TX DPS ALERTS The Lone Star State

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:

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