Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 04/16/24

The Committee to Elect Deborah Gatrell is committed to safeguarding the privacy of our supporters and adheres to the highest standards of data protection. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect the personal information, including phone numbers and opt-in information, that we may collect during our political campaign and related activities.

1. Information Collection and Use

1.1 Collection of Phone Numbers and Opt-In Information

As part of our political campaign, we may collect phone numbers and opt-in information (such as names, email addresses, and ZIP codes) from individuals who voluntarily provide this information through various means, including but not limited to:

  • Online forms on our website or campaign platforms.

  • In-person events, rallies, or gatherings.

  • Phone calls or text message communications.

  • Social media interactions.

We collect this information to communicate with our supporters, inform them about our campaign updates, events, and relevant political issues. By providing your phone number and opt-in information, you consent to our use of this information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

1.2 Use of Phone Numbers and Opt-In Information

We will use the collected phone numbers and opt-in information solely for the following purposes:

  • Campaign-related communication: We may use phone numbers to send important campaign updates, event reminders, or other relevant information related to our political campaign.

  • Volunteer outreach: We may reach out to individuals who have provided their phone numbers to engage them in volunteering opportunities, canvassing, or other campaign-related activities.

  • Fundraising: We may use phone numbers to contact individuals who have expressed an interest in supporting our campaign financially. However, we will not engage in telemarketing activities or solicit contributions from individuals who have registered their phone numbers on a "Do Not Call" list.

2. Disclosure to Third Parties

We value the privacy of our supporters and pledge not to sell, share, convey, or otherwise disclose your phone numbers and opt-in information to third parties or outside sources for marketing or solicitation purposes.

3. Data Security

We take the security of your personal information seriously and employ reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect it from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, alteration, or destruction.

4. Retention of Information

​We will retain your phone numbers and opt-in information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law.

5. Your Choices and Rights

​You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal information that we hold. You may also withdraw your consent for us to contact you at any time. To exercise your rights or request more information about our data practices, please contact us at deborah@vote4deborah.com.

6. Updates to the Privacy Policy

​We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be effective upon posting the revised Privacy Policy on our website or campaign platforms. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.