Privacy Policy
Effective June 11, 2026 · Version 1.5 · StatusReady LLC, Mobile, Alabama, USA
1. Introduction
StatusReady LLC (“StatusReady,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains:
- What personal information we collect from you
- How we use that information to prepare your USCIS documents
- With whom we may share your information
- How we protect your information
- Your rights regarding your personal information
By using our website, submitting an inquiry, or becoming a client of StatusReady, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide Directly
When you use our services, we collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, which may include:
- Full legal name, date of birth, and country of birth
- Current and prior addresses
- Email address and phone number
- Immigration status, visa category, and USCIS case numbers
- Alien Registration Number (A-Number), if applicable
- Passport and travel document information
- Employment history and employer information
- Spouse and family member information relevant to your form
- Supporting documents you upload (photos, identification, court records, etc.)
- Payment information (processed securely through Stripe — we do not store card numbers)
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
When you visit statusready.co, we may automatically collect:
- IP address and general geographic location
- Browser type, device type, and operating system
- Pages visited, time spent on pages, and links clicked
- Referring website or source
This information is used for website analytics and service improvement only. We do not sell or share this data with third parties for marketing purposes.
2.3 Communications
We retain records of all communications between you and StatusReady, including messages sent through our client portal, email, and any chat or messaging tools we use to deliver your service.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information solely for the following purposes:
- To prepare and complete your USCIS form(s) accurately based on the information you provide
- To generate a personalized document checklist and communicate your case status
- To process payment through Stripe
- To send you status updates, reminders, and your completed form package via email
- To comply with applicable legal obligations
- To improve our services and prevent fraud
We do not use your personal information for marketing purposes without your explicit consent. We do not build advertising profiles from your data.
4. How We Share Your Information
4.1 We Do Not Sell Your Data
StatusReady does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to any third party. Ever.
4.2 Service Providers
We work with a limited number of trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our business. These providers only receive the minimum data necessary to perform their function and are contractually prohibited from using your data for any other purpose. Current service providers include:
| Provider | Purpose | Data Shared |
|---|---|---|
| Stripe | Payment processing | Name, email, payment info |
| Tally | Client intake and waitlist forms | Personal and case information you submit through our forms |
| Airtable | CRM and case management | Client contact and case data |
| Google Workspace | Business email and document storage | Email communications, stored files |
| Make.com | Workflow automation | Data passed between systems |
| Anthropic / Claude AI | AI-assisted form preparation | Form data required to complete your form |
| Relay Business Banking | Business banking and payment receipt | Payment deposits transferred from Stripe |
| QuickBooks Online | Bookkeeping and financial recordkeeping | Payment transactions, client invoicing records |
| Plaid | Bank-data aggregation between Stripe, QuickBooks Online, and Relay | Bank account verification, transaction data |
| Webflow | Website hosting (statusready.co) | Website visitor data (IP, browser, page views) |
4.3 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or lawful government request. We will notify you of any such disclosure to the extent permitted by law.
5. Immigration Data — Special Handling
We understand that immigration data is among the most sensitive personal information that exists. We treat all immigration-related information — including A-Numbers, visa history, court records, and case details — with the highest level of care.
- We do not share immigration data with any government agency except as required by a valid legal process
- We do not share immigration data with ICE, DHS, or any enforcement agency voluntarily
- We do not use your immigration data for advertising, research, or any purpose outside of completing your form
- All staff and AI systems with access to immigration data are subject to strict confidentiality obligations
Your immigration data is used solely to prepare your USCIS form(s) and deliver them to you.
6. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, alteration, or disclosure. Our security practices include:
- All data transmitted to and from statusready.co is encrypted via SSL/TLS
- Client documents and data are stored in access-controlled cloud environments
- Access to client data is limited to StatusReady’s CEO and authorized automated systems
- Payment data is handled entirely by Stripe and is never stored on our servers
No method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security. In the event of a data breach affecting your information, we will notify you promptly as required by applicable law.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for the following periods:
| Data Type | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Completed client case files | 3 years from case completion |
| Payment transaction records | 7 years (tax and legal compliance) |
| Website visitor data (analytics) | 12 months |
| Incomplete or cancelled inquiries | 90 days from last contact, then deleted |
| Waitlist and marketing contacts (email) | 3 years from collection, or until you unsubscribe |
After the applicable retention period, your data is securely deleted or anonymized.
8. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights with respect to your personal information:
- Access — Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
- Correction — Request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information
- Deletion — Request that we delete your personal information, subject to legal retention requirements
- Portability — Request that we provide your data in a machine-readable format
- Withdrawal of Consent — Withdraw consent for data processing at any time (this may affect our ability to complete your form preparation)
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at hello@statusready.co. We will respond within 30 days.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe a minor has submitted information to us, please contact us at hello@statusready.co and we will promptly delete it.
Note: If your USCIS form requires information about your minor children as part of the application (for example, dependents listed on an I-485), that information is collected as part of your case and is handled under the same protections described in this Policy.
10. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience and analyze website traffic. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Disabling cookies will not prevent you from using our services but may affect some website functionality.
We do not use third-party advertising cookies. We do not participate in behavioral advertising networks.
11. International Clients
StatusReady LLC is based in the United States and our services are governed by U.S. law. If you are accessing our services from outside the United States, please be aware that your information will be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States.
By using our services, you consent to this transfer. We take all reasonable steps to ensure your data is treated securely and in accordance with this Privacy Policy regardless of where it is processed.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. When we make material changes, we will:
- Update the version number and effective date at the top of this document
- Post the updated policy at statusready.co/privacy
- Notify active clients by email at least 14 days before the changes take effect
Your continued use of our services after the effective date of any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us:
- Business: StatusReady LLC
- Email: hello@statusready.co
- Website: statusready.co
- Location: Mobile, Alabama, USA
- Response time: within 30 days of receipt
StatusReady LLC is a non-attorney document preparation service. We are not a law firm and do not provide legal advice. · statusready.co · hello@statusready.co