IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING TEXT MESSAGING DATA

Gilston Kalin Communications, LLC ("we," "us," or "our") DOES NOT share customer opt-in information, including phone numbers and consent records, with any affiliates or third parties for marketing, promotional, or any other purposes unrelated to providing our direct services. All text messaging originator opt-in data is kept strictly confidential.

INFORMATION WE COLLECT

SMS Opt-In Data We collect the following information related to SMS messaging:

Mobile phone number
Opt-in records and timestamps for all communication channels
The specific types of messages you consented to receive (marketing, transactional, or both)
Records of your opt-in method (website form, paper form, QR code, etc.)

We maintain timestamped records of all opt-in actions and comply with the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) and all applicable laws.

SMS MESSAGING & COMPLIANCE

Text Message Program Terms & Conditions By opting into our SMS messaging services, you agree to receive text messages related to our services, including appointment reminders, customer support, and important updates.

Opt-In & Consent

You will only receive messages if you have explicitly opted in
We maintain timestamped records of all opt-in actions
We comply with the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) and all applicable laws

Opt-Out Instructions

You can cancel SMS notifications at any time by replying "STOP" or "UNSUBSCRIBE"
You will receive a final confirmation message, and no further messages will be sent unless you re-opt in
All opt-out requests are processed immediately

Message Frequency & Content

Message frequency varies based on your interactions with our business. You may receive up to 4 messages per month for non-marketing communications, and up to 8 messages per month if you opt in to marketing communications
Messages will be directly related to the services you have requested
We do not send promotional content without specific consent

Help & Support

Reply "HELP" for assistance or contact us at fruffing@traderegs.com
Customer support is available during regular business hours

Carrier Information

Standard message and data rates may apply
Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages
Supported carriers include AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, Sprint, and most regional carriers

SMS Data Protection Statement

No mobile information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. Information sharing to subcontractors in support services, such as customer service, is permitted. All other use case categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.

We implement strict data protection measures to safeguard your SMS opt-in information and consent records.

DATA SHARING AND DISCLOSURE

SMS Data Exclusion All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties, excluding aggregators and providers of the Text Message services.

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