Privacy Policy

The Be. Org – Privacy Policy & Terms for Text Messaging (A2P)

Last Updated: November 2025

The Be. Org is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you interact with us — including through our text messaging (A2P) communications.

 

1. Information We Collect

We collect only the information needed to provide our services, communicate with you, and support our programs.

Information You Provide

• Contact Information: Name, email, and phone number when you sign up for updates, events, or text messages.
  Purpose: To send you organizational updates, event reminders, and program information.

• Communication History: Messages you send to us (email, text, forms).
  Purpose: To respond to questions and provide support.

Information Collected Automatically

• Device & Usage Data: IP address, browser type, and basic analytics when you visit our website.
  Purpose: To maintain security, improve site performance, and understand general site use.

Information from Service Providers

We may receive limited data from platforms we use (e.g., Dialpad, Neon).
Purpose: To deliver messages, confirm delivery, and maintain system functionality.

 

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Send text messages, email alerts, and organizational updates you opted into

• Share event reminders or program information

• Improve our website and communications

• Maintain security and prevent spam or abuse

We do not use mobile numbers for marketing outside of The Be. Org’s mission-driven communications.

 

3. No Sharing or Selling of Mobile Data

We do not sell, rent, or share mobile numbers or text message data with third parties for marketing or promotional purposes.

 

4. When We May Share Information

We may share limited information with:

• Trusted Service Providers: Platforms that help us send messages or store data securely (e.g., Dialpad, Neon, cloud storage).

• Legal Authorities: Only if required by law, court order, or to protect safety.

• With Your Consent: If you explicitly allow us to share information for a specific purpose.

All service providers are required to protect your data and may only use it to support our work.

 

5. Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your data.
No system is completely secure, but we work to keep your information safe and minimize risk.

 

6. Data Retention

We keep personal information only as long as necessary to:

• Provide services

• Comply with legal obligations

• Maintain accurate program records

You may request deletion of your personal data at any time.

 

7. Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold

• Request corrections

• Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”)

• Opt out of text messages at any time by replying STOP

• Opt out of other communications by contacting us at info@thebeorg.com

We will respond to verified requests within 30 days.

 

8. Policy Updates

We may update this policy periodically.
The “Last Updated” date will reflect the most recent revision.
Significant changes may be communicated via email or website notice.

 

9. Contact Information

For questions about your privacy or to exercise your rights, contact:
info@thebeorg.com

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The Be. Org | Baltimore, MD