TMPA respects your privacy and recognizes the need for appropriate protection and management of any personally identifiable information you choose to provide us. TMPA has established this Online Privacy Policy so that you may better understand the purpose for which we collect and use personal information. Personal information means any information that may be used to identify an individual including, but not limited to, a first and last name, physical address, email address or other contact information, gender, job title, or other similar information. Generally, you may browse our website without providing personal information. We do not automatically collect personal information. We may log your IP address to help track which part of our website you visit and how much time you spend there. TMPA may collect personal information when you become a member, donate to the PAC or a TMPA Charity, use certain TMPA services, register to attend a training or participate in an online survey or training program, or ask to be included in a mailing or email list. Access to certain TMPA Web pages requires a login and a password, for which use may be governed by a written agreement. Your personal information may be retained by TMPA to verify compliance with such agreement.

Notice

TMPA will not transfer your personal information to third parties without your consent, except under the following limited conditions: (a) we have your consent to share the information; (b) we need to share your information to provide the product or service you have requested or contractually agreed to; (c) we need to transmit the information to third parties who work on behalf of TMPA to provide a product or service to you. In this instance we will only provide those companies the information they need to deliver the product or service, and they are prohibited from using that information for any other purpose; or (d) as required by law or to enforce our Terms of Use.

Data Security

Your TMPA account information is password-protected for your privacy and security. TMPA safeguards the security of the data you provide us with physical, electronic, and managerial procedures. While we intend to take reasonable and appropriate steps to protect your personal information, we cannot prepare for every eventuality.

1. TMPA is committed to protecting the security of your personal information. We implement industry-standard security measures to safeguard your data against unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, it is also your responsibility to protect the confidentiality of your account information, and any passwords associated with your use of our services.
2. You agree to notify TMPA immediately of any unauthorized use of your account or any other security breach. TMPA will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from your failure to protect your account or personal information adequately. By using our services, you acknowledge and accept that no data transmission over the Internet or mobile networks can be guaranteed to be 100% secure, and therefore, you use our services at your own risk.
3. TMPA collects personal information from you when you interact with our services, including when you sign up, make purchases, or communicate with us via text messages. The types of information we collect may include your name, contact details, payment information, and any other information you voluntarily provide.
4. We use this information to provide, maintain, and improve our services, process transactions, communicate with you, and comply with legal obligations. Your information may be shared with trusted third-party service providers solely for the purpose of operating our business and fulfilling our commitments to you. We do not sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes without your explicit consent.
5. You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal information at any time, and we are committed to handling your data in a secure and transparent manner.
6. TMPA takes the security of your personal information very seriously. We employ industry-standard security measures, including encryption and secure servers, to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. We continuously monitor our systems to ensure your information is safe and secure, and we are committed to maintaining the highest levels of data protection to safeguard your privacy.
7. TMPA is committed to upholding the highest standards of privacy for all personal information collected through our text messaging services. We do not sell, rent, distribute, or trade your personal data to third parties without your explicit consent unless legally required to do so. Any information shared with third parties is exclusively for the purpose of delivering our services to you. We assure you that your data will never be shared with third parties for marketing purposes.
8. If you no longer wish to receive text messages from us, you can opt out at any time by replying with the word ‘STOP’ or ‘UNSUBSCRIBE’ to the number from which you received the message. Upon receiving your request, we will promptly remove you from our messaging list, and you will no longer receive further text communications from us.
9. TMPA may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make changes, we will notify you by updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy. In the event of significant changes, we will provide a more prominent notice, such as sending an email notification or displaying a notice on our website.
10. By continuing to use our services after these changes, you agree to the revised Privacy Policy. We encourage you to periodically review this policy for the latest information on our privacy practices.

Information Accuracy

Should you need to update, correct, or request deletion of any of your personal information or of your TMPA account, you may do so by logging into your account, sending an email to [email protected], or by calling 1-800-848-2088.

Children and Privacy

The TMPA website is not structured, targeted, or intended to attract children under the age of 13. TMPA does not knowingly solicit personal information from children under the age of 13 or send them requests for personal information.

General Terms

By using this website, you consent to the terms of our Online Privacy Policy. Should this policy substantially change we will make that information available by posting a notice on this site. If you have any comments of questions regarding our Online Privacy Policy, please contact us.

Terms of Use

ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS

This website (“website”) is the property of the Texas Municipal Police Association (“TMPA”). By using this website and the information offered herein, you indicate your acceptance of these Terms of Use (“Terms”). TMPA reserves the right to change these terms from time to time at its sole discretion and without notice to you. In the case of any violation of these terms, TMPA reserves the right to seek any and all remedies available by law and in equity for such violations.

Use of Site

Unless otherwise specified, you will be provided with access to a variety of resources including services information, download areas, communication forums, etc. (collectively, “Services”). You may not modify, transmit, publish, license, create derivative works from, transfer or sell any information, software, products or services obtained from the Services. In consideration of your use of this website, you agree to: (a) provide accurate and complete information about you as may be prompted by a registration form on the website; (b) maintain the security of your password and identification; and (c) accept all risks of unauthorized access to information and registration data. You agree not to upload, post or otherwise transmit via the website content that: (a) is knowingly inaccurate, harmful, obscene, pornographic, defamatory, racist, violent, offensive, harassing, or otherwise objectionable to TMPA or other users of the website; (b) violates or infringes anyone’s intellectual property rights; or (c) contains any computer code, files, or programs designed to interrupt, destroy or limit the functionality of any computer software or hardware or telecommunications equipment. You agree that you will not use the website to: (a) transmit bulk or unsolicited communications; (b) disguise the origin of any content transmitted through the Services; (c) misrepresent your affiliation with a person or entity; (d) engage in activities that would violate any fiduciary relationship, any applicable local, state, national, or international law; or (e) collect or store personal data about other users unless specifically authorized by such users.

