The Smoking Illini offers completely optional text message alerts. Completely Optional! These text messages are not required as part of your membership. As a reminder, membership sign-up can be done in person and via the Smoke Ring page of our website. Sign-up, if you desire, to receive text messages from Smoking Illini about upcoming tailgates, including dates, times, locations, event updates, and other tailgate information.
Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. Reply STOP to opt out or HELP for help. By checking the box below and submitting your phone number you agree to receive recurring SMS messages from the Smoking Illini at the number provided. Your consent is not a condition of purchasing any goods or services.
Privacy Policy
Effective Date: August 25, 2026
We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the information you provide through our website and SMS messaging program.
Information We Collect
When you use our website, submit a form, or sign up to receive text messages, we may collect information such as your name, email address, and mobile phone number.
We may also collect information you voluntarily provide through forms or other interactions with our website.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Respond to your questions or requests.
- Provide information about our events, activities, or services.
- Send SMS messages that you have requested or agreed to receive.
- Communicate with you about relevant updates and announcements.
- Operate, maintain, and improve our website and services.
SMS Messaging
If you provide your mobile phone number and expressly agree to receive text messages from us, you may receive SMS messages related to our events, activities, announcements, or other information you requested.
Message frequency may vary. Message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier and plan.
Your consent to receive SMS messages is not a condition of purchasing any goods or services.
You can opt out of SMS messages at any time by replying STOP to any message. After you send STOP, you may receive one additional message confirming that you have been unsubscribed. You will no longer receive SMS messages unless you choose to opt in again.
For help, reply HELP to any message.
Sharing of Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information.
We may share information with service providers that help us operate our website and communications, including providers that assist with sending SMS messages. These service providers may use your information only as necessary to provide services to us.
Mobile phone numbers and SMS opt-in information will not be shared with third parties or affiliates for their own marketing or promotional purposes.
Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect the personal information we collect. However, no method of transmitting or storing information electronically can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
Cookies and Website Information
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to help operate the website, understand how visitors use the site, and improve our services.
Third-Party Services
Our website and communications may use third-party services, including SMS messaging providers, payment processors, analytics services, or other technology providers. Those providers may process information as necessary to provide their services and may have their own privacy policies.
Children’s Privacy
Our website and SMS program are not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our SMS program, please contact us through the contact information provided on our website.
SMS Program Terms & Conditions
Effective Date: August 25, 2026
These SMS Program Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) govern your participation in the SMS messaging program operated by Smoking Illini (“we,” “us,” or “our”).
1. SMS Program
By providing your mobile phone number and opting in to receive text messages from us, you agree to receive recurring SMS messages related to tailgate events, invitations, updates, reminders, and other event-related information.
Message frequency may vary. Message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier and plan.
2. Consent
Your consent to receive SMS messages is not a condition of purchasing any goods or services.
You may provide consent by voluntarily checking the SMS consent checkbox on our website and submitting your phone number. By checking the box, you confirm that you are the authorized user of the mobile number provided and agree to these SMS Terms & Conditions and our Privacy Policy.
3. Opting Out
You may opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time by replying STOP to any message you receive from us.
After you send STOP, you will receive a confirmation message and will no longer receive SMS messages from us unless you provide consent again.
4. Getting Help
For assistance with our SMS program, reply HELP to any message or contact us at smokingillini@gmail.com.
5. Supported Carriers
Our SMS program is supported by participating wireless carriers. Carriers are not responsible for delayed or undelivered messages.
6. Privacy
We respect your privacy. Information collected through our SMS program, including your mobile phone number and consent information, will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
We will not sell or share your mobile phone number or SMS opt-in information with third parties for their own marketing purposes.
7. Changes to These Terms
We may update these SMS Terms & Conditions from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about these Terms or our SMS program, contact:
Smoking Illini
smokingillini@gmail.com