Privacy Policy for Text Messaging (SMS)

Privacy Policy for Text Messaging (SMS)
Effective Date: June 25, 2026
Company: Ninth Design Studio LLC

1. Introduction
Ninth Design Studio LLC (“Ninth Design Studio,” “we,” “our,”or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Text Messaging Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you opt in to receive SMS (text) messages from us. This policy applies specifically to communications sent via SMS and should be read together with our general Privacy Policy (if applicable).

2. Information We Collect
When you opt in to receive text messages, we may collect:            

-Your mobile phone number            
-Your name          
-Project-related information or preferences you provide            
-Message interaction data (e.g., delivery status, responses)

We do not collect sensitive personal information via SMS unless voluntarily provided by you.

3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
       
-Communicate regarding projects and services            
-Provide project updates, scheduling, and coordination            
-Respond to inquiries or requests        
-Send billing notifications or service-related communications            
-Improve our communication and client service experience

We do not send unsolicited marketing messages without your explicit consent.

4. SMS Consent and Opt-In
By providing your phone number and opting in, you agree to receive SMS messages from Ninth Design Studio.        

Consent is not a condition of purchase            
Message frequency may vary based on project activity

Opt-in may occur through:        

-Website forms        
-Client agreements            
-Direct request (email or verbal confirmation)

5. Opt-Out Instructions
You may opt out of receiving text messages at any time by:    

-Replying STOP to any message        
-Contacting us directly at: info@ninthdesignstudio.com.

After opting out, you will receive a final confirmation message and no further SMS communications will be sent (unless you re-subscribe).

6. Message & Data Rates
Standard message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier and plan. Ninth Design Studio is not responsible for these charges.

7. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, rent, or share your mobile information with third parties for marketing purposes.

We may share your information only with:        
 
-Service providers (e.g., RingCentral or messaging platforms) strictly for communication purposes
-Legal authorities if required by law

All third-party providers are required to maintain the confidentiality and security of your data.

8. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, use or disclosure.

However, no system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Data Retention
We retain SMS-related data only as long as necessary to:          

-Fulfill project and communication purposes            
-Comply with legal, accounting, or regulatory requirements

10. Your Rights
You may:

-Request access to your information
-Request correction or deletion of your data            
-Withdraw consent for SMS communications at any time

To make a request, contact: info@ninthdesignstudio.com

11. Contact Information
If you have questions about this policy or your data, contact:
Ninth Design Studio LLC
info@ninthdesignstudio.com
407-434-0585

12. Updates to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.