Effective Date: March 17, 2026
Last Updated: March 17, 2026
Introduction
Sentry Self Storage (“Company,” “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 sentrystoragevista.com, use our services, or interact with us in any way.
This website uses integrated software components and services provided by Cubby Enterprises, Inc. for storage unit management, reservations, and customer communications. For information about how Cubby Enterprises, Inc. handles data collected through these integrated services, please see their privacy policy at https://www.cubbystorage.com/privacy-policy.
By using our website or services, you consent to the collection and use of your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please do not access or use our services.
Information We Collect
Personal Information You Provide — We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you make a reservation or rent a storage unit, create an account on our website, contact us with questions or requests, sign up for newsletters or promotional materials, participate in surveys, contests, or promotional activities, or make payments or provide billing information.
This information may include your full name and contact information (phone number, email address, mailing address), government-issued identification information, payment information (credit card numbers, bank account information), storage unit preferences and rental history, emergency contact information, vehicle information (if applicable), and communications with our customer service team.
Information We Collect Automatically — When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing activity, including your IP address and location information, browser type and version, operating system, pages visited and time spent on our website, referring website or source, device identifiers and characteristics, and cookies and similar tracking technologies.
Information from Third Parties — We may receive information about you from Cubby Enterprises, Inc. through their integrated software components, payment processors (such as Stripe, Payabli, or other payment services), identity verification services, marketing partners and lead generation services, public records and databases, social media platforms (if you interact with us there), and our website hosting and development partners.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to process rental agreements and reservations, manage your storage unit account, process payments and billing, provide customer support, verify your identity and prevent fraud, manage facility access and security, send rental confirmations and updates, provide important notices about your account or our services, send promotional materials and special offers (with your consent), respond to your inquiries and requests, conduct customer satisfaction surveys, improve our website and services, analyze usage patterns and customer preferences, conduct market research and analytics, ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, protect against fraud and unauthorized access, personalize your experience on our website, display relevant advertisements, measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns, and send targeted promotional communications (with your consent).
Text and Phone Communications
Consent to Receive Communications — By providing your phone number to us, you are providing express written consent to receive communications from us at that number. We may contact you via text messages (SMS/MMS), voice calls (including autodialed and prerecorded calls), and push notifications (if you have our mobile app).
Types of Communications — Transactional Communications (No Opt-Out Available): You will receive essential communications related to your storage account, including rental confirmations and lease agreements, payment confirmations and receipts, account status updates and notifications, security alerts and access notifications, past due notices and payment reminders, unit availability confirmations, customer service responses, and emergency notifications.
Promotional Communications (Opt-In Required): With your separate consent, you may receive promotional messages including special offers and discounts, new service announcements, facility updates and improvements, seasonal promotions, referral programs, and customer satisfaction surveys.
Message Frequency and Timing — Transactional messages: Frequency varies based on your account activity. Promotional messages: Approximately 0-5 messages per month (if you opt in). Timing: Messages may be sent during normal business hours (8 AM – 8 PM local time). Emergency communications: May be sent at any time.
Opt-Out Instructions — For Promotional Messages: Reply “STOP” to any promotional text message, call us at (760) 758-3580 to opt out, email us at sentrystoragevista@gmail.com, or log into your account and update preferences. For Transactional Messages: You cannot opt out of transactional messages while you maintain an active account with us, as these are necessary for account management and security.
Message and Data Rates — Standard message and data rates may apply based on your mobile carrier’s plan. We do not charge for text messages, but your carrier may. Contact your mobile provider for details about your messaging plan.
Carrier and Service Provider Information — Text messages are sent through Twilio, a third-party communication service provider. By consenting to receive text messages, you acknowledge that your phone number and message content will be shared with Twilio, Twilio’s own privacy policy and terms of service apply to their handling of your data, and we may use additional communication service providers as needed.
How We Share Your Information
Service Providers — Cubby Enterprises, Inc.: Provides integrated software components for storage unit management, reservations, and customer communications. Twilio: Provides text messaging and voice communication services. When you provide your phone number, we share it with Twilio along with message content to deliver communications to you. Website hosting provider: Bluehost hosts and maintains our website infrastructure. Payment processors: To process payments and prevent fraud. Identity verification services: To verify your identity and prevent fraud. Other communication services: May include additional providers for voice calls, email delivery, and push notifications. IT and security providers: To maintain and secure our systems. Legal and professional advisors: Including attorneys and accountants.
Business Partners — Marketing partners: To provide relevant offers and services (with your consent). Analytics providers: To help us understand website usage and improve our services. Advertising networks: To display relevant advertisements.
Legal and Safety Requirements — We may disclose your information when required by law or when we believe disclosure is necessary to comply with legal obligations, court orders, or government requests, protect our rights, property, or safety, protect the rights, property, or safety of our customers or others, prevent fraud or illegal activities, or enforce our terms of service or other agreements.
Business Transfers — In the event of a merger, acquisition, sale of assets, or bankruptcy, your information may be transferred to the successor entity.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest, secure data storage with access controls, regular security assessments and updates, employee training on data protection, and secure payment processing through certified providers. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights and Choices
Access and Correction — You have the right to access, update, or correct your personal information. You can log into your account to view and update your information, contact us to request access to your information, or request corrections to inaccurate information.
Communication Preferences — You can control how we communicate with you. Opt out of promotional emails by clicking the unsubscribe link. Opt out of promotional text messages by replying “STOP.” Contact us to update your communication preferences. Note that you may continue to receive transactional communications related to your account.
Account Deletion — You may request deletion of your account and personal information, subject to legal requirements to retain certain information, legitimate business interests (such as fraud prevention), and outstanding obligations or disputes.
California Privacy Rights — If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information we collect and how we use it, right to delete personal information (with certain exceptions), right to opt out of the sale of personal information, and right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights. To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to remember your preferences and login information, analyze website usage and improve our services, provide personalized content and advertisements, and ensure website security and prevent fraud. You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our website.
Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
International Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with applicable privacy laws.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will post the updated Privacy Policy on our website, update the “Last Updated” date, and provide notice of material changes as required by law. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about our privacy practices.
Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
Sentry Self Storage
Facility Manager: Deanne S.
Address: 1746 Laguna Drive, Vista, CA 92084
Phone: (760) 758-3580
Email: sentrystoragevista@gmail.com