LANDER PET CONNECTION - PRIVACY POLICY

Effective Date: 2024/08/01 and Last Update: 2026/07/01 We value your privacy and safeguard your personal information. This policy outlines how we collect, use, and manage your phone numbers for text messaging updates. Per national carrier compliance standards (CTIA & TCPA). Please read it carefully.

1. Collection of Phone Numbers Collect voluntarily provided phone numbers.

  • Sign ups - digital newsletters, animal alert feeds, or matching profiles.

  • Submissions - online adoption, foster or volunteer registration and on-site shelter consultation, or events.

  • Contact our shelter team directly via an initial text message or mobile inquiry.

3. Strict 3rd-Party Sharing Prohibition (Carrier Compliance)

We maintain Strict Confidentiality Standards.

  • Data Privacy: Mobile information, phone numbers, and explicit SMS consent text will notbe shared, sold, rented, or leased to third-party services, affiliate networks, or external organizations for marketing, promotional, or commercial purposes under any circumstances.

  • Internal Operations Only: All digital interactions are restricted entirely to our internal operations to ensure your information remains secure.

2. Use of Phone Numbers for SMS & Text Messaging

Your phone numbers are used exclusively to provide you with personalized, mission-driven services and updates. These communications include:

  • Real-time coordination for adoption, foster matching, and volunteer shifts.

  • Urgent field updates regarding local lost-and-found pet reports.

  • Reminders about upcoming scheduled appointments or regional resource distributions.

4. Opt-Out & User Consent (STOP / HELP)

You maintain total control over your mobile communications.

To Stop Messages: Simply reply STOP directly to any text message received from Lander Pet Connection. Upon receiving your command, we will instantly process your opt-out request and cease sending SMS updates to that mobile number.

  • To Get Assistance: Reply HELP to receive additional support or structural routing instructions from our shelter team.

Privacy Policy Changes: Periodically update may apply per evolving federal regulations and national communication trends.