices, and customer support messages.
Sharing: We do not sell, rent, or share your mobile information with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. We may share limited information with service providers that deliver SMS messages, subject to confidentiality.
Opt-Out: You may opt out at any time by replying STOP to any message.
Help: For assistance, reply HELP or contact us at agarcia@garciasnotary.com or 832-328-8799.
Data Retention: We keep SMS consent and message records as required for compliance and legal purposes, then securely delete them.
Security: We use reasonable safeguards to protect your SMS information.
Contact
Garcia’s Notary & Income Tax Services
2809 Strawberry Road Pasadena, TX 77502
Email: agarcia@garciasnotary.com
Phone: 832-328-8799