SMS Terms & Consent

1. Introduction

This SMS Terms and Consent Policy ("Policy") governs the use of Short Message Service (SMS) and Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) communications by Government Contracting Authority ("GCA," "we," "us," or "our"). By opting in to receive SMS messages from GCA, you agree to the terms outlined in this Policy.

GCA uses SMS communications to provide timely updates, notifications, and information related to our government contracting services. This Policy explains what types of messages you may receive, how to opt in and out, and how we handle your mobile information.

2. SMS Opt-In Terms

• Message and data rates may apply based on your mobile phone plan
• Message frequency varies based on account activity and service notifications
• You can reply STOP to opt out of further messaging at any time
• Reply HELP for assistance with the SMS program
• Your consent is voluntary and can be withdrawn at any time

3. Types of SMS Communications

• Account and service notifications
• Program and course updates
• Compliance and deadline reminders
• Event and webinar announcements
• Important operational updates

4. Consent Requirements

• Completing the GCA SMS Notification Consent Form
• Providing their full name, phone number, email address, and company name
• Acknowledging the consent statement

5. Opt-Out and Management

• Reply STOP to any GCA text message to immediately cease SMS communications
• Reply HELP to receive information about the SMS program
• Contact privacy@gcagov.com for questions about SMS communications
• Opting out of SMS does not affect other communication channels (email, phone, etc.)

6. Privacy and Data Handling

• Phone numbers collected for SMS are used solely for the purposes described in this policy
• GCA does not sell, rent, or share phone numbers with third parties for marketing purposes
• SMS data handling is governed by the GCA Privacy Policy (available at gcagov.com/privacy)
• All SMS communications comply with applicable federal and state regulations

7. Supported Carriers

GCA SMS services are supported on all major U.S. wireless carriers, including but not limited to:

• AT&T
• Verizon Wireless
• T-Mobile
• Sprint (now part of T-Mobile)
• US Cellular
• Cricket Wireless
• Metro by T-Mobile
• Boost Mobile
• Google Fi

Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. Message and data rates may apply depending on your wireless plan. Please contact your wireless carrier for details about your specific text and data plan.

8. Changes to This Policy

GCA reserves the right to modify this SMS Terms and Consent Policy at any time. If we make material changes to this Policy, we will notify you by:

• Sending an SMS notification to your registered mobile number
• Posting the updated Policy on our website at gcagov.com
• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this Policy

Your continued receipt of and failure to opt out of GCA SMS messages following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Policy. If you do not agree to the updated terms, you may opt out at any time by texting STOP to any GCA message.

9. Contact Information

For questions about this policy:

Email: info@gcagov.com

Phone: 202-990-6030

Address: 1309 Coffeen Ave, Suite 11198, Sheridan, WY 82801, USA

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