This Privacy Policy describes how The Trade Group collects, uses, and protects personal information related to SMS (text message)communications exchanged through Microsoft Teams phone numbers.
This policy applies only to SMS communications and supplements our broader corporate Privacy Policy.
When you participate in SMS communications with The TradeGroup, we may collect and process the following information:
· Mobile phone number
· Message content exchanged during SMS conversations
· Date and time of messages
· Sender and recipient information related to the conversation
SMS messages are exchanged as part of direct, conversational business communication between individual employees andcustomers, vendors, or business partners.
SMS data is used solely for legitimate business purposes, including:
· Sales and account discussions
· Purchasing and vendor communications
· Project, order, or service coordination
· Scheduling and follow‑up communication
· General business support
The Trade Group does not use SMS data for marketing, advertising, lead generation, or promotional messaging.
The Trade Group takes reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect SMS data from unauthorized access, disclosure, ormisuse.
SMS messages are transmitted and processed through MicrosoftTeams and underlying telecommunications providers, subject to their securityand compliance controls.
The Trade Group does not sell, rent, or share mobile phone numbers or SMS message content with third parties for marketing purposes.
SMS data may be shared only:
· With service providers involved in deliveringSMS (such as Microsoft and telecommunications carriers)
· When required by law or legal process
You may opt out of SMS communications at any time by replying:
STOP
Once you opt out, you will no longer receive SMS messages from that phone number unless you explicitly re‑opt in.
If you need help related to SMS communications, reply:
HELP
You may also contact us directly at:
· Email: info@tradegroup.com
· Phone: 214-343-2000
SMS message data is retained only as long as necessary to support business operations, meet legal obligations, or comply with company record‑retention policies.
You may request information about how your SMS data is used or request assistance by contacting us using the information below.
If you have questions about this SMS Privacy Policy or ourSMS practices, please contact:
TheTrade Group
2900Genesis Way, 100, Grapevine TX 76051
The Trade Group may update thisSMS Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted to this page with a revised effective date.