Effective date: August 19, 2026
AK & Associates, PA (“we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect through our website, ak2cpa.com, how we use it, and the choices you have. Please read it carefully. By using this website, you agree to the practices described here.
Who We Are
AK & Associates, PA is a licensed CPA firm. We serve clients in Ellicott City, Baltimore, and the greater DC–Maryland–Virginia area. Our office is located at 3300 North Ridge Road, Suite 280, Ellicott City, MD 21043.
Information We Collect
We collect information in two main ways: information you give us directly, and information collected automatically when you visit the site.
Information you give us
- Contact forms. Our website uses contact forms (built with Forminator and Elementor). When you fill one out, we collect the details you provide, such as your name, email address, phone number, and your message.
- Client documents. If you become a client, you may share financial documents and related information with us for your engagement. Examples include tax records, income statements, and account information. We treat this information as confidential and use it only to perform the services you request.
- Other communications. If you call, email, or write to us, we collect the information you choose to share.
Information collected automatically
Like most websites, we use cookies and similar technologies. A cookie is a small file stored on your device. Cookies help us understand how visitors use the site.
- Analytics. We use Google Analytics, connected through Google Site Kit, to collect usage data. This may include pages visited, time on site, approximate location, browser type, and device type. This data is aggregated and does not directly identify you. You can learn more about how Google handles data at Google’s own privacy pages.
- Cookie consent. Our site displays a cookie consent banner. You can accept or decline non-essential cookies there. You can also block or delete cookies in your browser settings. Some site features may not work as well without cookies.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Respond to your questions and requests
- Provide accounting, tax, and advisory services to clients
- Schedule appointments and communicate about engagements
- Improve our website and understand how visitors use it
- Meet our legal and professional obligations
We do not use your information for purposes unrelated to the reasons you shared it.
How We Share Information
We do not sell your personal information. We share information only in limited situations:
- Service providers. We work with trusted vendors who help us run the website and our practice, such as web hosting, analytics, and tax preparation software providers. They may access information only as needed to perform their work for us, and they must protect it.
- Legal requirements. We may disclose information when the law requires it, such as in response to a court order, subpoena, or a valid request from a government authority.
- With your consent. We may share information in other cases when you ask us to or give us permission.
As a CPA firm, we also follow professional confidentiality rules that limit how client information may be disclosed.
Data Retention
We keep personal information only as long as needed for the purposes described above. For client records, retention periods are guided by tax law, professional standards, and our recordkeeping policies. When information is no longer needed, we delete it or dispose of it securely.
How We Protect Your Information
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. These include secure website connections, access controls, and careful handling of client documents. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security. Please avoid sending sensitive documents, such as tax records or account numbers, through the website contact forms. We will provide a secure method for sharing documents during your engagement.
Your Rights and Choices
Depending on where you live, you may have rights over your personal information. These may include the right to:
- Ask what personal information we hold about you (access)
- Ask us to fix inaccurate information (correction)
- Ask us to delete your information (deletion), subject to legal and professional record retention requirements
- Opt out of non-essential cookies through our cookie banner or your browser settings
These rights are similar to those provided under privacy laws such as the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), where they apply. Maryland residents: you may also have rights under applicable Maryland privacy law. To exercise any of these rights, contact us using the details below. We will respond within a reasonable time and may need to verify your identity first.
Children’s Privacy
Our website and services are intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us personal information, please contact us and we will delete it.
Third-Party Links
Our site may link to other websites, such as Google Maps, LinkedIn, or Facebook. We do not control those sites and are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policy of any site you visit.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will post the new version on this page and update the effective date at the top. Your continued use of the site after changes are posted means you accept the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us:
AK & Associates, PA
3300 North Ridge Road, Suite 280
Ellicott City, MD 21043
Phone: (410) 719-1000
Email: helen.yun-jung@ak2cpa.com
