Privacy Policy
Last updated: February 12, 2026
Introduction
TX DPS Alerts ("we," "our," or "us") operates texasdpsalerts.com. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you use our appointment alert service.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
- Email Address: Required to send appointment alerts
- Preferences: Appointment type and preferred region for personalized alerts
- Payment Information: Processed securely through Stripe (we do not store credit card details)
Automatically Collected Information
- Usage Data: Alert delivery status, timestamps, and notification logs
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, and device information
- Cookies: We use essential cookies for site functionality
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Send you appointment alerts via email
- Process your subscription payments
- Improve our service and user experience
- Comply with legal obligations
- Prevent fraud and abuse
Information Sharing and Disclosure
We share your information only in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: SendGrid (email), Stripe (payments), Cloudflare (hosting)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
- Business Transfers: In case of merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
We never sell your personal information to third parties.
Data Retention
We retain your information:
- Active Accounts: Until you unsubscribe or delete your account
- Notification Logs: 7 days for troubleshooting and compliance
- Payment Records: As required by law and Stripe's policies
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Correction: Update incorrect or incomplete information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
- Unsubscribe: Stop receiving alerts at any time via the unsubscribe link in emails
Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including:
- Encryption in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
- Secure database storage with access controls
- Regular security audits and monitoring
- Minimal data retention policies
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
Children's Privacy
Our service is not intended for users under 16. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.
Third-Party Services
Our service integrates with:
- SendGrid: Email delivery (Privacy Policy)
- Stripe: Payment processing (Privacy Policy)
- Cloudflare: Hosting and CDN (Privacy Policy)
California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
California residents have additional rights under the CCPA:
- Right to know what personal information is collected
- Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed (we do not sell data)
- Right to delete personal information
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Continued use of our service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, contact us at:
Email: privacy@texasdpsalerts.com