SMS/Text Messaging Privacy Policy
1. Introduction
Torah and Language Academy ("TAL Academy," "we," "our," or "us") values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This SMS/Text Messaging Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information obtained through our text messaging services. By providing your mobile phone number and opting in to receive text messages from us, you agree to the terms of this policy.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following information:
Personal Information
Name
Mobile phone number
Email address (if provided)
Other information you voluntarily provide to us
Non-Personal Information
Message delivery and response data
Anonymous usage information
Device and carrier information as provided by our messaging platform
3. How We Use Your Information
We may use your information to:
Communicate with parents, guardians, students, staff, and community members
Send school announcements, reminders, event notifications, and emergency communications
Respond to inquiries and requests
Improve our communication services
Maintain records of communications
4. SMS Consent and Information Sharing
We respect your privacy and maintain the confidentiality of your information.
No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. SMS opt-in data and consent will not be sold, rented, or shared with any third parties for their marketing purposes.
We may disclose information only:
With your consent
To comply with applicable laws, regulations, court orders, or legal processes
To protect the rights, property, or safety of Torah and Language Academy, our students, staff, or others
5. Message Frequency and Charges
Message frequency may vary depending on your relationship with the school and the services for which you have enrolled. Message and data rates may apply according to your mobile carrier's plan.
6. Opting Out
You may opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time by replying STOP.
After opting out, you will receive a confirmation message and will no longer receive SMS communications from us unless you opt in again.
For assistance, reply HELP or contact us using the information below.
7. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Your Rights
You may:
Request access to your personal information
Request correction of inaccurate information
Request deletion of information where applicable
Withdraw consent to receive SMS communications
Ask questions about how your information is used
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any updates will be posted on our website with a revised effective date.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or our text messaging practices, please contact us:
Torah and Language Academy
Email: info@talacademy.org
Phone:(516) 218-1929
Website: https://talacademy.org