SMS Privacy Policy

This policy explains how Varad Gaam of USA handles mobile phone numbers and personal information collected through our Shradhanjali Announcements SMS notification system.

What we collect

When a community member submits a Shradhanjali (memorial) announcement, we collect the submitter’s name, relation to the deceased, and email address, along with the mobile phone numbers of our designated community coordinators who review and approve announcements before they are shared publicly.

How we use this information

Mobile phone numbers are used solely to send SMS notifications related to Shradhanjali announcement submissions requiring review. We do not use collected phone numbers for marketing, promotional messages, or any purpose unrelated to this announcement review process.

Message frequency

Message frequency varies and is tied directly to community announcement submissions. Coordinators may receive messages as frequently as submissions occur, with no fixed schedule.

No sharing of mobile information

We do not sell, rent, or share mobile phone numbers or SMS opt-in data with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes, under any circumstances. Text messaging originator opt-in data and consent will not be shared with any third parties.

Message and data rates

Message and data rates may apply, depending on your mobile carrier plan.

Opting out

Recipients may reply STOP at any time to stop receiving messages, or contact us directly using the information below.

Contact us

Questions about this policy can be directed to Manish Patel at varadgaam@outlook.com.