CNTRVSY — SMS Messaging Program

Opt-In & Consent · Privacy Policy · Terms & Conditions

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CNTRVSY (operated by CNTRVSY, a sole proprietor) provides an interactive discussion-and-debate service delivered over SMS text messaging. This page describes how users consent to receive messages, what messages they will receive, and how their information is handled.

1. How You Opt In (Consent)

Users join the CNTRVSY messaging program through a fully user-initiated flow:

1. A user scans a CNTRVSY QR code or taps a CNTRVSY mobile link. This opens their phone's native Messages app with the CNTRVSY number pre-filled.
2. The user sends a text message to the CNTRVSY number to begin participating (for example, sending START or a reply to a specific discussion).
3. CNTRVSY replies with a one-time confirmation message that states the program name, message frequency, that message and data rates may apply, and how to get help or stop.
4. By sending that first message, the user consents to receive automated SMS replies from CNTRVSY related to the discussions they participate in.

Consent is never bought, sold, shared, or transferred to third parties for the purpose of sending messages. Each user opts in individually from their own device.

Example opt-in link (demo)

Replace the number above with your live CNTRVSY toll-free number before publishing.

2. What Messages You Will Receive

• Program: CNTRVSY discussion & debate participation.
• Message frequency: Varies by how often you participate; messages are sent in response to and related to discussions you engage with.
• Cost: Message and data rates may apply, per your mobile carrier plan.
• Carriers: Supported on major U.S. carriers. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.

Getting Help

Reply HELP at any time for assistance, or email support@cntrvsy.com.

Opting Out

Reply STOP at any time to cancel. You will receive one confirmation message and then no further messages unless you opt in again.

3. Privacy Policy

CNTRVSY respects your privacy and collects only what is needed to operate the messaging service.

Information We Collect

• Your mobile phone number.
• The content of messages you send to and receive from the service.
• Basic delivery metadata (timestamps, delivery status).

How We Use It

• To deliver the discussion/debate replies you request.
• To operate, maintain, and improve the service.
• To respond to HELP requests and honor STOP requests.

Sharing

We do not sell or share your phone number or message content with third parties for marketing. Data may be processed by our messaging provider (Twilio) solely to transmit messages. Mobile opt-in data and consent are not shared with any third parties.

Data Retention & Your Choices

We retain message data only as long as needed to operate the service or as required by law. To request deletion of your data, or with any privacy question, email support@cntrvsy.com.

4. Terms & Conditions

1. The service. CNTRVSY lets users opt in to participate in group discussions and debates via SMS. You tag or reply to a discussion, and receive automated replies summarizing responses and outcomes.
2. Eligibility. You must be the account holder or have authority to use the phone number you enroll, and be capable of forming a binding agreement.
3. Acceptable use. Do not use the service to transmit unlawful, harassing, hateful, or infringing content. We may suspend access for misuse.
4. No guarantee. The service is provided "as is." Message delivery depends on carriers and may be delayed or fail.
5. Changes. We may update these terms and this policy; the "last updated" date reflects the current version.
6. Contact. Questions: support@cntrvsy.com.