Text Message Donation Privacy Policy
Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how We the Builders ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you provide your phone number to receive text messages related to donations. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data with transparency and care.
Information we collect
We collect the following personal information when you opt in to receive text messages:
- Phone number
- Name (if provided)
- Donation history and preferences (if applicable)
How we use your information
We use your information solely for the following purposes:
- Sending you text messages about donation opportunities
- Processing your donations
- Providing you with receipts and acknowledgments
- Communicating important updates about our organization
- Responding to your inquiries or requests
Data protection and security
We take the security of your information seriously:
- All personal data is encrypted at rest
- We implement reasonable security measures to protect against unauthorized access
- Access to your information is limited to authorized personnel who need it to perform their job functions
Data retention
We will retain your personal information for a maximum of seven years after your last interaction with us, after which it will be securely deleted.
Data sharing
We will not share, sell, rent, or otherwise disclose your personal information to any third parties for any reason, except when required by law. Mobile information will not be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. All of the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.
Your rights
You have the right to:
- Opt out of text messages at any time by replying STOP to any of our messages
- Request access to your personal information that we hold
- Request correction of any inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your information (subject to our retention requirements)
- File a complaint with a supervisory authority if you believe your rights have been violated
Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website, and if the changes are significant, we will provide a more prominent notice.
Contact us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at [email protected].
Last Updated: May 3, 2025