SMS Privacy Policy

Dermatology Experts of Texas dba Ivy Dermatology & Surgery Clinic (“we,” “us,” “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information related to SMS text messages.

1. Information We Collect (SMS)

  • Phone Number: When you opt in to receive SMS communications from us, we collect your phone number and any related contact details you voluntarily provide (e.g., your name if you choose to share it).

2. How We Use Your Information

  • SMS Updates: We use your phone number solely to send you the text messages you have consented to receive, such as general updates, promotional offers, or other notices.

  • No Third-Party Sharing: We do not share or sell your phone number to third parties for their own marketing purposes.

3. Opt-In and Consent

  • By providing your phone number and confirming your desire to receive SMS messages (e.g., checking a box, replying “YES,” or another consent mechanism), you explicitly agree to receive text messages from us at the phone number provided.

4. How We Share Your Information

  • Service Providers: Your text messaging originator opt-in data and consent will not be shared with any third parties for any purpose beyond facilitating our text message communications.

  • Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if we believe it is required by law, regulation, or legal process.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect the information you provide. However, no data transmission over wireless or internet networks can be guaranteed as 100% secure.

6. Retention

We retain your phone number only as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose of sending you text messages or as required by law.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our SMS program is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from minors under 13 without parental consent.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this SMS Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will become effective upon posting the revised policy, and your continued receipt of SMS messages after such posting indicates acceptance of the updated terms.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this SMS Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

  • Email: contact@clinicivy.com

  • Address: 1209 Hall Johnson Rd, Colleyville, TX 76034

  • Phone: (817) 888-8524

SMS Terms of Service

By opting in to receive SMS text messages from Dermatology Experts of Texas dba Ivy Dermatology & Surgery Clinic (“we,” “us,” “our”), you agree to these Terms of Service. If you do not agree, please do not subscribe or promptly opt out.

1. Description of SMS Program

  • We send SMS messages to subscribers regarding updates, offers, and other general (non-medical) notices.

2. Message Frequency

  • Message Frequency May Vary: The number of messages you receive depends on your activity, preferences, or updates we may need to send.

3. Cost

  • Message and Data Rates: Standard message and data rates may apply per your wireless plan. Check with your carrier for details.

4. Opt-Out and Help

  • Opt-Out: You can opt out of SMS at any time by replying “STOP” to any text message from us. You will receive one final confirmation message and then will not receive further messages unless you opt in again.

  • Help: For assistance, reply “HELP” or contact us at (817) 888-8524 or contact@clinicivy.com.

5. Your Obligations

  • Accurate Information: You agree to provide and maintain accurate phone number information.

  • Lawful Use: You will not use the SMS service for any unlawful or abusive purpose.

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

  • We provide the SMS service “as is” and “as available” without any express or implied warranties. We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free service.

7. Limitation of Liability

  • To the fullest extent permitted by law, we are not liable for indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from or related to your use of the SMS service.

8. Indemnification

  • You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold us harmless from any claims arising out of your breach of these Terms or misuse of the SMS service.

9. Changes to the Terms

  • We may revise these Terms at any time. Any changes take effect upon posting. Your continued receipt of SMS messages after the revised Terms are posted signifies your acceptance.

10. Governing Law

  • These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Texas without regard to conflict of law principles.

11. Contact Us

For any questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

  • Email: contact@clinicivy.com

  • Address: 1209 Hall Johnson Rd, Colleyville, TX 76034

  • Phone: (817) 888-8524