This Privacy Policy explains how Essex County Democratic Committee, Inc. ("we" or "us") collects, uses, and discloses information about you when you access or use our websites and other online services that link to this Privacy Policy (collectively, "Services") or otherwise interact with us.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If we make any changes, we will notify you by revising the "Last Revised" date at the top of this Privacy Policy, and, in some cases, we may provide additional notice (such as by adding a statement to our website homepage or sending a notification). We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy whenever you access or use the Services or otherwise interact with us to stay informed about our information practices and the choices available to you.

 

WHAT INFORMATION DO WE COLLECT?

Information You Provide To Us

We collect information you provide directly to us. For example, we collect information when you:

• Make a donation

• Make a purchase from our online store

• Participate in interactive areas or features of the Services

• Sign up to receive email updates or notifications (such as text message alerts)

• Use the voter registration or assistance tools available through the Services

• Fill out a form, apply for a job or internship

• Participate in a survey, contest, or other promotion

• Communicate with us via third-party social media sites

We may collect your name, email address, postal address, phone number, credit card information, and any other payment information you choose to provide.

In addition, the United States Federal Election Commission, Internal Revenue Service, and certain state agencies may require us to collect and publicly report certain information from donors.

Other Information We Collect When You Use Our Services

When you access or use the Services, we automatically collect certain information, including:

• Log Information: Internet Protocol (“IP”) address, operating system, browser type, pages viewed, links clicked, access times, and the webpage you visited before navigating to the Services.

• Transactional Information: Product details, purchase price, date, and time of transactions.

• Device Information: Hardware model, operating system version, unique device identifiers, and mobile network information.

• Location Information: Approximate location derived from your IP address.

• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and web beacons to improve the Services, track engagement, and measure effectiveness.

Information We Collect From Other Sources

We may obtain information from other sources and combine it with information collected through the Services. For example, if you make a donation via a third-party website or sign up to volunteer via a third-party platform, you may receive certain information from those sources.

 

HOW DO WE USE THE INFORMATION WE COLLECT?

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Provide, maintain, and improve the Services

• Deliver services, products, and requested information

• Send you notifications, confirmations, and technical updates

• Respond to inquiries and provide customer support

• Request feedback and communicate about your use of the Services

• Send you newsletters, campaign updates, and promotional content

• Connect you with other supporters, volunteers, and causes

• Assist with voter registration and election participation

• Comply with federal election and financial laws

• Analyze trends and monitor engagement with the Services

• Serve targeted advertisements based on your interactions with the Services

• Contact survey, contest, or sweepstakes participants

• Carry out any other purpose for which the information was collected

 

SMS AND CALLS POLICY

By providing your phone number, you consent to receive automated and non-automated text messages and calls from us, including:

• Political updates and campaign-related notifications

• Reminders about elections, voting deadlines, and voter registration

• Fundraising and volunteer opportunities

• Other relevant notifications related to our Services

Opting Out: You may opt out of receiving promotional text messages and calls at any time by replying "STOP" to any text message. Standard messaging and data rates may apply. Opting out will not affect transactional messages related to donations, purchases, or other direct interactions.

 

WHAT INFORMATION DO WE SHARE WITH THIRD PARTIES?

We may share information as follows:

• Service Providers: With vendors, consultants, and volunteers who need access to perform services on our behalf.

• Like-Minded Organizations: With candidates, organizations, or causes with similar objectives.

• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, subpoenas, court orders, or legal processes.

• Protective Actions: When necessary to protect our rights, property, users, employees, or volunteers.

• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or asset sale.

• Aggregate or De-Identified Data: We may share aggregated data that cannot be used to identify you.

We do not share automated text messaging opt-in information except (1) with service providers assisting with messaging campaigns or (2) as required by law.

 

YOUR CHOICES

Cookies

Most web browsers accept cookies by default, but you can set your browser to remove or reject cookies. This may affect functionality.

Promotional Communications

You may opt out of promotional communications (emails, text messages, newsletters) by following the instructions in those communications. You will still receive non-promotional communications regarding transactions or service updates.

 

OTHER WEBSITES LINKED TO OUR SERVICES

Our Services may contain links to third-party websites, such as donation platforms and volunteer coordination sites. This Privacy Policy does not apply to third-party websites. Please review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

 

ADVERTISING AND ANALYTICS SERVICES

We may allow third-party services to track data for analytics and advertising purposes. These services may use cookies, web beacons, and device identifiers to collect information about your interactions with our Services.  To opt out of behavioral advertising, visit: www.aboutads.info/choices

 

QUESTIONS?

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at info@essex]dems.org