WISP Weekly

Subject: WISP Compliance for PTIN Holders: Ensuring IRS & FTC Data Protection As a small-business tax preparer with a PTIN, you’re required to implement an IRS-approved Written Information Security Program (WISP) that meets FTC standards for safeguarding sensitive client data. This guide breaks down key WISP components—like risk assessments, access controls, encryption, and breach-response procedures—and aligns them with FTC data-protection rules. Follow these practical steps to secure your practice, maintain regulatory compliance, and protect your professional reputation.

May 17, 2025

The Compliance Wingman | May 2023 | Vol. 3, Issue 5 Is Your WISP a Paper Tiger? 5 IRS & FTC Safeguards Hacks to Bulletproof Client Data Subject: Your PTIN’s Lifeline: Nail WISP Compliance Before Renewal DayPreview: Skip the panic—5 simple steps to bulletproof your Written Info Security Plan for IRS & FTC bliss. Hey… Read.