Our cloud computing & SaaS providers

Last Updated: 25 October 2026

Outlined below is a list of the Cloud Computing services used by Canberra Tax Solutions, along with details on data storage locations and the associated privacy and security standards. 

LodgeiT

Canberra Tax Solutions uses LodgeiT, a dedicated tax agent-only software for all tax lodgements. LodgeiT stores all user data securely in the Amazon Cloud in Australia, leveraging Amazon Web Services (AWS) infrastructure to ensure data security and compliance with global Information Security Management Systems. LodgeiT holds an ISO 27001 Certification, an internationally recognised information security management standard that specifies leading practices and comprehensive security controls. LodgeiT is subject to Australian privacy law. 

For more information on LodgeiT data security and compliance, please click here.

Microsoft Office 365 / OneDrive

Canberra Tax Solutions uses Microsoft Office 365 for email communication and OneDrive to store client files. Office 365 is a cloud-based service from Microsoft that ensures secure and reliable email delivery. Microsoft Office email data is hosted within Australia. Microsoft Office 365 adheres to the following standards: ISO 27001, ISO 27018, SSAE 18 SOC 1 and SOC 2, HIPAA, and EU Model Clauses (EUMC).

For more information on Microsoft data security and compliance, please click here. 

QuickBooks Online (QBO) 

QuickBooks Online production equipment is housed in both Intuit-operated and Amazon Web Services (AWS) data centres with 24/7 physical security, full-time security guards, video surveillance, and alarms to prevent high-tech breaches. QuickBooks Online uses industry-standard SSL encryption to protect its online data. Intuit, the owner of QuickBooks, is a global company and may access or store personal information in multiple countries, including countries outside of Australia, to the extent permitted by applicable law. 

For further information in relation to QuickBooks Online data security, please click here. 

For further information in relation to Intuit's Global Privacy Statement, please click here. 

Xero 

Xero uses Amazon Web Services (AWS) to host data for its online and mobile services with servers located in the US. AWS is a top-tier, third-party hosting provider. Xero holds an ISO 27001 Certification, an internationally recognised information security management standard that specifies leading practices and comprehensive security controls. Xero is subject to Australian privacy law.  

For more information in relation to Xero's data hosting and commitment to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), please click here.

Seamlss

Seamlss is a secure, streamlined client onboarding and digital identification provider. All user data, client profiles, and records are hosted and stored securely on cloud infrastructure located entirely within Australia. Temporary biometric processing occurs securely via Stripe Identity in the United States before being instantly mirrored back onto the onshore Australian servers.  Seamlss applies bank-level encryption key management to shield data both in transit and at rest across all database frameworks. The platform enforces strict Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and maintains an advanced security posture with continuous compliance monitoring. To safeguard sensitive physical identification and minimise cyber footprints, Seamlss automatically and permanently deletes all submitted identity document images and selfies after 14 days. 

For more information bout Seamlss' Privacy Policy, please click here.