Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Harris Notary LLC ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, store, and share your information when you use our services, including our website, booking system, mobile notary services, and other related services.

By accessing or using our services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

We collect only the information necessary to provide our notary services effectively and in compliance with applicable laws. This includes:

• Personal Identification Information: Full name, address, phone number, email address, government-issued ID
• Appointment and Service Details: Booking information, location of services, document types (not document content unless legally required)
• Payment Information: Billing name and method of payment (we do not store credit card details; all transactions are processed securely)
• Device and Usage Data: IP address, browser type, and activity on our website (via cookies and analytics tools)

3. How We Use Your Information

Your information is used for the following purposes:

• To schedule, confirm, and provide notary services
• To verify identity and compliance with Alaska state notary laws
• To process payments and provide receipts
• To respond to inquiries and provide customer support
• To comply with legal obligations, including maintaining notary records
• To improve our website and service offerings

4. Confidentiality and Security

We maintain strict confidentiality and employ reasonable safeguards to protect your information:

• Confidentiality: We do not share, sell, or disclose your personal or document-related information except as required by law.
• Data Security:
  • Electronic data is encrypted and stored securely.
  • Physical records (including notary journals) are stored in locked, secure locations.
  • Access is limited to authorized personnel only.

5. Sharing of Information

We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties, except in the following circumstances:

• When required by law, court order, or government authority
• To comply with notarial law and regulations (e.g., maintaining a notary journal)
• With your consent or at your direction

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary:

• For the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy
• To comply with Alaska notarial recordkeeping laws (e.g., retention of journals for a statutory period)
• To resolve disputes or enforce agreements

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete information
• Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal recordkeeping obligations
• Withdraw consent for communication (e.g., marketing or service notices)

To exercise these rights, please contact us by email or call (214) 524-1795.

8. Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve user experience. This may include tracking anonymous usage data through tools like Google Analytics. You can disable cookies through your browser settings.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites.

10. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect information from minors.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted to our website and will be effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of our services after updates constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

Last Updated: November 11, 2024

12. Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us: