Connecticut AG settles with TaxAct over taxpayer data disclosures via tracking tech

What happened

On August 19, 2026, Connecticut Attorney General William Tong announced a $275,000 settlement with TaxAct for improperly disclosing taxpayer information to advertising partners through third‑party tracking technologies. The settlement requires TaxAct to implement a comprehensive governance program for such technologies, including a review committee, written policies, documentation, tag‑monitoring, and independent audits.

Penalty

$275,000 settlement

Why it matters for trust and compliance

• Its status is settled. The case has an outcome that others may cite.
• The settlement underscores heightened regulatory scrutiny of third‑party tracking and the handling of financial personal data.
• Penalty: $275,000 settlement.

Who is affected

Recommended actions

1. Review consent, cookie and tracking practices against the requirement.
2. Check that privacy notices describe the practices this addresses.
3. Identify affected vendors and update due-diligence and contract terms.