Privacy Policy

Texasestateandprobatelawyers.com website is owned by Texas Estate and Probate Lawyers PLLC, which is a data controller of your personal data.

We have adopted this Privacy Policy, which determines how we are processing the information collected by Texasestateandprobatelawyers.com, which also provides the reasons why we must collect certain personal data about you. Therefore, you must read this Privacy Policy before using Texasestateandprobatelawyers.com website.

We take care of your personal data and undertake to guarantee its confidentiality and security.

Personal information we collect:

When you visit the Texasestateandprobatelawyers.com, we automatically collect certain information about your device, including information about your web browser, IP address, time zone, and some of the installed cookies on your device. Additionally, as you browse the Site, we collect information about the individual web pages or products you view, what websites or search terms referred you to the Site, and how you interact with the Site. We refer to this automatically-collected information as "Device Information." Moreover, we might collect the personal data you provide to us (including but not limited to Name, Surname, Address, payment information, etc.) during registration to be able to fulfill the agreement.

Why do we process your data?

Our top priority is customer data security, and, as such, we may process only minimal user data, only as much as it is absolutely necessary to maintain the website. Information collected automatically is used only to identify potential cases of abuse and establish statistical information regarding website usage. This statistical information is not otherwise aggregated in such a way that it would identify any particular user of the system.

You can visit the website without telling us who you are or revealing any information, by which someone could identify you as a specific, identifiable individual. If, however, you wish to use some of the website's features, or you wish to receive our newsletter or provide other details by filling a form, you may provide personal data to us, such as your email, first name, last name, city of residence, organization, telephone number. You can choose not to provide us with your personal data, but then you may not be able to take advantage of some of the website's features. For example, you won't be able to receive our Newsletter or contact us directly from the website. Users who are uncertain about what information is mandatory are welcome to contact us via firm@texasestateandprobatelawyers.com

Text Messaging Privacy Policy and Terms

Effective Date: June 17, 2025

Texas Estate and Probate Lawyers ("we," "our," or "us") values your privacy. This policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect the information you provide when opting in to receive text messages from us. It also outlines your rights under the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA).

Data Sharing

• We do not share customer data with third parties for promotional or marketing purposes.
• Your mobile opt-in and consent information is never shared with anyone for any reason, including for marketing, promotional, or analytical purposes.
• Any data sharing practices described elsewhere in our general privacy policy do not apply to mobile opt-in or consent data.

Messaging Terms and Conditions

By providing your mobile number and opting in to receive text messages, you agree to the following:

• You consent to receive text messages from Texas Estate and Probate Lawyers at (832) 786-8646 for customer care and communication purposes.
• Consent is not a condition of purchase.
• Message frequency may vary depending on your interactions with us.
• Message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier plan.
• You can reply STOP at any time to opt out of receiving future messages.
• You can reply HELP for assistance.
• For additional help or inquiries, you may contact us at:
• Phone: (832) 786-8646
• Email: firm@texasestateandprobatelawyers.com

We reiterate: mobile opt-in information is never shared with third parties.

TCPA Compliance

• We comply with all applicable provisions of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), including those governing prior express consent and opt-out rights.
• You must provide express written consent before receiving any automated text messages from us. This consent is obtained through a clear and conspicuous opt-in form or communication.
• All text messages will clearly identify the sender and include opt-out instructions (e.g., reply STOP to end).
• We do not use autodialers or prerecorded messages without proper consent as required by law.
• You can withdraw your consent at any time by replying STOP or contacting us directly.
• We maintain records of your consent for auditing and compliance purposes.

Security

We implement reasonable and appropriate measures to protect the security of your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or mobile networks is 100% secure.

A2P Compliance

To ensure compliance with the Application-to-Person (A2P) regulations, we have implemented the following measures:

Purpose of Data Collection

We collect personal data for the following purposes:

• To manage user comments and feedback.
• To enhance user experience by saving preferences through cookies.
• To analyze and improve our website through user interaction data.
• To ensure security and prevent spam.

Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data based on:

• User Consent: Obtained when users provide their data through comments or registration.
• Legitimate Interest: Such as improving our services and ensuring website security.

User Rights

Users have the following rights over their data:

• Right to Access: Users can request an exported file of their personal data.
• Right to Rectification: Users can request corrections to their data.
• Right to Erasure: Users can request the deletion of their data.
• Right to Restrict Processing: Users can request the limitation of their data processing under certain conditions.
• Right to Object: Users can object to the processing of their data under certain conditions.
• Right to Data Portability: Users can request their data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.

Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes described above. Comments and their metadata are retained indefinitely to facilitate follow-up interactions. User profile data is retained as long as the user account is active and can be edited or deleted by the user or website administrators.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

Third-Party Processors

We use third-party services, such as the Gravatar service, which may collect and process personal data. We ensure that these third parties comply with relevant data protection regulations and provide adequate data protection measures.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy occasionally to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws, including the TCPA. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or our messaging practices, please contact:

Texas Estate and Probate Lawyers
Phone: (832) 786-8646
Email: firm@texasestateandprobatelawyers.com.

Your rights:

If you are a European resident, you have the following rights related to your personal data:

The right to be informed. The right of access. The right to rectification. The right to erasure. The right to restrict processing. The right to data portability. The right to object. Rights in relation to automated decision-making and profiling.

If you would like to exercise this right, please contact us through the contact information below.

Additionally, if you are a European resident, we note that we are processing your information in order to fulfill contracts we might have with you (for example, if you make an order through the Site), or otherwise to pursue our legitimate business interests listed above. Additionally, please note that your information might be transferred outside of Europe, including Canada and the United States.

Links to other websites:

Our website may contain links to other websites that are not owned or controlled by us. Please be aware that we are not responsible for such other websites or third parties' privacy practices. We encourage you to be aware when you leave our website and read the privacy statements of each website that may collect personal information.

Information security:

We secure information you provide on computer servers in a controlled, secure environment, protected from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. We keep reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect against unauthorized access, use, modification, and personal data disclosure in its control and custody. However, no data transmission over the Internet or wireless network can be guaranteed.

Legal disclosure:

We will disclose any information we collect, use or receive if required or permitted by law, such as to comply with a subpoena or similar legal process, and when we believe in good faith that disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, protect your safety or the safety of others, investigate fraud, or respond to a government request.

Contact information:

If you would like to contact us to understand more about this Policy or wish to contact us concerning any matter relating to individual rights and your Personal Information, you may send an email to firm@texasestateandprobatelawyers.com