telecommunications networks. Bulk Messenger means any Person that is entitled by virtue of a contract with a Licensed Operator to send Bulk Messages or send Bulk Messages on behalf of the Source over Licensed Operators’ networks. Recipient means any User of or Subscriber to a mobile telecommunications service in the Kingdom of Bahrain. Article 2 - Scope of Regulation This Regulation applies to all Licensed Operators sending Bulk Messages.with the exception of the following: a. Public Security Announcement ; b. Public Announcement from Government Ministries or Government Agencies; c. Network Fault Events report or notice; Article 3 – Opt-out Procedures from Receiving List 1. 2. 3. Licensed Operators shall provide a free-of-charge opt-out option from the receiving list of any Bulk Message which is nationally or internationally originated from any source that is identified by numbers or alphanumeric codes, regardless of whether the Bulk Message is solicited or unsolicited Licensed Operators shall provide this option either through a free-of-charge SMS or a toll free number. Licensed Operators shall make available all information and guidance relating to the Bulk Messages Opt-out option procedures on the Licensed Operator’s websites and outlets and call centres. Article 4 – Sending of Bulk Messages for Contracted Source Ref: CCA/0810/230 Date: 24 February 2011 Telecommunications Regulatory Authority Page 3 of 5 Issue 1