The IRS requires all tax professionals to implement safeguards to protect taxpayer data. This includes paper data as well as electronic data. Read more
Under IRS Revenue Procedure 2007-40 (rules governing e-file providers and the overall IRS
e-file program), Section 5.03 states:
The security of taxpayer accounts and personal information is a top priority for the Service. It is the responsibility of each Authorized IRS e-file Provider to have security systems in place to prevent unauthorized access to taxpayer accounts and personal information by third parties . . . Read more
The IRS has created publications to provide guidance to the tax professional community to help them meet their responsibilities for safeguarding taxpayer data. Read the publications here.
Click here to read the entire CrossLink Tax Update about safeguarding taxpayer data.
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