SMS terms and conditions

These terms govern text messages sent and received in connection with research studies operated by Child Mind Institute. They supplement our organization-wide terms of use.

Program description

An automated interviewer conducts a research questionnaire by text message. Messages consist of questionnaire items and replies to what you send. No marketing or promotional messages are ever sent from this number.

How you opt in

Participants are recruited through the Prolific research platform. A participant who agrees to take part is shown the study number +1 (507) 431-7807 and a one-time code, and sends a text message to that number to begin. Sending that message is the opt-in. Every conversation is started by the participant. We never message a number that has not messaged us first, and we do not buy, rent, or import phone number lists.

Message frequency

Expected length is 30 to 60 minutes, typically 100 to 200 messages in a single session.

Cost

Message and data rates may apply. We do not charge for participation.

Opting out and getting help

Reply STOP at any time to end the conversation and receive no further messages. Reply HELP for assistance, or email arno.klein@childmind.org. Opting out does not affect your standing on Prolific or your compensation for work already completed.

Carriers and delivery

Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. Supported carriers vary and delivery is not guaranteed on all networks.

Consent

Consent to receive text messages is not a condition of any purchase and is not required to participate in any other Child Mind Institute activity. Participation is voluntary and may be withdrawn at any time.

Contact: arno.klein@childmind.org · Organization terms of use · SMS privacy notice