Privacy Policy and Informed Consent for Text (SMS) Messaging

W.C. Mepham High School Alumni Association

With your consent, W.C. Mepham High School Alumni Association may send text (SMS) messages to the mobile number you have provided in our records. No mobile information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.

By providing your informed consent where indicated, you acknowledge that you have read and understood the information below and agree to participate in our text (SMS) messaging service. Message frequency may vary; reply STOP to opt out; reply HELP for help; message and data rates may apply.

Purpose and description

W.C. Mepham High School Alumni Association’s text (SMS) messaging service is designed to provide helpful information, reminders, and notifications via text messages sent to your mobile phone. Messaging frequency may vary. Reply STOP to unsubscribe; reply HELP for help. Message and data rates may apply.

We may use text (SMS) messages to communicate with you for purposes that may include:

• Announcements and reminders of upcoming events
• Reminders about membership renewal
• Surveys and polls
• Important organizational updates and time-sensitive notices

Voluntary participation and opting out

Participation in our text (SMS) messaging service is entirely voluntary. You have the right to refuse or withdraw your consent at any time.

• To opt out at any time, reply STOP to any message.
• For assistance, reply HELP or contact us at susan@mephamalumni.org.
• Standard message and data rates may apply.

Benefits and risks

Benefits: The text (SMS) messaging service aims to keep you informed about W.C. Mepham High School Alumni Association by providing an additional method of convenient and timely communication.

Risks: While every effort will be made to protect the security and confidentiality of information transmitted through text (SMS) messages, there are inherent risks associated with all electronic communication. These risks include unauthorized access, loss of privacy, and potential breach of sensitive information. Text (SMS) messages may not be entirely secure and could be intercepted or accessed by unintended recipients.

Potential costs

Participation in the text (SMS) messaging service may involve standard text messaging charges applied by your mobile service provider. Please consult your mobile service provider regarding any applicable fees or charges.

Compliance note: “Message frequency may vary,” “Reply STOP to opt out,” “Reply HELP for help,” and “Message and data rates may apply” are commonly used disclosures in SMS opt-in language.