Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

TED J. Autos ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website at https://autobuyer.ai and our AI-powered automotive services, including our SMS messaging features.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect the following personal information:

• Name and contact information (email address, phone number)
• Vehicle preferences and search criteria
• Location data (if you choose to share it)
• Chat conversation history with our AI assistant
• Account credentials and profile information

Technical Information

• IP address and device information
• Browser type and version
• Usage patterns and interaction data
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. SMS Messaging Services

Opt-In Process

You may opt in to receive SMS messages from TED J. Autos through:

• Interacting with our chatbot on https://autobuyer.ai and explicitly choosing to continue the conversation via SMS
• Providing your phone number through gated lead capture forms during onboarding or demos

Before sending any SMS messages, you must affirmatively enter your phone number and confirm your consent. The opt-in message includes: "By providing your phone number, you agree to receive text messages from AutoBuyer. Message and data rates may apply. Consent is not a condition of purchase."

SMS Content and Frequency

SMS messages may include vehicle recommendations, appointment reminders, service updates, and responses to your inquiries. Message frequency varies based on your interaction with our services.

Opt-Out

You can opt out of SMS messages at any time by replying "STOP" to any message or by contacting us directly. Standard message and data rates may apply.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide personalized vehicle recommendations
• Facilitate communication between you and automotive dealers
• Send SMS messages (with your consent)
• Improve our AI assistant and services
• Provide customer support
• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect against fraud and abuse

5. Information Sharing

We may share your information with:

• Automotive dealers and service providers (with your consent)
• Third-party service providers who assist in our operations
• Legal authorities when required by law
• Business partners for joint marketing efforts (with your consent)

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Correct inaccurate information
• Delete your personal information
• Opt out of SMS messaging
• Withdraw consent for data processing
• Request data portability

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage patterns, and provide personalized content. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: