Privacy Policy for Text Messages
### Introduction
This Privacy Policy outlines how we handle the collection, use, and management of your personal information in relation to our text messaging services. It also details the processes for opting in and out of receiving text messages from us.
### Opt-In Process
To receive text messages from us, you must provide explicit consent. This can be done through the following methods:
1. **Website Form**: Enter your phone number on a sign-up form on our website and agree to receive text messages.
2. **Text Keyword**: Text a designated keyword (e.g., “JOIN”) to our short code or phone number.
3. **Double Opt-In**: After the initial opt-in, you will receive a confirmation message asking you to reply “YES” to confirm your subscription.
By opting in, you consent to receive promotional messages, updates, and other communications from us.
### Opt-Out Process
You have the right to withdraw your consent and stop receiving text messages from us at any time. The opt-out process is straightforward:
1. **Text “STOP”**: Reply with the keyword “STOP” to any of our text messages.
2. **Immediate Processing**: Upon receiving your opt-out request, we will immediately remove your number from our messaging list.
3. **Confirmation**: You will receive a confirmation message indicating that you have been unsubscribed and will no longer receive messages from us.
### Data Collection and Use
We collect the following personal information when you opt in to our text messaging service:
– Name
– Mobile phone number
– Text message contents
– Texting preferences (opt-ins and opt-outs)
This information is used to manage our text messaging program, including sending you messages and processing your opt-in and opt-out requests. We may share this information with service providers who assist us in delivering our services, but they are not permitted to use your information for their own purposes.
### Compliance
Our opt-in and opt-out processes comply with relevant legal frameworks, including the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). We ensure that:
– Opt-out instructions are clear and easy to follow.
– Opt-out requests are processed immediately and free of charge.
– Records of opt-in and opt-out requests are maintained for compliance purposes.
### Security
We take measures to protect your personal information, but we cannot guarantee its security during transmission or storage. We encourage you to review our full Privacy Policy for more details on how we protect your data.
### Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our text messaging services, please contact us at [Contact Information].
By opting in to receive text messages from us, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.