Your Data, Secured with Microsoft Azure
We take your privacy seriously at Expat Tax Online. That’s why we’ve moved our file management and document storage to Microsoft Azure, one of the most secure and reliable cloud platforms available today.
Join thousands who count on us to safeguard both their taxes and their data.
Why Microsoft Azure?
Microsoft Azure offers secure, scalable, and globally respected cloud infrastructure.
It’s trusted by major banks, healthcare organizations, and government institutions. With more than 100 international compliance certifications, including ISO/IEC 27001, SOC 1, 2, and 3, and GDPR compliance, Azure delivers industry-leading protection for your data.
Why Your Data Stays Safe With Us
🔒 Strong Data Encryption
We secure your documents with 256-bit AES encryption both in transit and at rest. This level of protection matches or exceeds top industry requirements.
🔢 Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
We use MFA along with role-based access controls so only authorized team members can view your documents.
🌐 Worldwide Data Backup
Your files are stored safely in several strategically located data centers around the globe. This setup ensures they remain accessible and protected, even during unexpected events.
📈 Scalable and Ready for the Future
Azure’s infrastructure lets us grow securely as demand increases and adopt the latest security features as Microsoft releases them.
🤝 Verified Access Only
Azure follows a strict “zero trust” approach, verifying and monitoring every login and access request. This helps safeguard your information from any unauthorized use.
👉 What This Means for You
From uploading tax documents to communicating with our team and reviewing your completed returns, you can trust that your data is protected by enterprise-grade cloud security. This is the same technology relied on by Fortune 500 companies worldwide.
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Data Storage
Working with your data. When our EAs, CPAs and their support teams are working with your confidential information all the work that is conducted is done within the industry leading security software.
🙍🏻♂️ Secure log in
Administrators can control rights and define user access to features and files. User logon, audit trails and secure storage help protect practice and client information.
🛡️ Military grade encryption
For complete peace of mind CCH uses the highest available, military grade 256-bit Advanced Encryption Standard. On top of this we apply the same security protocols as internet banks to give the visible reassurance of an https website address and familiar closed padlock icon.
🔑 Document locking
Documents that have been checked out can be viewed but not changed, preventing potentially conflicting edits.
E-filing to the IRS
Once your tax return is ready to be filed your complete tax return is transported securely between CCH and the IRS.
The connection between CCH and the IRS is completely encrypted from beginning to end.
We’re PCI compliant, so your payments and data are safe.
