Privacy Policy

Endorse It With Ink is committed to protecting your privacy and personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile notary services.

Last Updated: January 2025

1. Information We Collect

We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

  • Contact us through our website contact form
  • Call or email us directly
  • Schedule notary services
  • Engage our notary services

Personal Information May Include:

  • Full name and contact information (phone, email, address)
  • Identification information required for notarization
  • Document details related to notary services
  • Payment information (if applicable)
  • Service preferences and scheduling details

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide professional mobile notary services
  • Verify your identity as required by South Carolina notary law
  • Schedule and coordinate notary appointments
  • Communicate with you about our services
  • Maintain accurate notary records as required by law
  • Process payments and billing
  • Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
  • Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

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

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

  • Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government regulation
  • Professional Services: With other professionals (attorneys, title companies) when you specifically authorize such sharing
  • Business Operations: With trusted service providers who assist in our business operations (payment processing, scheduling software)
  • Protection: To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of others

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information:

Technical Safeguards

  • Secure data transmission
  • Protected file storage
  • Regular security updates
  • Access controls

Physical Safeguards

  • Secure document storage
  • Limited access to records
  • Professional confidentiality
  • Proper document disposal

5. Data Retention

We retain your information in accordance with:

  • South Carolina Law: Notary records are maintained for the time period required by state law
  • Business Needs: Contact information may be retained to provide ongoing services
  • Legal Requirements: Some information may be retained longer if required by law

Standard Retention: Notary journal records are kept for a minimum of 10 years as required by South Carolina law.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

Access: Request information about what personal data we have about you
Correct: Request correction of inaccurate personal information
Delete: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)
Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications

7. Website Usage and Cookies

Our website may collect certain information automatically:

  • Browser type and version
  • Pages visited and time spent on site
  • Referring website information
  • IP address and general location data

We use this information to improve our website and services. We do not use tracking cookies for advertising purposes.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

9. Legal Compliance

As a licensed notary public in South Carolina, we comply with:

  • South Carolina Notary Public Act
  • Dorchester County regulations
  • Professional notary standards and ethics
  • Federal and state privacy requirements

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by:

  • Posting the updated policy on our website
  • Updating the "Last Updated" date
  • Providing direct notice for significant changes

Contact Us About Privacy

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

Yvonne Britt-Miller

Endorse It With Ink

Serving Dorchester County, SC

Contact Information

We will respond to privacy inquiries within 48 hours during business days.