If your website is collecting numbers via a web form, the contact form must include a disclaimer that informs users of their consent to SMS messaging terms. This disclaimer must include the following:
- Consent to receive SMS messages
- Directions on how to Opt-out (STOP)
- Directions on how to receive assistance (HELP)
It is essential that consent to messaging is not obscured within the Terms of Service. Below are several samples that can be incorporated into your web form.
- By clicking "Submit," you agree to [Company Name] Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. You consent to receive phone calls and SMS messages from [Company Name], to provide updates on your order and/or for marketing purposes. Message frequency depends on your activity. You may opt-out by texting "STOP." For assistance text "HELP". Message and data rates may apply.
-By providing a telephone number and submitting the form, you are consenting to be contacted by SMS text message (our message frequency may vary). Message & data rates may apply. Reply STOP to opt-out of further messaging. Reply HELP for more information. See our Privacy Policy.
-Disclaimer: I am providing my contact information to [Company Name] I acknowledge and give my explicit consent to be contacted via SMS and receive emails for various purposes, which may include marketing and promotional content. Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency may vary. Reply STOP to opt-out. Reply HELP for more information. Refer to our Privacy Policy for more information.
See below examples of where the statement should be on any form that collects a phone number: