Privacy Policy

Last updated: 1/1/2026

Gruenhorst Financial (“we,” “our,” “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit our website, use our services, or interact with our team.

By using our website or services, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information

Information you voluntarily provide, including:
• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Mailing address
• Business information
• Documents or financial data you upload or provide to us
• Any information submitted through contact forms, email, or live chat

Financial & Tax Information

If you engage our services, we may collect financial documents, tax records, payroll data, accounting files, and other sensitive information necessary to perform our work.

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
• IP address
• Browser type
• Device information
• Pages visited
• Time spent on the site
• Cookies and tracking data

This information helps us improve website performance and user experience.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:
• Provide tax, accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, and advisory services
• Respond to inquiries and provide customer support
• Prepare and file tax returns
• Manage client accounts and communications
• Improve our website and service offerings
• Send updates, reminders, or important notices
• Maintain legal, regulatory, and compliance obligations

We never sell your personal information.

3. How We Protect Your Information

We take data security seriously.

Gruenhorst Financial uses industry‑standard safeguards to protect your information, including:
• Secure data storage
• Encrypted communication channels
• Restricted access to sensitive information
• Regular system monitoring
• Compliance with applicable privacy and financial regulations

While we take every reasonable step to protect your data, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.

4. Sharing Your Information

We may share your information only in the following situations:

With Your Consent

When you authorize us to share information with third parties (e.g., banks, lenders, payroll providers).

Service Providers

Trusted third‑party vendors who assist with:
• Secure document storage
• Payment processing
• Software tools
• IT and security services

These providers are required to protect your information and use it only for the services they perform.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required to:
• Comply with laws or regulations
• Respond to legal requests
• Protect our rights, clients, or property

We do not sell or rent your information to marketers or unrelated third parties.

5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:
• Improve site functionality
• Analyze website traffic
• Enhance user experience

You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but some features may not function properly.

6. Your Rights & Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
• Access the personal information we hold
• Request corrections or updates
• Request deletion of your information (where legally permitted)
• Opt out of marketing communications
• Limit certain data uses

To exercise these rights, contact us at: info@gruenhorstfinancial.com

7. Data Retention

We retain personal and financial information only as long as necessary to:
• Provide services
• Meet legal and regulatory requirements
• Maintain accurate business records

8. Third‑Party Links

Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect information from minors.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us:

Gruenhorst Financial
Email: info@gruenhorstfinancial.com
Phone: (303) 877-8770
Website: www.gruenhorstfinancial.com