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Privacy Policy

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Last Updated: December 7, 2025

Introduction Austin Wang ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. As a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®), Enrolled Agent (EA), and licensed Loan Officer, we adhere to the highest standards of confidentiality regarding your personal and financial information.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website www.austinfp.us or engage with our financial, tax, and lending services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect two types of information: Personal Information you provide to us and Non-Personal Information collected automatically.

A. Information You Provide When you schedule a consultation, fill out a form, or engage our services, we may collect:

  • Identity Data: Name, date of birth, Social Security Number (SSN), driver's license, or passport information (for tax/KYC compliance).

  • Contact Data: Email address, phone number, and mailing address.

  • Financial Data: Tax returns, income statements, bank account details, investment history, credit reports, and loan application data.

  • Family Data: Information about your spouse, children, or beneficiaries for estate and financial planning purposes.

B. Information Collected Automatically When you visit our website, we may collect:

  • IP address, browser type, operating system, and access times.

  • Cookies and usage data to improve website performance (see Section 6).

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information strictly to provide professional services and comply with the law:

  • To Provide Services: Preparing tax returns, creating financial plans, processing loan applications, and managing family office matters.

  • To Verify Identity: Compliance with "Know Your Customer" (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations.

  • To Communicate: Sending appointment confirmations, tax updates, or responding to your inquiries.

  • To Improve Our Site: Analyzing website traffic to optimize user experience.

3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.

We may share your information only in the following regulated circumstances:

  • Service Providers: With trusted third-party software providers (e.g., tax preparation software, CRM systems, loan processing portals) who assist us in operating our business. These parties are contractually obligated to keep your information confidential.

  • Legal Compliance: When required by the IRS, state tax authorities, courts, or regulatory bodies (e.g., CFP Board) to comply with legal obligations.

  • With Your Consent: We may share information with other professionals (e.g., your attorney or insurance agent) only with your explicit written permission.

4. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your Non-Public Personal Information (NPI). This includes:

  • Encryption: Secure Socket Layer (SSL) technology for data transmission.

  • Access Control: Restricted access to your personal files only by authorized personnel.

  • Secure Storage: Compliance with IRS Publication 4557 (Safeguarding Taxpayer Data) and other financial data security standards.

While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your data, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

5. Your Rights (CCPA & Financial Privacy)

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the CCPA/CPRA:

  • Right to Know: You may request details about the categories of personal information we collect.

  • Right to Delete: You may request the deletion of your personal data (subject to record-keeping requirements mandated by the IRS and financial regulators).

  • Right to Opt-Out: You have the right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (Note: We do not sell your data).

6. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect some website functionality.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., IRS.gov, lenders). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites.

8. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The effective date will be updated at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us at:

Austin Wang Email: info@austinfp.us  Address: 22632 Golden Springs Dr #110 Diamond Bar CA 91765

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