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Privacy Policy

Tara Freight Systems ("we", "our", or "us") values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal information when you visit www.tarafreight.com, communicate with us, or use our services. By using our website or services, you agree to the practices described below.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

A. Information You Provide Directly:

  • Name

  • Phone number

  • Email address

  • Mailing address

  • Driver’s license number (CDL)

  • Company and carrier details

  • Insurance documents

  • Employment and application information

B. Automatically Collected Information:
When you use our website, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and device info

  • Pages visited and time spent

  • Referring website or search engine

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information to:

  • Provide dispatch, logistics, and freight transportation services

  • Respond to your inquiries and customer support requests

  • Send load details, appointment confirmations, and delivery updates

  • Send billing, documentation, or compliance-related notifications

  • Improve our website and service offerings

  • Send promotional or marketing messages (only with explicit consent)

  • Communicate with drivers or partners via SMS/text (if opted in)

3. SMS/Text Messaging Consent

When you provide your phone number on our website or during any communication with us, you may opt-in to receive SMS/text messages from Tara Freight Systems for purposes such as:

  • Dispatch updates

  • Load opportunities

  • Appointment reminders

  • Payment or billing alerts

  • Company announcements or offers (only if separately opted in)

SMS consent is not shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing purposes.

Standard messaging and data rates may apply. Message frequency varies. You can opt out at any time by replying “STOP” to any message. Reply “HELP” for assistance or contact office@tarafreight.com.

4. Sharing of Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may only share it with:

  • Service providers we use to support our business (e.g., factoring, insurance, ELD integration) under strict confidentiality

  • Government agencies or legal authorities, if required by law

  • Business partners, only as needed to perform contracted services on your behalf (never for marketing)

5. Data Security

We use physical, electronic, and managerial safeguards to protect your data. These include secure servers, encryption, access controls, and confidentiality agreements with staff and vendors.

However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. Use of our site and services is at your own risk.

6. Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access or request a copy of your personal information

  • Request correction of incorrect or outdated data

  • Request deletion of your data (subject to legal or contractual limitations)

  • Withdraw consent to marketing communications or SMS

To request any of the above, contact us at office@tarafreight.com.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies or analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to improve website functionality and performance. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

8. External Links

Our website may link to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these external sites.

9. Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with the new effective date. Continued use of our website indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Information

Tara Freight Systems
📍 Chicago, IL
✉️ office@tarafreight.com
📞 708-831-8331
🌐 www.tarafreight.com