Privacy Policy for SMS/MMS Communications
Last Updated: 9/3/24
1. Introduction
At Animal Care Clinic, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect the information you provide when you opt-in to receive SMS/MMS communications from us.
2. Information We Collect
When you opt-in to receive SMS/MMS communications from Animal Care Clinic, we may collect the following information:
- Phone Number: Your mobile phone number.
- Message Data: The content of the messages you send or receive, including the date, time, and frequency of messages.
- Device Information: Information about your device, such as its model, operating system, and carrier, may be collected to enhance your experience.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected to:
- Send you the information, updates, promotions, and offers you have requested.
- Personalize and improve our SMS/MMS services.
- Ensure compliance with regulations and carrier requirements.
- Analyze usage patterns to improve our communications.
4. Sharing Your Information
Animal Care Clinic does not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for their marketing purposes. However, we may share your information with:
- Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who help us deliver our SMS/MMS services. These providers are required to protect your information and use it only for the purpose of providing services to us.
- Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, or if we believe such action is necessary to comply with legal obligations, protect our rights, or ensure the safety of our users.
5. Your Choices
- Opt-Out: You may opt out of receiving SMS/MMS messages from us at any time by replying “STOP” to any message you receive. After opting out, you will no longer receive messages from us, except for service-related communications required to fulfill your requests or comply with legal obligations.
- Update Information: If your contact information changes, please let us know so we can update our records and continue providing you with relevant information.
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. However, no method of transmission over the internet or mobile networks is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Children’s Privacy
Our SMS/MMS services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 18. If you believe we have collected information from someone under 18, please contact us so we can take appropriate action.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make changes, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy and notify you via SMS/MMS or other appropriate means.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our SMS/MMS communications, please contact us at:
Animal Care Clinic
215 S 2nd St., Ste 1C
Branson, MO 65616
(417) 334-7696