How we use text messaging and your rights as a recipient.
Apparatus Exchange uses text messaging to communicate with buyers and sellers regarding listings, offers, escrow transactions, and other business related to the purchase or sale of fire apparatus. Message types include:
Message frequency varies depending on transaction activity. You may receive between 1 and 10 messages per active transaction.
By providing your mobile phone number on any of the following forms on this website, you are agreeing to receive text messages from Apparatus Exchange at the number provided:
Consent to receive text messages is not a condition of purchase or any transaction. You may opt out at any time.
You can opt out of text messages from Apparatus Exchange at any time using any of the following methods:
Reply STOP
Reply STOP to any text message you receive from us. You will receive a confirmation and no further messages will be sent.
Reply HELP
Reply HELP to any text message for assistance and contact information.
Email Us
Send an opt-out request to info@apparatusexchange.com with your phone number and we will remove you immediately.
Call Us
Call (888) 340-1571 and request to be removed from text messaging.
Message and data rates may apply. Apparatus Exchange does not charge for text messages, but your mobile carrier may charge standard messaging and data rates. Contact your carrier for details about your plan.
Our text messaging service is compatible with most major U.S. carriers including AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, Sprint, US Cellular, and others. Carrier support may vary.
Your phone number is used solely to send you messages related to your activity on Apparatus Exchange. We do not sell, rent, or share your phone number with third parties for marketing purposes. Your number is used exclusively for the transaction-related communications described above.
For full details on how we handle your personal information, please review our Terms & Privacy Policy.
If you have any questions about our text messaging program or need assistance opting out, contact us directly:
Text messaging powered by Quo · (888) 340-1571
Last updated: May 11, 2026. Apparatus Exchange reserves the right to update this SMS consent policy at any time. Continued use of our platform following any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.