Privacy Policy
Your privacy is very important to us. Accordingly, we have developed this Policy in order for you to understand how we collect, use, communicate and disclose and make use of personal information. The following outlines our privacy policy.
- Before or at the time of collecting personal information, we will identify the purposes for which information is being collected.
- We will collect and use personal information solely with the objective of fulfilling those purposes specified by us and for other compatible purposes, unless we obtain the consent of the individual concerned or as required by law.
- We will only retain personal information as long as necessary for the fulfillment of those purposes.
- We will collect personal information by lawful and fair means and, where appropriate, with the knowledge or consent of the individual concerned.
- Personal data should be relevant to the purposes for which it is to be used, and, to the extent necessary for those purposes, should be accurate, complete, and up-to-date.
- We will protect personal information by reasonable security safeguards against loss or theft, as well as unauthorized access, disclosure, copying, use or modification.
- We will make readily available to customers information about our policies and practices relating to the management of personal information.
We are committed to conducting our business in accordance with these principles in order to ensure that the confidentiality of personal information is protected and maintained.
PRIVACY POLICY ADDENDUM: SMS COMMUNICATIONS COMPLIANCE
SMS Messaging and Consent
StephenGBowling.com (“we,” “us,” “our”) may offer you the opportunity to receive updates, promotions, order notifications, and other marketing or informational messages via SMS or MMS text messages (“Text Messages”).
By opting in to receive Text Messages from us, you consent to receive recurring automated or non-automated messages at the mobile phone number you provided. Your consent to receive Text Messages is not required as a condition of purchasing any goods or services.
Message Frequency and Content
Message frequency may vary depending on your interactions with us and the nature of your subscription. Messages may include updates about new book releases, special promotions, author events, and other communications related to Stephen G. Bowling and our affiliated brands.
Data Collection and Use
When you opt in to SMS communications, we collect your mobile phone number and may associate it with your name, email address, and order or interaction history. This information is used solely to deliver the requested Text Messages and to maintain compliance with applicable laws.
We do not sell, rent, or share your mobile phone number with unaffiliated third parties for their own marketing purposes. Your information is safeguarded in accordance with our general Privacy Policy.
Opt-Out and Help Instructions
You may opt out of receiving Text Messages at any time by replying STOP to any message you receive from us. After doing so, you may receive one final message confirming that you have been unsubscribed.
If you need assistance, reply HELP or contact us at:
📧 info@stephengbowling.com
Message and Data Rates
Message and data rates may apply to each Text Message sent or received, in accordance with your mobile service plan. Check with your mobile carrier for details.
Supported Carriers and Delivery
Message delivery is subject to your carrier’s network availability. We are not liable for delays or failures in message delivery caused by carrier issues or network conditions.
TCPA and CTIA Compliance
All Text Message campaigns are conducted in accordance with:
Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA)
Controlling the Assault of Non-Solicited Pornography and Marketing Act (CAN-SPAM, for SMS)
CTIA Messaging Principles and Best Practices
Applicable state privacy laws (CCPA/CPRA, VCDPA, etc.)
We maintain records of all express consents obtained and honor all opt-out requests promptly.