Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 11/01/2021 (Last Updated: 08/16/2026)
B. Elise Notary Services LLC (“we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you engage with us in person, online, or through our services, including mobile and online notarization, apostille facilitation, document translation facilitation, and other related services.
1. Information We Collect
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:
Book an appointment
Fill out a form online or in person
Send us documents for notarization, apostille, or translation facilitation
Contact us via email, text message, phone, or online form
Types of information may include:
Full name, address, phone number, and email address
Government-issued identification, such as a driver’s license or passport
Document information related to notarization or facilitation services
Signatures and audio/video recordings for remote online notarizations
Payment information processed through third-party payment processors
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for purposes including:
Verifying identity and completing notarial acts
Processing and facilitating apostille or translation requests
Providing customer service and scheduling
Complying with state laws and notarial recordkeeping requirements
Sending appointment confirmations, service-related communications, and follow-ups
Responding to customer inquiries, including inquiries received by text message
Maintaining our business records and legal compliance
3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information.
We may share your information with:
Third-party service providers, such as couriers, payment processors, translation specialists, and technology providers
State or government agencies when legally required
Witnesses or other parties involved in a signing, when necessary and with your consent
Other parties as required to comply with legal obligations or protect our rights
4. SMS/Text Messaging Privacy
We will not share your opt-in to an SMS campaign with any third party for purposes unrelated to providing you with the services of that campaign. We may share your Personal Data, including your SMS opt-in or consent status, with third parties that help us provide our messaging services, including but not limited to platform providers, phone companies, and any other vendors who assist us in the delivery of text messages.
All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.
5. Data Retention
We retain personal and notarial records for the length of time required by Florida law and applicable regulations, or as needed to fulfill our services and legal obligations.
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. This includes secure digital platforms for online notarization and encrypted storage where applicable.
7. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
Access the personal data we hold about you
Request corrections or updates
Request deletion of certain personal information, subject to notarial record-retention requirements
To exercise these rights, contact us at info@belisenotary.com.
8. Third-Party Links
Our website or services may include links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18 without parental or legal guardian involvement. We do not knowingly collect information from minors without legal authorization.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on our website with the updated effective or revision date.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, contact us at:
