SMS Privacy

SMS Privacy Policy – Congregation Etz Chaim

Congregation Etz Chaim respects your privacy. This SMS Privacy Policy explains how we collect and use information in connection with our SMS text messaging programs, including Minyan Alerts and future congregation messaging programs.

  1. Information We Collect
    • Mobile phone number
    • Message interaction data (such as opt-in, opt-out, HELP/STOP activity)
    • Consent metadata (timestamp, source, and consent text version)
  2. How We Use Information
    • To send congregation SMS program messages, including reminders, signups, cancellations, and urgent alerts
    • To maintain compliance with messaging laws and carrier requirements
    • To manage opt-in/opt-out preferences
  3. Message Frequency
    • Message frequency varies. Participants can expect approximately 5-20 messages per month.
  4. Opt-Out
    • You may opt out at any time by replying STOP.
    • After opting out, you will no longer receive SMS messages from this sender scope unless you re-subscribe.
  5. Help
    • Reply HELP for assistance, or contact us at or 770-973-0137 (Mon-Fri 9:00 AM-5:00 PM ET).
  6. Data Sharing
    • We do not sell your personal information.
    • We may share necessary data with service providers/platforms used to deliver messaging.
  7. Security and Retention
    • We use reasonable safeguards for stored data.
    • Consent and messaging records are retained according to our compliance and operational requirements.
  8. Contact
    • Congregation Etz Chaim
    • 1190 Indian Hills Parkway, Marietta, GA 30068
    • 770-973-0137