Privacy Policy.

Introduction

Malia Broxson, LLC, doing business as M Broxson Notary ("we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect information when you visit our website or use our services, including mobile notary, loan signing agent, apostille, fingerprinting, and wedding officiant services.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

When you book an appointment, request a quote, or use our services, we may collect:

• Your full name as it appears on government-issued identification
• Contact information (email address, phone number, mailing address)
• Service location and appointment details
• Document types and details required to complete services
• Payment information (processed through secure third-party processors)
• For loan signings: borrower information provided by title companies and lenders
• For wedding officiant services: relationship details, ceremony preferences, and wedding logistics

Information Required by Alabama Notary Law

Alabama law requires notaries to maintain a journal of notarial acts. This journal includes:

• Date and time of notarization
• Type of notarial act performed
• Type and details of identification presented
• Signature and printed name of the signer
• Description of the document notarized
• Fee charged for the service

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain technical information, including IP address, browser type, device type, pages visited, and referral source. This information is collected through standard web analytics tools and is used to improve our website and services.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide the notary, signing agent, apostille, fingerprinting, and officiant services you request
• Schedule and confirm appointments
• Communicate with you about your appointments, services, and inquiries
• Process payments and send invoices
• Comply with Alabama notary record-keeping requirements
• Submit documents to the Alabama Secretary of State, US Department of State, or other agencies as required for apostille services
• Coordinate loan signings with title companies and lenders
• File marriage certificates with probate courts when requested
• Improve our services and website
• Comply with legal obligations

How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

Service-Related Sharing

• Title companies and lenders: For loan signing services, we share signing completion and documentation as required by your transaction
• Government agencies: For apostille services, we submit your documents to the Alabama Secretary of State, US Department of State, or other authorities as required
• Probate court: When you elect our marriage certificate filing service, we file your certificate with the appropriate Alabama probate court

Service Providers

We work with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our business, including payment processors, scheduling platforms, and shipping carriers. These providers are limited to using your information only to perform services on our behalf.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information when required by law, in response to a subpoena or court order, to protect our rights or the rights of others, or to comply with legal obligations.

Notary Journal Records

Notary journal records are confidential and are not shared except as required by Alabama law, in response to a subpoena or court order, or as necessary to protect the integrity of the notarial act. These records are securely stored and retained for the period required by Alabama law.

Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience, analyze website usage, and provide personalized content. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain website features.

Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Request access to the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your information, subject to our legal obligations (notary journal records cannot be deleted before required retention periods)
• Opt out of marketing communications

To exercise these rights, please contact us at Malia@mbroxsonnotary.com.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. Some services (such as fingerprinting for international adoption) may involve children, but always with the consent and presence of a parent or legal guardian.

Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites. Please review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Malia Broxson, LLC dba M Broxson Notary
Email: Malia@mbroxsonnotary.com
Phone: (205) 259-8414
Service Area: Birmingham, Alabama