Terms of Service

Updated on March 18, 2025

By accessing or using the Arrive platform ("Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you disagree with any part of the terms, then you may not access the Service.

Description of Services

Arrive is an accounting platform that provides services to firm owners, bookkeepers, and clients. Our services include, but are not limited to: client management, automated accounting tasks, goal creation and tracking, advisory services, tax planning, secure document storage and sharing, integrated communication tools, and a virtual assistant (Ayyva) for process automation.

Registration Requirements

To use our Service, you must create an account. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during the registration process and to update such information to keep it accurate, current, and complete.

Account Security

You are responsible for safeguarding the password that you use to access the Service and for any activities or actions under your password. You agree not to disclose your password to any third party. You must notify us immediately upon becoming aware of any breach of security or unauthorized use of your account.

Account Types

  • Admin (Firm Owners): Full access to all platform features and user management.
  • Bookkeepers and accountants: Access to assigned client accounts and related features.
  • Client: Access to their own financial information and communication tools.

Information Sharing and Disclosure

  • Within the Platform: Information is shared between clients, bookkeepers, and admins as necessary for providing our services. Admins have access to all activity within the platform.
  • Third-Party Service Providers: We may share data with integrated services (e.g., QuickBooks, Ultra Tax) when you choose to use these integrations.
  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, regulation, or legal process.

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

SMS Communications

By opting in to SMS notifications, you can receive important updates, reminders, and alerts about your account, deadlines, and financial information directly to your mobile device. You can cancel the SMS service at any time by texting "STOP". Reply HELP for assistance, or contact support@arrive.com or 1-800-ARRIVE-HELP. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. Message and data rates may apply. You will receive up to 4 messages per month for standard account notifications, with additional messages for time-sensitive alerts.

Accurate Information

You agree to provide and maintain accurate, current, and complete information about yourself and your clients (where applicable).

Compliance with Laws

You agree to use the Service in compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and professional standards related to accounting and financial services.

Proper Use of the Platform

You agree not to misuse the Service, including: probing, scanning or testing vulnerabilities; breaching or circumventing security/authentication measures; accessing non-public areas; or interfering with any user, host, or network.

Ownership of Platform

Arrive and its licensors exclusively own all right, title, and interest in and to the Service, including all associated intellectual property rights.

User-Generated Content

You retain your rights to any content you submit, post or display on or through the Service. By doing so, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, transmit, and distribute such content.

Privacy and Data Protection

Our Privacy Policy is incorporated into these Terms and explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

Integrated Services

Our Service may include integrations with third-party services such as QuickBooks and Ultra Tax, subject to their own terms and privacy policies.

Disclaimer of Responsibility

We are not responsible for any third-party services or content made available through our Service.

Limitations of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Arrive shall not be liable for indirect, punitive, incidental, special, consequential or exemplary damages arising from use of the Service.

Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify and hold harmless Arrive and its licensees, licensors, employees, contractors, agents, officers and directors from claims arising out of your use of the Service, breach of these Terms, or content you post.

Arrive's Right to Terminate

We may terminate or suspend access to our Service immediately, without prior notice, for any reason, including breach of the Terms.

User's Right to Terminate

You may terminate these Terms at any time by discontinuing use of the Service and closing your account.

Changes to Terms

We may modify or replace these Terms at any time. Material changes will typically include at least 30 days' notice.

Privacy Policy

Updated on Aug 7, 2024

At Arrive, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal and financial information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your data when you use our accounting platform and related services, including our website, web application, and any mobile applications.

Information We Collect

  • Contact Information: name, email address, phone number, mailing address.
  • Business Information: company name, tax identification numbers, professional certifications (for firm owners/bookkeepers).
  • Financial Information: bank account information, transaction history, tax-related documents.
  • Communication Data: content of messages, emails, phone calls, and other platform communications.

Documents and Content

Financial documents, legal documents, generated reports, and any other documents uploaded for accounting or advisory purposes.

Usage Information

Log data (IP addresses, browser type, pages visited, time spent), device information, and information collected via cookies and similar technologies (see Cookie Policy).

How We Use Your Information

  • Providing and improving our services
  • Communication between clients, bookkeepers, and admins
  • Task management and automation (including Ayyva)
  • Analytics and business intelligence
  • Legal compliance

Information Sharing and Disclosure

  • Within the Platform (clients, bookkeepers, admins)
  • Third-Party Service Providers (e.g., QuickBooks, Ultra Tax)
  • Legal Requirements

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

Data Security

We implement encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest, regular security audits and penetration testing, strict access controls and authentication, and employee training on data protection. No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights and Choices

  • Access and Update your information
  • Communication Preferences / opt-out of marketing
  • Data Portability
  • Deletion of personal information, subject to legal retention obligations

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically; material changes will be posted with an updated "Last Updated" date.

Updated on Aug 7, 2024

Arrive uses cookies and similar technologies to provide, improve, and protect our services. A cookie is a small text file placed on your device when you visit a website, used to recognize your device and store information about preferences or past actions.

Strictly Necessary Cookies

Essential cookies for browsing and core functionality (security, network management, accessibility) — e.g., authentication cookies, session cookies, security cookies. These cannot be opted out of.

Functional Cookies

Remember choices and provide enhanced functionality/personalization — e.g., language preference, region preference, customizable platform parts.

Performance Cookies

Collect aggregated, anonymous information on site usage to help improve the website — e.g., web analytics, error management, testing/performance cookies.

Targeting/Advertising Cookies

Used to make advertising more relevant, prevent repetitive ads, and ensure proper ad display; may be set by advertising partners.

Third-Party Cookies

May include cookies from integrated services (QuickBooks, Ultra Tax), analytics services (e.g., Google Analytics), and advertising cookies.

How to Manage Cookies

Most browsers allow cookie management through their settings (Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Safari all have relevant options in Privacy/Settings menus). Disabling cookies may limit site functionality.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for legal/operational reasons.

Questions about these terms? Contact us at legal@arrive.accountants.