1. Introduction

These Privacy Policy and Terms of Service govern the collection, use, disclosure, and protection of information by Justin Wagner for Congress (the “Campaign," "we," "us," or "our"). The Campaign is a federal political committee organized to support Justin Wagner's candidacy for the United States House of Representatives in Pennsylvania's 16th Congressional District. By accessing or using the Campaign's website, digital platforms, or online services, you acknowledge and agree to the practices described herein.

2. Scope and Applicability

This Policy applies to all visitors, donors, volunteers, supporters, and individuals who interact with the Campaign online. This Policy governs information collected through digital means and supplements, but does not replace, any disclosures required by federal or state election law.

3. Categories of Information Collected

The Campaign collects information voluntarily provided by individuals, including but not limited to names, email addresses, phone numbers, mailing addresses, occupation and employer information required for federal election reporting, contribution details, and any information submitted through forms or direct communications. The Campaign may also collect limited technical and usage data automatically, such as IP addresses, browser types, device identifiers, referring URLs, timestamps, and website interaction data.

4. Sources of Information

Information may be collected directly from individuals, through third-party platforms used for fundraising, email, text messaging, analytics, voter engagement, or from publicly available sources and data vendors lawfully permitted to provide such information for political purposes.

5. Use of Information

Information collected by the Campaign is used solely for lawful campaign purposes, including voter outreach, volunteer coordination, fundraising, compliance with federal and state election laws, internal analytics, website administration, and responding to inquiries. Information may also be used to prevent fraud, enforce policies, and protect the security and integrity of Campaign systems.

6. Political Contributions and Federal Election Compliance

All political contributions to the Campaign are governed by the Federal Election Campaign Act and regulations enforced by the Federal Election Commission. Contribution information, including name, address, occupation, employer, and contribution amount, may be disclosed publicly as required by law. Contributions are not tax deductible. By making a contribution, individuals affirm under penalty of law that they are at least eighteen (18) years of age, are United States citizens or lawfully admitted permanent residents, are contributing their own funds, are not federal contractors, and are not otherwise prohibited from making political contributions.

7. Payment Processing and Financial Information

Online contributions are processed by third-party payment processors such as ActBlue or other vendors. The Campaign does not store full credit card numbers, bank account numbers, or other sensitive financial account information. Payment processors operate under their own privacy policies and security standards.

8. Communications and Consent 

By providing contact information to the Campaign, individuals consent to receive communications from or on behalf of the Campaign, including emails, telephone calls, prerecorded messages, and text messages related to campaign activities, events, volunteer opportunities, and fundraising. Message frequency may vary, and standard message and data rates may apply. 

9. Text Messaging and TCPA Compliance 

The Campaign complies with the Telephone Consumer Protection Act and applicable state laws governing text messaging. Explicit opt-in consent is required prior to sending automated text messages. Consent may be withdrawn at any time by replying STOP. Text message opt-in data and consent are not sold or shared, except with service providers assisting the Campaign in delivering messages or as required by law. 

10. Information Sharing and Disclosure 

The Campaign may share personal information with campaign staff, volunteers, consultants, professional service providers, and vendors solely for lawful campaign-related purposes. The Campaign does not sell, rent, or trade personal information for commercial purposes. Information will not be shared in a manner that constitutes unlawful coordination with independent expenditure committees or outside groups, except as permitted under federal election law. 

11. Cookies, Pixels, and Analytics Technologies 

The Campaign may use cookies, tracking pixels, and similar technologies to understand website usage, measure engagement, improve functionality, and enhance outreach effectiveness. Users may control cookie preferences through browser settings; however, disabling cookies may limit website functionality. 

12. Data Retention 

The Campaign retains personal information for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill campaign purposes, comply with federal and state election law, satisfy reporting and audit requirements, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. 

13. Data Security 

The Campaign employs reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. Despite these efforts, no security system is impenetrable, and the Campaign cannot guarantee absolute security. 

14. Jurisdictional Privacy Rights 

The Campaign complies with applicable federal and state privacy laws. Depending on jurisdiction, individuals may have additional rights regarding access to, correction of, or deletion of personal information, subject to legal retention and reporting obligations. 

15. Children's Privacy 

The Campaign's website is not directed to children under the age of thirteen (13). The Campaign does not knowingly collect personal information from children under thirteen. If such information is discovered, it will be deleted promptly. 

16. User Conduct and Submissions 

Users agree not to submit unlawful, defamatory, abusive, harassing, or misleading content. The Campaign reserves the right to restrict or terminate access for violations of these Terms.

17. Intellectual Property 

All content on the Campaign's website, including text, graphics, logos, and media, is owned by Justin Wagner for Congress or licensed for use and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws. 

18. Third-Party Websites and Non-Endorsement 

The website may include links to third-party platforms, including fundraising processors and social media services. Such links do not constitute endorsement by the Campaign, and the Campaign is not responsible for third-party privacy practices or content. 

19. Disclaimer of Warranties 

The website and related services are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, express or implied. 

20. Limitation of Liability 

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Campaign shall not be liable for any damages arising out of or related to the use of the website or Campaign services. 

21. Severability 

If any provision of this Policy is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. 

22. Governing Law 

This Policy is governed by the laws of the United States and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. 

23. Modifications 

The Campaign may revise this Policy at any time. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of any updated terms. 

24. Contact Information 

Questions regarding this Privacy Policy and Terms of Service may be submitted through the Campaign's official website contact page.