Terms of Service
Effective Date: January 1, 2026
SMS Messaging Terms & Compliance
1. Program Description
This messaging program sends appointment confirmation and reminder messages to customers who have booked an appointment with North Palm Church through our website at https://northpalm.org, or via our scheduling forms, and have explicitly opted in to receive SMS notifications.
Opt-in is collected via web forms with a dedicated checkbox for SMS consent. Messages include scheduling confirmations, appointment reminders, rescheduling updates, and customer support communications.
2. Cancellation Instructions
You can cancel the SMS service at any time. Simply text “STOP” to the same number that sent you messages. Upon sending “STOP,” we will confirm your unsubscribe status via SMS. After confirmation, you will no longer receive SMS messages from us.
To rejoin, sign up as you did initially, and we will resume sending SMS messages to you.
3. Support Information
If you experience issues with the messaging program, reply with the keyword “HELP” for assistance, visit our contact page at https://northpalm.org/contact-us/, or call us during business hours at (843) 225-7884.
4. Carrier Liability
Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.
5. Message & Data Rates
Message and data rates may apply for messages sent to you from us and to us from you. Message frequency varies based on your service usage and appointment schedule. For questions about your text or data plan, contact your wireless provider.
6. Supported Carriers
Our SMS program works with all major U.S. wireless carriers, including AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon, Sprint, and most regional carriers.
7. Age Restriction
You must be 18 years or older to participate in our SMS program.
8. Privacy Policy
For privacy-related inquiries, please refer to our Privacy Policy at https://northpalm.org/privacy-policy.
We comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) and CTIA guidelines, regarding the use of SMS communications.
General Terms
This website (the “Site”) is owned and operated by North Palm Church (“COMPANY,” “we,” or “us”). By using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and to use the Site in accordance with these Terms of Service, our Privacy Policy, and any additional terms and conditions that may apply.
Accessing the Site in any manner constitutes use of the Site and your agreement to be bound by these Terms.
We reserve the right to change these Terms of Service at any time. By continuing to use the Site after changes are posted, you accept the modified Terms.
Intellectual Property Rights
Our Limited License to You
This Site and all materials available on the Site are the property of North Palm Church and/or our licensors and are protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. The Site is provided solely for your personal, non-commercial use.
Your License to Us
By posting or submitting material to us via the Site or digital platforms, you represent that you own the material or have permission to share it. You grant us a royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable, non-exclusive, worldwide license to use, modify, distribute, and display such material.
Disclaimers
The information and services offered on or through the Site are provided “as is” without warranties of any kind. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties.
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless North Palm Church and its affiliates from any claims arising out of your breach of these Terms.
Online Commerce
We are not responsible for the quality or reliability of third-party products or services linked through our Site.
Registration & Passwords
If you create an account, you agree to provide accurate and complete information and to maintain the confidentiality of your login credentials.
Termination
We reserve the right to terminate or suspend access to the Site without notice if you violate these Terms.
Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of South Carolina.
Changes to Terms of Service
We may update these Terms from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website with the effective date.
Contact Information
North Palm Church
7176 Bryhawke Circle
North Charleston, SC 29418
Phone: (843) 225-7884
Website: https://northpalm.org
Contact Page: https://northpalm.org/contact-us/
Privacy Policy: https://northpalm.org/privacy-policy
