Privacy Policy of Dods Communications, Inc.

Dods Communications, Inc. operates the Dods Communications, Inc. website, which provides the Business Phone Systems and Business Communication Solutions and Communication Services.

This page is used to inform website visitors regarding our policies with the collection, use, and disclosure of Personal Information if anyone decided to use our Service, the Dods Communications, Inc. website.

If you choose to use our Service, then you agree to the collection and use of information in relation with this policy. The Personal Information that we collect are used for providing and improving the Service. We will not use or share your information with anyone except as described in this Privacy Policy.

The terms used in this Privacy Policy have the same meanings as in our Terms and Conditions, which is accessible at https://dodscomm.com/, unless otherwise defined in this Privacy Policy.

Information Collection and Use

For a better experience while using our Service, we may require you to provide us with certain personally identifiable information, including but not limited to your name, phone number, and postal address. The information that we collect will be used to contact or identify you.

Log Data

We want to inform you that whenever you visit our Service, we collect information that your browser sends to us that is called Log Data. This Log Data may include information such as your computer’s Internet Protocol (“IP”) address, browser version, pages of our Service that you visit, the time and date of your visit, the time spent on those pages, and other statistics.

Cookies

Cookies are files with small amount of data that is commonly used an anonymous unique identifier. These are sent to your browser from the website that you visit and are stored on your computer’s hard drive.

Our website uses these “cookies” to collection information and to improve our Service. You have the option to either accept or refuse these cookies and know when a cookie is being sent to your computer. If you choose to refuse our cookies, you may not be able to use some portions of our Service.

Service Providers

We may employ third-party companies and individuals due to the following reasons:

• To facilitate our Service;
• To provide the Service on our behalf;
• To perform Service-related services; or
• To assist us in analyzing how our Service is used.

We want to inform our Service users that these third parties have access to your Personal Information. The reason is to perform the tasks assigned to them on our behalf. However, they are obligated not to disclose or use the information for any other purpose.

Security

We value your trust in providing us your Personal Information, thus we are striving to use commercially acceptable means of protecting it. But remember that no method of transmission over the internet, or method of electronic storage is 100% secure and reliable, and we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

Links to Other Sites

Our Service may contain links to other sites. If you click on a third-party link, you will be directed to that site. Note that these external sites are not operated by us. Therefore, we strongly advise you to review the Privacy Policy of these websites. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services.

Children’s Privacy

Our Services do not address anyone under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal identifiable information from children under 13. In the case we discover that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we immediately delete this from our servers. If you are a parent or guardian and you are aware that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so that we will be able to do necessary actions.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. Thus, we advise you to review this page periodically for any changes. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page. These changes are effective immediately, after they are posted on this page.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or suggestions about our Privacy Policy, do not hesitate to contact us.

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: March 10, 2025

1. Data Collection We collect personal information that you provide to us, including but not limited to your name, email address, phone number, and any other details necessary for our services. Additionally, we may collect data automatically, such as IP addresses, device information, and browsing activity on our website.

2. Data Usage The information collected is used to:

• Provide and improve our services
• Communicate with you regarding updates, promotions, and other relevant information
• Enhance customer experience and support
• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

3. Data Sharing Any phone number collected as part of SMS consent will not be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing purposes. We may share personal information with service providers who assist in delivering our services, but they are contractually bound to protect your data.

4. Data Protection We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. Despite these efforts, no data transmission over the internet can be guaranteed as completely secure.

5. User Rights You have the right to:

• Access, correct, or delete your personal information
• Restrict or object to certain data processing activities
• Withdraw your consent for data processing where applicable To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.

6. Opt-In and Opt-Out By providing your phone number, you consent to receive SMS messages from us. You can opt out at any time by replying “STOP” to any message you receive. You may also contact our customer service to be removed from our SMS list.

7. Contact Information For any privacy-related inquiries, please contact us at:

Dods Communications, Inc.
7702 FM 1960 E., Suite 318
Humble, TX 77346
281-548-2121
contactus@dodscomm.com

8. Policy Updates We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on our website with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

9. Compliance with Laws We comply with all applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), where applicable.

10. Accessibility This Privacy Policy is easily accessible on our website and available upon request in alternative formats to accommodate users with disabilities.

By using our services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

Texting Terms and Conditions: 

1- SMS Consent Communication:
The information  (281-548-2121) obtained as part of the SMS consent process will not be shared with third parties for marketing purposes.

2- Types of SMS Communications:
Your phone number may be used by our representatives, delivery drivers, or other authorized personnel to send SMS messages related to the following:

• Office Closures: Notifications may be sent regarding closures due to inclement weather, maintenance, or other emergencies.
• Follow-Ups: You may receive follow-up messages to inform you of unexpected delays, service outages, or to provide updates and next steps.
• Reminders: Reminder messages may be sent to confirm scheduled appointments or to provide expected delivery dates and times.

3- Message Frequency:

Message frequency may vary. You may receive up to five (5) SMS message messages per week related to your appointments or account status to include office closures, follow-ups and reminder messages. 

Message and data rates may apply.
You can opt out at any time by texting “STOP.”

4- Potential Fees for SMS Messaging:
Please note that standard message and data rates may apply, depending on your carrier’s pricing plan. These fees may vary if the message is sent domestically or internationally.

5- Opt-In Method:
You may opt-in to receive SMS messages from Dods Communications, Inc. in the following ways:

• Verbally, during a conversation
• By submitting an online form

6- Opt-Out Method:
You can opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time. To do so, simply reply “STOP” to any SMS message you receive. Alternatively, you can contact us directly to request removal from our messaging list.

7- Help:

If you are experiencing any issues, you can reply with the keyword HELP. Or you can get help directly from us at 281-548-2121. If you do not wish to receive SMS messages, you can choose not to check the SMS consent box on our form: https://www.dodscomm.com/contact-form/.

8- Standard Messaging Disclosures:

Message and data rates may apply.
You can opt out at any time by texting “STOP.”
For assistance, text “HELP” or visit our privacy policy: https://www.dodscomm.com/privacy-policy/
Message frequency may vary.