Text Message Communications

1. By using TMPA’s services, including signing up for text message communications, you expressly consent to collecting, using, and sharing your personal information as outlined in our Privacy Policy. You acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy, including the terms related to data collection, communication, and security.
2. You further consent to receive text messages from TMPA, including transactional and promotional messages. You may opt out of receiving promotional messages at any time by following the opt-out instructions provided in the messages. Your continued use of our services constitutes your ongoing consent to these terms
3. You may choose to stop receiving promotional text messages from TMPA at any time. To opt out, simply reply to any text message you receive from us with the word ‘STOP’ or ‘UNSUBSCRIBE.’ Once we receive your opt-out request, we will promptly remove your number from our promotional messaging list. Please note that opting out of promotional messages will not affect your ability to receive important service-related communications.
4. By subscribing to TMPA’s text messaging service, you agree to receive informational messages related to your membership. You can expect to receive up to 1-2 messages a month. Message and data rates may apply. You can opt out of receiving these messages at any time by following the instructions provided in each message.
5. TMPA is not responsible for any delays, failures in delivery, or any other issues related to the transmission or receipt of text messages. Delivery of text messages is subject to effective transmission by your mobile carrier and is not guaranteed by TMPA.
6. By subscribing to our SMS services, you acknowledge and agree that TMPA will not be liable for any damages, losses, or injuries arising from or related to the use or failure to receive any text messages, including but not limited to, delays, non-delivery, or technical issues. Your use of our SMS services is at your own risk, and we provide our services on an ‘as-is’ basis without any warranties of any kind, express or implied.

Intellectual Property Rights

ALL CONTENTS OF THIS WEBSITE ARE PROTECTED BY COPYRIGHT, TRADEMARK, AND OTHER APPLICABLE LAWS. All materials on this website including any text, graphics, logos, brands, designs, service marks, trade dress, slogans and other designations TMPA uses in connection with its services are the sole property of TMPA or designated third parties, and are protected by U.S. and international copyright laws. You may not remove or alter any TMPA trademarks, or co-brand your own products or materials with TMPA trademarks, without TMPA’s prior written consent.

Compliance with Applicable Laws

 

User access to this website is governed by all applicable federal, state and local laws. All information available on the website is subject to U.S. export control laws and may also be subject to the laws of the country where you reside. All TMPA products and publications are commercial in nature. Links to Third Party Sites This website may contain links to third party sites. Access to any other Internet site linked to this website is at the user’s own risk and TMPA is not responsible for the accuracy or reliability of any such information, data, or statements made on these sites. TMPA provides these links merely as a convenience and the inclusion of such links does not imply an endorsement.

 

Access to Password-Protected Areas

Access to and use of password-protected and/or secure areas of the website is restricted to authorized users only. Unauthorized individuals attempting to gain access to these areas of the website may be subject to prosecution.

Software License Agreement

Any software which you download from this website is governed in accordance with (a) the license terms accompanying the file; (b) if no license terms accompany the file, the terms of the license agreement which accompanied the original product licensed by you which you are updating; or (c) the license terms pursuant to the TMPA standard End User License Agreement.

Disclaimer of Warranties

TMPA makes no warranty that: (a) The website will be free from errors or interruptions; (b) the results to be obtained from use of the website will be accurate or reliable; or (c) the quality of the services, content information, or other materials obtained from the website will meet your expectations or requirements. The services provided herein are distributed on an “as is, as available” basis. TMPA makes no warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including without limitation, warranties of title or implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, satisfactory quality or non-infringement. You assume all risk for any damage to your computer system or loss of data that results from obtaining any content from the website.

OBTAINING ANY CONTENT FROM THE WEBSITE

Limitation of Liability

To the full extent permitted by law, TMPA is not liable for any direct, indirect, punitive, special, incidental, consequential or exemplary damages including, without limitation, loss of business, revenue, profits, goodwill, use, data, electronically transmitted orders or other economic advantage arising out of or in connection with the website, even if TMPA has been previously advised of, or could have reasonably foreseen, the possibility of such damages, however they arise, whether in breach of contract or in tort (including negligence), including with limitation damages due to: (a) the use of or the inability to use the website; (b) the cost of procurement of substitute goods and services resulting from any goods, data, information, or services purchased or obtained, or messages received or transactions entered into, through or from the website; (c) statements or conduct of any third party on the website including without limitation unauthorized access to or alteration of transmissions or data, malicious or criminal behavior or false or fraudulent transactions; or (d) content or information you may download, use, modify or distribute to the extent that any jurisdiction does not allow the exclusion or limitation of direct, incidental or consequential damages, portions of the above limitation or exclusion may not apply and shall be limited to the greatest extent permitted by law.

GENERAL TERMS

The Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and TMPA relating to their subject matter, and cancel and supersede any prior versions of the Terms. No modification to the Terms will be binding, unless in writing and signed by an authorized officer of TMPA. You may not assign or otherwise transfer the Terms or any right granted hereunder. You may be subject to additional terms and conditions that may apply when you purchase or use TMPA or other third party products or services. These terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas without giving effect to any principles of conflicts of law. You hereby consent to the exclusive jurisdiction and venue of courts in Austin, Texas, U.S.A., or any other such court of competent jurisdiction selected, in its sole discretion, by TMPA, regarding any and all disputes relating to these Terms or your use of the website. If any provision of these Terms is illegal, void, or for any reason unenforceable, then that provision will be deemed severable from the Terms, will be enforced to the fullest extent allowed by law as to affect the intention of the parties, and will not affect the validity and enforceability of any remaining provisions.