SMS Consent & Communications Policy
This page describes how AML KONTROL LLC sends text messages (SMS), the four categories of messages we may send, how to opt in to each, and how to stop receiving them at any time. Opting in to SMS is always voluntary and is never a requirement for using the MSB Control platform.
1. Who Is Sending the Messages
Text messages are sent by AML KONTROL LLC, a compliance management software company that serves Money Services Businesses (MSBs). AML KONTROL LLC is the legal entity registered with wireless carriers and messaging providers for all SMS communications described on this page. Messages are delivered through Twilio Inc. as our messaging infrastructure provider.
2. Message Categories
AML KONTROL LLC sends SMS messages across four distinct categories. Each category has its own opt-in and opt-out process. Message and data rates may apply to all categories.
Account Notifications
TransactionalOperational messages tied directly to your account status and compliance obligations on the MSB Control platform.
Examples
- KYC document request alerts and review status updates
- BSA/AML compliance training assignments and completion confirmations
- Currency Transaction Report (CTR) and SAR filing notifications
- Watchlist and sanctions screening result alerts
- Account security alerts (e.g., password reset confirmation, new login detected)
- Direct operational messages from your assigned compliance officer
Delivery Notifications
TransactionalConfirmation messages sent when documents, reports, or regulated filings are submitted, received, or require your action.
Examples
- Document upload confirmation and acceptance notices
- Regulatory report submission receipts (CTR, SAR, FBAR)
- Signed agreement and disclosure delivery confirmations
- Document expiration and renewal reminders
- Principal review requests requiring your response
Events
InformationalReminders and announcements related to compliance training sessions, regulatory deadlines, and platform events.
Examples
- Upcoming BSA/AML training session reminders
- Regulatory filing deadline alerts
- Live compliance webinar invitations and reminders
- Certification expiration warnings
- Scheduled platform maintenance windows
Marketing
Promotional — Separate Opt-In RequiredPromotional messages about new MSB Control features, product announcements, and special offers. These messages are entirely optional and governed by a separate consent.
Examples
- New feature announcements and product updates
- Early access invitations for beta capabilities
- Promotional offers and partnership announcements
- Industry news curated by the AML KONTROL team
3. How to Opt In
3A. Account Notifications, Delivery Notifications & Events
Opting in is completely optional. You can use MSB Control fully without receiving any of these text messages. To opt in, take one of the following explicit actions after your account has been created:
- In-platform — Go to Account → Notification Preferences, check "Enable SMS notifications", and save. You will receive a confirmation text asking you to reply YES to activate.
- Email invitation — Your compliance officer may send an email with a unique opt-in link. Clicking that link and confirming your phone number constitutes your opt-in.
Your opt-in is recorded with a timestamp and is separate from your account registration.
3B. Marketing Messages
Marketing SMS requires a separate, explicit opt-in independent of any other consent. You will never receive promotional messages unless you specifically request them. To opt in to marketing messages:
- In-platform — Go to Account → Notification Preferences and check "Receive SMS product updates and offers". This checkbox is unchecked by default and is separate from your general SMS opt-in.
- Keyword — Text
JOIN UPDATESto our short code. You will receive a confirmation message.
Declining marketing SMS has no effect on your platform access or any other message category.
4. How to Opt Out (STOP)
You may stop any or all SMS messages at any time:
- Reply STOP — Text
STOPto any message from AML KONTROL LLC to unsubscribe from all message categories. You will receive one confirmation and no further messages (except legally required responses). - Per-category opt-out — Go to Account → Notification Preferences to disable individual message categories while keeping others active.
- Email request — Email admin@msbcontrol.com with subject "SMS Opt-Out Request" and the mobile number to be removed.
To re-enable any category after opting out, follow the opt-in steps in Section 3.
5. HELP Command
Reply HELP to any SMS from AML KONTROL LLC to receive contact information and a link to this page. You may also reach us at admin@msbcontrol.com.
6. Other Communication Channels
The four message categories above may also be delivered through non-SMS channels:
- Email — All four categories are available via email. Use the unsubscribe link in any email or manage preferences under Account → Notification Preferences.
- In-App Notifications — Real-time alerts for Account Notifications, Delivery Notifications, and Events while you are logged into the platform.
- WhatsApp — Available for Account Notifications and Events if your organization has enabled the WhatsApp Business channel. Reply
STOPto unsubscribe.
7. Messaging Provider
SMS and WhatsApp messages are delivered through Twilio Inc. Your phone number is shared with Twilio solely to facilitate message delivery and is not sold to any third party. Twilio's privacy policy: twilio.com/legal/privacy.
8. Data Retention
Your phone number and opt-in/opt-out records are retained for as long as your account is active or as required by applicable law (including BSA record-keeping requirements of up to 5 years). Upon account closure, phone numbers used solely for SMS are deleted within 30 days unless retention is required by regulation.
9. Contact Us
For questions about this policy or your SMS preferences, contact: