Terms of Service & SMS Terms
Effective Date: January 1, 2026 | Last Updated: August 18, 2026
Website: congregationkhalpaksh.com | Organization: Congregation Khal Paksh
1. Acceptance of Terms
Welcome to congregationkhalpaksh.com. By accessing our website or subscribing to the Congregation Khal Paksh text message notification service, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms") and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our website or subscribe to our SMS service.
2. Synagogue SMS Announcement Program Description
Congregation Khal Paksh operates an Application-to-Person (A2P) text messaging alert system to communicate directly with shul members, congregants, and community participants. The service delivers non-commercial text updates, including:
- Minyan schedule changes, Tefillah times, and Shabbat/Yom Tov Zmanim.
- Torah Shiurim announcements, special lectures, and community learning alerts.
- Inclement weather schedule alterations, snow delays, or emergency synagogue announcements.
- Community life-cycle events (Simchas) and general congregational notices.
3. Opt-In & Consent Process
Subscription to our SMS program requires explicit opt-in consent from the mobile device holder. By opting in via our website (congregationkhalpaksh.com) or filling out an official physical sign-up form, you explicitly certify that:
- You are the authorized account holder or user of the mobile phone number provided.
- You consent to receive non-automated and automated text message broadcasts from Congregation Khal Paksh.
- Agreement to receive SMS updates is not a condition of synagogue membership or participation.
📋 Telecom A2P 10DLC Mandatory SMS Disclosures
• Program Name: Congregation Khal Paksh Announcement Service
• Message Frequency: Message frequency varies based on synagogue activity (typically 2 to 5 messages per week).
• Message and Data Rates: Standard message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile wireless carrier plan.
• Opt-Out Command: Text STOP to cancel your subscription at any time.
• Help Command: Text HELP for assistance or email info@congregationkhalpaksh.com.
• Carrier Disclaimer: Wireless carriers (including AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon, Sprint, etc.) are not liable for delayed or undelivered text messages.
4. How to Opt-Out / Cancellation (STOP)
You can cancel the SMS service at any time. Simply text STOP, CANCEL, UNSUBSCRIBE, END, or QUIT to our number.
After sending STOP, you will receive one final confirmation text message confirming that you have been unsubscribed from our broadcast list. No additional text messages will be sent unless you submit a new opt-in request.
5. Customer Support & Assistance (HELP)
If you experience issues or need assistance with our text notification service, text HELP or INFO to our number. You may also contact our support team directly:
Congregation Khal Paksh Administrative Team
Email: info@congregationkhalpaksh.com
Official Website: congregationkhalpaksh.com
6. Wireless Carrier & Technical Disclaimers
Mobile service availability is subject to cellular network coverage. Congregation Khal Paksh and wireless carriers (including Verizon Wireless, AT&T, T-Mobile, etc.) are not responsible or liable for delayed, misdirected, or undelivered text messages resulting from network outages, signal degradation, or device limitations.
7. Privacy & Data Protection Guarantee
We value your privacy. We will never sell, rent, lease, or share subscriber mobile phone numbers or opt-in consent records with third parties or marketing affiliates. For complete details, please read our Privacy Policy.
8. Changes to Terms
Congregation Khal Paksh reserves the right to update or modify these Terms of Service at any time to maintain compliance with telecommunications standards. Updated terms will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.