Privacy Policy

Last updated: 2026

This Privacy Policy describes how FBAR Information (“we,” “us,” or “our”), operator of the website at bsa.efilingsystem.com (the “Site”), collects, uses, and protects information when you visit. By using the Site, you agree to the practices described here.

1. Who we are

FBAR Information is a website operated by FRANK AKEF & CO., INC., an independent educational publisher providing general information about the FBAR (FinCEN Form 114). We are not a law firm, accounting firm, or government agency. For questions about this policy, contact us at contact@efilingsystem.com.

2. Information we collect

a. Information you provide

When you use our contact form or email us, we collect the information you choose to submit — such as your name, email address, and message. Please do not send sensitive personal or financial data (such as Social Security numbers or account numbers).

b. Information collected automatically

Like most websites, we and our service providers may automatically collect certain technical information when you visit, including your IP address, browser type, device information, pages viewed, referring pages, and the dates and times of access. This is collected through cookies and similar technologies (see Section 4).

3. How we use information

• To operate, maintain, and improve the Site and its content
• To respond to your inquiries and feedback
• To analyze usage trends and measure the performance of our content
• To display and measure advertising (see Section 5)
• To protect the security and integrity of the Site and to comply with legal obligations

4. Cookies and similar technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to make the Site function, remember your preferences, and understand how it is used. Some cookies are essential; others (such as analytics and advertising cookies) are used only where permitted. You can control non-essential cookies through the consent banner shown on your first visit and by adjusting your browser settings. For details, see our Cookie Policy.

5. Analytics and advertising

We may use third-party analytics providers to help us understand website usage. We may also display third-party advertising, including through advertising networks such as Google. These third parties may use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to collect information about your activity on this and other websites to provide measurement services and targeted (interest-based) advertising.

Where we use Google advertising products, Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads based on your visits to this and/or other sites. You can learn about and opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google's Ads Settings and the tools listed in Section 8.

6. How we share information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with: (a) service providers who help us operate the Site (such as hosting, analytics, and advertising partners), bound by appropriate obligations; (b) authorities or others where required by law or to protect rights and safety; and (c) a successor entity in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.

7. Data retention

We retain information only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy, to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Contact-form submissions are kept only as long as needed to handle your inquiry.

8. Your choices and rights

• Cookies: Manage or decline non-essential cookies via our consent banner and your browser settings.
• Advertising: Opt out of interest-based advertising through the Digital Advertising Alliance (optout.aboutads.info), the Network Advertising Initiative (optout.networkadvertising.org), or Your Online Choices (youronlinechoices.eu) in Europe.
• Access and deletion: Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, correct, or delete personal information we hold about you. Contact us to make a request.
• Do Not Track: Because there is no consistent industry standard, we do not currently respond to browser “Do Not Track” signals.

If you are in the European Economic Area, the United Kingdom, or a U.S. state with privacy legislation (such as California), you may have additional rights under laws like the GDPR or CCPA/CPRA. We honor applicable rights requests; contact us to exercise them.

9. Children's privacy

The Site is intended for a general adult audience and is not directed to children under 13 (or the equivalent minimum age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us information, please contact us so we can remove it.

10. International visitors

The Site is operated in the United States. If you access it from outside the U.S., your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the U.S., where data-protection laws may differ from those in your country.

11. Data security

We take reasonable measures to protect information, but no method of transmission or storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security and encourage you not to transmit sensitive data through the Site.

12. Links to other sites

The Site contains links to third-party websites, including official government resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. Review their policies before providing information.

13. Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date reflects the latest revision. Continued use of the Site after changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.

14. Contact us

Questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy can be sent to contact@efilingsystem.com or by mail to FRANK AKEF & CO., INC., 8350 Wilshire Blvd, Ste 250, Beverly Hills, CA 90211-2320.

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This Privacy Policy is provided for general informational purposes and should be reviewed by qualified counsel before publication to ensure it meets the requirements applicable to your business and jurisdictions.