Industrial Welding & Academy

Effective Date: December 10, 2025

Last Updated: December 10, 2025

Privacy Policy

Introduction

Industrial Welding & Academy (“IWA,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website (https://iwatraining.com), enroll in our training programs, or communicate with us via text messaging, email, or phone.

Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, date of birth, and payment information when you register for courses or contact us.
SMS/Text Messaging Information: When you opt in to receive text messages, we collect your mobile phone number and your consent records.
Usage Information: Information about how you interact with our website, including IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on our site.
Educational Records: Course enrollment data, completion certificates, training progress, and assessment results.

How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:

  • Process course registrations and payments

     

  • Send course reminders, enrollment confirmations, and training updates via text message, email, or phone

     

  • Provide customer support and respond to your inquiries

     

  • Improve our website and training programs

     

  • Comply with legal obligations and maintain records

     

  • Send promotional information about our services (only with your consent)

SMS/Text Messaging Program

Consent: By providing your mobile phone number and opting in to our text messaging program, you consent to receive text messages from Industrial Welding & Academy, including registration reminders, enrollment information, course updates, and general notifications. Messages may be sent using an automatic telephone dialing system.

Message Frequency: Message frequency varies depending on your course enrollment and program participation.

Message and Data Rates: Message and data rates may apply based on your mobile carrier’s plan.

Opt-Out Instructions: You can opt out of receiving text messages at any time by:

  • Replying STOP to any text message from us
  • Clicking the unsubscribe link in our messages (where available)
  • Contacting us at info@iwatraining.com or (817) 540-1300

Help: For assistance with text messages, reply HELP to any message or contact us at info@iwatraining.com.
Mobile Information Sharing: Mobile information will not be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.

How We Share Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.
We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party vendors who assist us with business operations, such as payment processing, website hosting, and SMS delivery services. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.
Legal Requirements: We may disclose information when required by law, court order, or government regulation, or to protect our rights, safety, or property.
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new entity.

Data Security
We implement reasonable physical, technical, and administrative safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you
  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your information
  • Opt out of marketing communications
  • Withdraw consent for text messaging at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@iwatraining.com or (817) 540-1300.

Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of our services after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

Terms and Conditions
SMS/Text Messaging Terms
By providing your mobile phone number and opting in to text messages from Industrial Welding & Academy, you agree to the following terms:
Program Description: You will receive informational text messages from Industrial Welding & Academy, including but not limited to:

  • Course registration confirmations
  • Class reminders and schedule updates
  • Enrollment information and deadlines
  • Training program announcements
  • General updates about our services

Message Frequency: Message frequency varies based on your enrollment status and program participation. You may receive approximately 2-10 messages per month.
Cost: Message and data rates may apply based on your mobile carrier’s pricing plan. Please consult your mobile service provider for details about your plan.
Supported Carriers: Our text messaging service is available on major U.S. carriers. Please contact us if you experience delivery issues.
Customer Care: For help or support with text messages:

  • Reply HELP to any message
  • Email us at info@iwatraining.com
  • Call us at (817) 540-1300

Opt-Out: You can cancel text messages at any time by:

  • Replying STOP to any text message from us
  • Contacting us at info@iwatraining.com or (817) 540-1300

After you send STOP, you will receive one final confirmation message, and no further messages will be sent unless you re-opt in.
Consent: Your consent to receive text messages is not a condition of purchasing any goods or services from Industrial Welding & Academy.
Liability: Industrial Welding & Academy, our service providers, and mobile carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.

General Terms of Use
Acceptance: By accessing our website and using our services, you agree to these Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy.
Modifications: We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Changes will be effective when posted on our website.
Governing Law: These terms are governed by the laws of the State of Texas, United States.

Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our Terms and Conditions, please contact us:
Industrial Welding & Academy

Email: info@iwatraining.com

Phone: (817) 540-1300

Website: https://iwatraining.com

By using our services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions.

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