Privacy Policy

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Privacy Policy for Jack McConnell for U.S. Congress Website

Effective Date: November 29th, 2024

Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect the personal information you provide when visiting our website or interacting with our campaign. By using this website, you agree to the collection and use of your information in accordance with this policy.

We collect personal information that you provide to us directly or automatically through your use of the website.

When you visit our website, subscribe to our newsletter, donate, volunteer, or otherwise interact with our campaign, we may collect the following personal information:

• Name
• Email Address
• Mailing Address
• Phone Number
• Payment Information (for donations)
• Demographic Information (such as occupation, age, political affiliation)

When you visit our website, we may collect certain information automatically, including:

• IP Address: To identify your location and prevent fraudulent activity.
• Browser and Device Information: To help optimize the website’s performance.
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: To analyze site traffic and improve user experience. You can control cookies through your browser settings.

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To process donations and maintain compliance with campaign finance laws.
• To communicate with you about campaign updates, events, and volunteer opportunities.
• To respond to your inquiries or requests.
• To personalize and improve your experience on our website.
• To analyze website traffic and site usage to improve the effectiveness of our digital presence.
• To send you targeted political messaging and fundraising appeals, with your consent.
• To comply with legal obligations, including campaign finance laws and reporting requirements.

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information. While no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure, we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information.

We use encryption (such as SSL) when processing sensitive information, including donation details, and comply with industry standards to protect your data.

We may share your personal information in the following ways:

• Third-party Service Providers: We may share your data with vendors and service providers who help us run the campaign, including payment processors, email marketing providers, and website hosting companies.
• Legal Compliance: We may share your personal information if required by law, including complying with campaign finance reporting requirements, responding to subpoenas, or as otherwise required by applicable law.
• Political Parties or Affiliates: We may share information with party affiliates or other entities working on our behalf to further our campaign.

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties for commercial purposes.

Our website uses cookies and other tracking technologies to enhance user experience and analyze site usage. A cookie is a small file that is stored on your device, allowing us to recognize your preferences and personalize your experience.

You can control cookies by adjusting your browser settings, but please note that some features of the site may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

If you no longer wish to receive campaign emails, you can unsubscribe at any time by:

• Clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any of our emails.
• Contacting us directly at jackfortexas[at]gmail[dot]com to request removal from our mailing list.

If you wish to stop receiving targeted political messaging, you may opt-out through your browser or by contacting us at the email address above.

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have certain rights regarding the personal data we collect. For example, residents of the European Union may have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and residents of California may have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). 

These rights may include:

• The right to access and request copies of your personal data.
• The right to request corrections to any inaccuracies in your data.
• The right to request deletion of your data (subject to applicable legal exceptions).
• The right to object to or restrict certain data processing activities.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at jackfortexas[at]gmail[dot]com.

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information.

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including social media platforms and external campaign partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. Please review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. When we make changes, we will post the updated policy on this page with a new effective date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

Our website may use third-party advertising partners, including the National Advertising Initiative (NAI), to deliver targeted ads based on your browsing behavior. These third-party advertisers may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your visits to our website and other websites in order to provide more relevant advertisements to you.

Third-party cookies are small text files placed on your device by advertisers or other external parties, rather than directly by our website. These cookies are used to track your online activities across different websites, allowing advertisers to deliver ads tailored to your interests.

If you prefer not to receive targeted ads based on your browsing behavior, you can opt out of third-party cookies. The National Advertising Initiative (NAI) provides a mechanism for consumers to opt out of receiving targeted advertising from its member companies.

To opt out of receiving personalized ads, you can visit the NAI's opt-out page:

• Opt-Out of NAI Participating Companies

Please note that opting out through the NAI will not remove all ads but will prevent you from receiving personalized ads from companies participating in the NAI program.

In addition to the NAI opt-out page, you can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings:

• Google Chrome: Go to Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data > "Block third-party cookies".
• Mozilla Firefox: Go to Options > Privacy & Security > Enhanced Tracking Protection.
• Safari: Go to Preferences > Privacy > Block all cookies or manage website data.

Disabling or blocking cookies may impact your experience on our website, as certain features may not function as intended without them.

We may update our third-party cookie usage or change our third-party providers at any time. Any changes to how we use third-party cookies or your ability to opt out will be posted in this section of the Privacy Policy.

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us at:

Email: jackfortexas[at]gmail[dot]com
Website: jackfotexas[dot]vote