Trust Center
Security and privacy in the age of AI
At VRSapients Cloud Accounting Services LLP (“VRSapients,” “we,” “our,” or “us”), protecting client information is an important part of how we deliver our outsourced accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, reporting, and advisory services.
Our Security Measures
✦ Access Controls
Access to client information is limited to authorized team members who require it to perform the agreed services.
✦ Secure Software and Cloud Platforms
We work with established cloud-based accounting, document management, communication, and workflow platforms that maintain their own security and access-control systems.
✦ Device and Network Security
We use reasonable safeguards designed to protect devices, systems, and networks used in providing our services.
✦ Data Sharing Controls
Client information is shared internally or with authorized third-party service providers only where necessary to perform the agreed services, comply with legal obligations, or act upon the client’s instructions.
✦ Password and Account Protection
We encourage the use of strong passwords, multi-factor authentication, and individual user accounts wherever supported by the relevant software platform.
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✦ Confidentiality Obligations
Our team members are required to maintain the confidentiality of client and business information and to use such information only for authorized service-related purposes.
✦ Monitoring and Review
We periodically review our internal security practices and may update our procedures as technology, business requirements, and security risks evolve.
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Foundations of the Secure Future Initiative
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Secure by design
Security comes first when designing any product or service.
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Secure by default
Security protections are enabled and enforced by default, require no extra effort, and aren’t optional.
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Secure operations
Security controls and monitoring will be continuously improved to meet current and future cyberthreats.
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Our Secure Future Initiative
VRSapient enables trustworthy AI by prioritizing security, privacy, and safety. Learn more about the commitments we’ve made to ensure your data is safeguarded, our practices are transparent, and your rights are protected.
Privacy
Client Responsibilities
Data security is a shared responsibility. Clients are expected to:
1. Provide software access only through authorized and secure methods
2. Use strong and unique passwords
3. Enable multi-factor authentication wherever available
4. Remove access for former employees, contractors, or unauthorized users
5. Inform us promptly about suspicious activity or unauthorized access
6. Avoid sending passwords or sensitive information through unsecured communication channels
7. Ensure that the information provided to us has been collected and shared lawfully
Compliance
Third-Party Platforms
AppFolio, Buildium, Yardi, Zoho Books, Bill.com, Stripe, Gusto, ADP, Google Workspace, Microsoft, and similar software.
These platforms maintain their own privacy, security, data storage, and access practices. VRSapients does not control and cannot guarantee the security, availability, performance, or data-handling practices of third-party providers.
Clients should review the privacy and security policies of the platforms they authorize us to use.
Safety
Data Storage and Retention
Client data is retained only for as long as reasonably necessary to:
1. Provide the agreed services
2. Maintain appropriate business and accounting records
3. Complete reporting and compliance requirements
4. Resolve disputes or respond to enquiries
5. Meet applicable legal, regulatory, or contractual obligations
When information is no longer required, it may be securely deleted, archived, anonymized, or returned to the client, subject to applicable obligations and available technology.
Compliance
Data Breach Response
If we become aware of a confirmed security incident involving client information under our control, we will take reasonable steps to:
1. Investigate the incident
2. Limit further unauthorized access
3. Assess the nature and potential impact of the incident
4. Take corrective or preventive action
5. Inform affected clients where reasonably necessary or legally required
The timing and content of any notification may depend on the circumstances of the incident, applicable laws, and information available at the time.
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Remote Working Security
As a cloud-based outsourced accounting firm, our services may be delivered remotely. We maintain reasonable procedures for remote access, document handling, communication, and system usage.
However, clients acknowledge that electronic communications, cloud systems, remote access tools, and internet-based platforms carry inherent security risks.
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No Absolute Guarantee
While we take reasonable precautions to protect information, no electronic system, internet transmission, cloud storage platform, or security process can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
Accordingly, we cannot guarantee that unauthorized access, cyber incidents, system failures, or data loss will never occur.
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Official Communication
Official communications from VRSapients will be sent through our authorized business email addresses and communication channels.
Clients should verify any unusual request involving payments, banking information, passwords, software access, or confidential documents before taking action.
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Updates to This Page
We may update this Data Security page periodically to reflect changes in our services, technology, internal procedures, or legal requirements.
Any updated version will be published on our website with the revised effective date.
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