SMS/Text Messaging
By providing your mobile number, you consent to receive text messages from Schindler Funeral Home regarding service updates, appointment confirmations, or important information about arrangements and pre-planning. Message frequency may vary. Message and data rates may apply. To opt out, reply “STOP” to any message.
We do not share mobile contact information with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. Your information may be shared only with service providers who assist us in communication or customer care. All other categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.
What Information Do We Collect?
We collect information from you when you complete a form on our website, subscribe to updates, or contact us for assistance with funeral arrangements, pre-planning, or related services.
We may collect:
- Your name, phone number, email address, and mailing address
- Information related to your inquiry or requested services
- Technical data such as your browser, IP address, and device type (via Google Analytics)
This information helps us provide better service and website experiences. None of this data personally identifies you. You can learn more about how data is collected with Analytics here.
You may visit our site anonymously. Should Schindler Funeral Home merge with or be acquired by another organization, you will be notified before any transfer of your information occurs under a new privacy policy.
What Do We Use Your Information For?
Any information we collect from you may be used in one of the following ways:
- To respond to your inquiries and process service requests
- To provide updates related to arrangements, pre-planning, or general assistance
- To send periodic communications or helpful resources about grief support and community events
Your information will not be sold, exchanged, or transferred to any other organization without your consent, except as necessary to deliver the services requested.
How Do We Protect Your Information?
We implement a variety of security measures to maintain the safety of your personal information when you submit or access data on our website. Sensitive information is transmitted through secure technology, and access is limited to authorized staff and service providers who agree to confidentiality standards.
Do We Disclose Any Information to Outside Parties?
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personally identifiable information to outside parties.
Information may be shared only with trusted partners who help us operate our website or provide services on our behalf, such as technology or communication providers, and only under confidentiality agreements.
We may release information when required to comply with the law, enforce our policies, or protect our rights and the safety of others. Non-personal visitor data may be shared for analytics or reporting purposes.
Third Party Links
Occasionally, our website may include links to grief support organizations, community partners, or other helpful resources. These third-party sites have independent privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their content or data handling. We encourage visitors to review the privacy statements of any linked websites.
Third Party Services
Certain third-party providers—such as web hosts, form processors, or email systems—collect and use data only as needed to support our operations.
These providers are contractually obligated to keep your information secure and confidential.
If you interact with a third-party service through our site (for example, a payment processor for pre-arrangement deposits), your data may be subject to the laws of that service provider’s jurisdiction. Once you leave our website or are redirected to a third-party platform, you are no longer governed by this Privacy Policy.
Cookies and Analytics
Our website uses cookies and analytical tools to enhance the user experience. Cookies help us track anonymous site usage patterns and improve functionality. You may disable cookies in your browser without affecting most website features.
Online Privacy Policy Only
This online privacy policy applies only to information collected through the Schindler Funeral Home website and not to information collected offline or by other means.
Changes to Our Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. All updates will be posted on this page with the most recent revision date noted.
Contacting Us
If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us using the information below:
Schindler Funeral Home
44 Center St
Gowanda, NY 14070
