SMS Terms and Conditions
Effective Date: January 1, 2026
These SMS Terms and Conditions ("SMS Terms") govern your receipt of text messages from Data Validation and Security ("Company," "we," "us," or "our"). By opting in to receive SMS messages from us, you agree to these SMS Terms.
Program Name: Data Validation and Security Research Surveys
Program Description: Survey invitations and research questionnaires related to public opinion on policy issues and related research topics.
Message Frequency: Message frequency varies based on active research projects. You may receive up to 10 messages per month during active research periods.
Message and Data Rates: Message and data rates may apply. Check with your wireless carrier for details.
Consent and Opt-In
By providing your phone number and agreeing to receive SMS messages from us, you expressly consent to receive recurring automated text messages from Data Validation and Security at the phone number you provided. You confirm that you are the subscriber or customary user of this phone number and are authorized to opt in.
Your consent to receive SMS messages is not a condition of any purchase, service, or participation in our client services.
What Messages You Will Receive
If you opt in, you may receive text messages including:
- Invitations to participate in research surveys
- Survey questions related to public policy or research topics
- Follow-up messages related to surveys you have started
- Confirmation messages related to your opt-in or opt-out status
We do not send marketing, promotional, or advertising messages unrelated to research participation.
How to Opt Out
You can opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time by:
- Replying STOP to any message you receive from us
- Emailing us at [email protected]
- Calling us at (202) 555-0142
After you opt out, you will receive a one-time confirmation message, and no further messages will be sent unless you opt in again.
How to Get Help
For help or more information about our SMS program:
- Reply HELP to any message you receive from us
- Email [email protected]
- Call (202) 555-0142
Supported Carriers
Our SMS program is supported by major U.S. wireless carriers, including AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, Sprint, and others. Carrier participation may change. Contact your carrier for details about your text messaging plan.
Privacy
Your privacy is important to us. We do not sell, rent, or share your phone number with third parties for their marketing purposes.
Information collected through our SMS program may include:
- Your phone number
- SMS opt-in consent and timestamp
- Survey responses submitted via text message
- Opt-out requests
This information is used solely for conducting research surveys and administering the SMS program.
For complete details on how we collect, use, protect, and retain your information, please see our Privacy Policy.
No Warranty
We do not guarantee that SMS messages will be delivered. Delivery is subject to transmission limitations, carrier availability, and your wireless service provider.
Changes to These SMS Terms
We may update these SMS Terms from time to time. The updated version will be indicated by the "Effective Date" at the top of this page. Continued participation in our SMS program after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.
Contact Information
Data Validation and Security
221 W 10th Street #51
Wilmington, DE 19801
United States
Email: [email protected]
Quick Reference:
Text STOP to opt out
Text HELP for assistance
Message and data rates may apply
Message frequency varies