Privacy Policy for 596 Network Corp: DBA: Home Technology Experts, Hamptons Lighting Design, Hamptons Landscape Lighting

Effective Date: October 9, 2026

At Home Technology Experts (HTE), we value your privacy and are committed to safeguarding your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your information when you interact with our website or services, including participation in SMS campaigns.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information:

  • Personal Data: Includes name, email address, phone number, and other contact details you provide.

  • Service Data: Information related to your use of our services, including participation in SMS campaigns, preferences, and communications.

  • Technical Data: Such as IP address, browser type, and operating system.

2. Service Appointment Text Message Terms

When you opt in, Home Technology Experts or Hamptons Landscape Lighting may send service appointment text messages, including booking confirmations, reminders, rescheduling, and cancellations. This consent covers appointment-related texts only.

Opt-In

  • To receive service appointment texts, select the optional, unchecked SMS consent checkbox on the relevant brand’s website contact form. Providing a phone number or subscribing to our email newsletter does not by itself provide SMS consent. Consent is not a condition of purchase. The checkbox identifies the brand and explains the types of messages, message frequency, potential charges, STOP and HELP instructions, and links to this Privacy Policy.
    Message and data rates may apply.

Opt-Out

  • You can opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time by replying with the word "STOP" to any message you receive from us. Once you opt out, you will no longer receive text messages unless you re-enroll.

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Message Frequency

  • Message frequency varies based on your appointments. Message and data rates may apply.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

  • To provide and improve our services.

  • To communicate with you about service-related matters, including appointment texts where you have opted in. Any marketing communications are subject to your separate communication preferences.

  • To manage your preferences and consent status for communications.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal data. However, we may share it with trusted third parties to deliver our services effectively:

  • SMS Appointment Messages:

    • No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.

    • We will not share your opt-in to an SMS campaign with any third party for purposes unrelated to providing you with the services of that campaign. We may share your Personal Data, including your SMS opt-in or consent status, with third parties that help us provide our messaging services, including but not limited to platform providers, phone companies, and any other vendors who assist us in the delivery of text messages.

    All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.

  • Service Providers: We may share data with vendors assisting in operations, such as IT service providers and payment processors.

5. Protecting Your Information

We use industry-standard practices to safeguard your information against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no system can be completely secure. We recommend you exercise caution when sharing information online.

6. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Access and Update: Request access to or updates for your personal data.

  • Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from SMS or other marketing communications.

  • Deletion: Request the deletion of your data where permissible by law.

7. SMS Consent and Preferences

Our appointment text message program uses the following consent and preference controls:

  • Opt-in consent is explicitly provided using a validated checkbox on our website.

  • Clear opt-out instructions are included in all communications.

  • Help keywords ("HELP") are recognized and promptly responded to.

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies to enhance your website experience. Manage your preferences through browser settings.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The most current version will be available on our website.

10. Contact Us

For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us.

By using our website and services, you agree to this Privacy Policy.