PRIVACY POLICY

SMS Privacy Policy

Brown's Tree Service LC - Text Messaging Program

Effective Date: 10/15/2025

This SMS Privacy Policy supplements our general Privacy Policy and specifically addresses how we collect, use, and protect information related to our text messaging program.

INFORMATION WE COLLECT FOR SMS

When you opt into our text messaging program, we collect:

Mobile Phone Number: The number you provide for receiving text messages
Opt-In Date and Time: When you subscribed to the program
Opt-In Method: How you subscribed (website form, keyword, etc.)
Message Interaction Data: Delivery status, opt-out requests, and responses
Service Preferences: Types of messages you wish to receive
Customer Information: Name, property address, and service history (if applicable)

HOW WE USE YOUR MOBILE INFORMATION

Your mobile phone number and related SMS data are used exclusively to:

• Send you seasonal tree care reminders, tips, and educational content
• Provide service appointment confirmations and updates
• Deliver important alerts about tree health, pest warnings, and storm preparation
• Share special offers, promotions, and service availability
• Send company updates and announcements
• Respond to your text message inquiries
• Maintain records of your communication preferences
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

SMS DATA SHARING

We do not sell, rent, or trade your mobile phone number.

Your mobile information may be shared only with:

SMS Service Provider: Our authorized third-party platform that delivers text messages on our behalf
Wireless Carriers: Your mobile carrier for message transmission
Legal Authorities: When required by law, court order, or legal process

Our SMS service provider is contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for message delivery purposes.

CONSENT AND OPT-IN

By providing your mobile number and completing the opt-in process, you provide express written consent to receive automated and non-automated text messages from Brown's Tree Service LC. You understand that:

• Consent is not required to purchase our services
• You may opt-out at any time by replying STOP
• Standard message and data rates may apply
• Message frequency varies

OPT-OUT AND DATA DELETION

You may opt-out at any time by:
• Replying STOP to any text message
• Contacting us at (785) 379-9212 or [email protected]

Upon opt-out, we will:
• Immediately cease sending promotional messages
• Retain your number on our opt-out list to honor your preference
• Send one final confirmation message
• Continue to protect your information per our retention policies

DATA SECURITY FOR SMS

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your mobile information:

• Secure, encrypted data transmission
• Restricted access to mobile subscriber data
• Regular security audits of our SMS platform
• Compliance with carrier and regulatory security requirements
• Secure storage with our authorized SMS service provider

DATA RETENTION

We retain your mobile phone number and SMS program data:

• While you are an active subscriber to the program
• For a reasonable period after opt-out to honor your preferences
• As required by law or regulatory compliance (typically 3-5 years)
• For business records and dispute resolution purposes

YOUR RIGHTS

You have the right to:

• Access your mobile information in our SMS program
• Request corrections to your mobile number or preferences
• Opt-out of the SMS program at any time
• Request deletion of your data (subject to legal retention requirements)
• Receive information about how your data is used

To exercise these rights, contact us at (785) 379-9212 or [email protected]

INTEGRATION WITH GENERAL PRIVACY POLICY

This SMS Privacy Policy works in conjunction with our general Privacy Policy available at http://brownstreeservicelc.com/privacy. In case of conflict, this SMS Privacy Policy governs matters related to text messaging.

CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

Our SMS program is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect mobile information from minors. If we discover such information has been collected, we will delete it promptly.

CHANGES TO SMS PRIVACY POLICY

We may update this SMS Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on our website with the effective date. Continued participation in the SMS program after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

COMPLIANCE

Our SMS program complies with:
• Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA)
• CAN-SPAM Act
• CTIA Messaging Principles and Best Practices
• Carrier guidelines and requirements
• A2P 10DLC registration standards

CONTACT US

For questions about this SMS Privacy Policy or our text messaging practices:

Brown's Tree Service LC
841 Northwest Tyler Street, Topeka, Kansas 66608
Phone: (785) 379-9212
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://brownstreeservicelc.com/

By opting into our text messaging program, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to this SMS Privacy Policy.