Privacy Policy

Owens Racing Engines ("we," "us," or "our"), operated by Chris Owens, is committed to protecting your privacy and complying with applicable laws, including A2P 10DLC requirements for SMS messaging in the United States and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for users in the European Union/EEA/UK.This policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit http://www.owensracingengines.com (the "Site"), contact us, or opt in to receive SMS/text messages. By using our Site or providing your information, you agree to these terms.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information: Personal identifiers: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address (voluntarily provided via contact forms, inquiries, opt-ins, or communications).
Usage data: IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, time spent on pages (automatically collected via cookies, analytics tools, or server logs).
SMS-specific data: Phone number and consent details when you opt in to receive text messages.

We do not collect sensitive personal data (e.g., financial or health information) unless you voluntarily provide it.

2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to: Respond to inquiries, provide customer support, and fulfill service requests. Send service updates, notifications, alerts, promotions, or reminders (only if you have opted in for SMS). Improve the Site, services, and user experience (e.g., via analytics).
Comply with legal obligations, prevent fraud, or enforce our terms.

For SMS: We use your phone number solely to deliver consented messages related to engine builds, services, promotions, updates, or community news.

3. SMS/Text Messaging Program (A2P 10DLC Compliance)
If you opt in to receive SMS messages from Owens Racing Engines: We may send recurring messages (e.g., updates on engine builds, promotions, service reminders, or alerts).
Message frequency varies (e.g., 1-8 messages per month, depending on events).
Message and data rates may apply (depending on your carrier plan).
To opt out: Reply STOP to any message (you will receive confirmation).
For help: Reply HELP or contact us at 281-485-5257 or joe.owensracing@gmail.com.
To rejoin: Opt in again through our original method.
Age restriction: You must be 18+ to opt in and participate.

No mobile information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. Information sharing to subcontractors in support services (such as customer service or SMS delivery providers) is permitted. All other use case categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties, excluding aggregators and providers of the Text Message services. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.

4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information (including phone numbers or opt-in consent data) to third parties for marketing purposes. We may share information with: Service providers (e.g., email/SMS platforms, analytics tools) who assist us under strict confidentiality agreements.

As required by law, to protect our rights, or in connection with a business transfer (e.g., merger or acquisition).

5. Cookies and Tracking Practices
We use cookies and similar technologies for site functionality (e.g., remembering preferences), analytics (e.g., Google Analytics to understand traffic), and performance. You can manage or disable cookies via your browser settings.
For GDPR users, we rely on consent or legitimate interests.

6. Data Security and Handling
We implement reasonable technical, administrative, and physical security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse (e.g., secure servers, encryption where applicable). However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. In case of a data breach, we will notify affected users as required by law.

7. Your Rights
You have the right to access, correct, delete, or restrict your personal information. For GDPR users: object to processing, withdraw consent, request data portability, or lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.

To exercise these rights, contact us at joe.owensracing@gmail.com. We will respond within one month (extendable under GDPR rules).

8. International Transfers
Data may be processed in the US or other countries. For GDPR users, we ensure adequate safeguards (e.g., standard contractual clauses).

9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy. Changes will be posted here with a new effective date.

10. Contact Us
Chris Owens
Owens Racing Engines
2308 1/2 North Austin Ave.
Pearland, TX 77581
Phone: 281-485-5257
Email: joe.owensracing@gmail.com For privacy questions, SMS opt-out issues, or GDPR rights, contact us above. Mobile Terms of Service Addendum SMS Use Cases: Messages for marketing/promotional (e.g., promotions, alerts), transactional (e.g., service reminders), or informational purposes related to our racing engine services and community builds.

Opt-Out Instructions:

Reply STOP to any message to unsubscribe.
Customer Support Contact: 281-485-5257 or joe.owensracing@gmail.com.
Message & Data Rates Disclosure: Message and data rates may apply.
Carrier Liability Disclaimer: Carriers are not liable for any delayed or undelivered messages.
Age Restriction: 18+ only.

Link to Privacy Policy: See above Privacy Policy for full details on data handling.