Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 12, 2025

This Privacy Policy describes how Dan Franzese for Congress 2026 (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and shares information when you interact with our website, online forms, emails, text messaging programs, social media pages, and other digital services (collectively, the “Site”).

Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. When changes are made, we will revise the “Last Updated” date above and may provide notice through the Site or via email or text message where appropriate. Continued use of the Site after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

Information We Collect

1. Information You Provide Directly

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:

• Donate
  
  
• Sign up for campaign updates
  
  
• Volunteer
  
  
• RSVP for events
  
  
• Sign petitions or advocacy forms
  
  
• Contact the campaign
  
  

This information may include:

• Full name
  
  
• Email address
  
  
• Phone number
  
  
• Mailing address
  
  
• Occupation and employer (required for campaign finance compliance)
  
  
• Payment information (processed by third-party vendors such as WinRed or Anedot)
  
  
• SMS opt-in status and communication preferences
  
  

Campaign Finance Disclosure:
Texas and federal law require political committees to collect and publicly report certain donor information for contributions exceeding legally established thresholds, including name, address, occupation, and employer.

2. Information Collected Automatically

When you interact with the Site, we may automatically collect certain technical information, including:

• IP address
  
  
• Browser type and operating system
  
  
• Device identifiers
  
  
• Pages viewed and links clicked
  
  
• Date and time of visits
  
  
• Cookies, pixels, and similar tracking technologies
  
  

This data is used to improve site functionality, security, and outreach effectiveness.

3. Information from Third Parties

We may receive additional information from trusted third-party sources, including:

• Social media platforms (such as Facebook, Instagram, or X)
  
  
• Payment processors
  
  
• Advertising and analytics partners
  
  
• Data and voter engagement services
  
  

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Operate and improve our campaign and digital services
  
  
• Process donations and transactions
  
  
• Send campaign updates, alerts, and promotional communications
  
  
• Respond to inquiries and supporter requests
  
  
• Personalize content and outreach
  
  
• Conduct advertising, analytics, and supporter engagement
  
  
• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
  
  

Sharing of Information

We may share information:

• With vendors and service providers that assist with campaign operations (such as email, SMS, hosting, analytics, or payment processing)
  
  
• When required by law, regulation, or legal process
  
  
• To protect the rights, property, or safety of the campaign or others
  
  
• In connection with a campaign restructuring, merger, or organizational change
  
  
• With your consent
  
  

We do not sell or rent personal information for commercial profit.

Text Messaging (SMS/MMS) Privacy Policy

We operate a mobile messaging program (the “Program”). By opting in, you consent to receive campaign-related SMS or MMS messages. Message frequency may vary (for example, up to 4 messages per month).

• Opt-Out: Reply STOP to any message to unsubscribe.
  
  
• Help: Reply HELP for assistance.
  
  

We use mobile information solely to deliver campaign communications and respond to messages when necessary.

We do not sell, rent, loan, trade, or transfer phone numbers or SMS opt-in data for profit.
SMS consent information is shared only with vendors necessary to deliver messaging services or when legally required.

We reserve the right to disclose information as required by law or to protect campaign rights and operations. Providing false or misleading information may result in removal from the Program.

This SMS Privacy Policy applies only to the messaging program and does not replace other privacy policies governing the Site.

Petition Signatures

If you sign a petition, your name, city and state, and any comment you submit may be publicly shared, including with media outlets or public officials.

Advertising, Analytics, and Tracking

We use analytics and advertising tools such as Google Analytics and Meta (Facebook) Pixel to understand user behavior and improve outreach. You can manage advertising preferences through:

• Google Ads Settings
  
  
• YourAdChoices
  
  

Third-Party Links

The Site may contain links to external websites or embedded third-party services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties. Please review their privacy policies before providing information.

Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Choices

• Email: Unsubscribe using the link in any campaign email
  
  
• Text Messages: Reply STOP to any campaign SMS
  
  
• Cookies: Adjust cookie settings through your browser
  
  
• Access or Deletion Requests: Contact us using the information below
  
  

Contact Information

Dan Franzese for Congress 2026
web@danforfl.com

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