1. Introduction

Sarah Eckhardt Campaign ("the Campaign," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you visit our website [www.saraheckhardt.com] (the "Site"). Please read this policy carefully. By using our Site, you agree to the terms described here.

2. Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

• We may collect personal information that you voluntarily submit to us, including:

• Name, address, email address, and phone number

• Employer and occupation (required for contributions above certain thresholds under state campaign finance law)

• Donation and payment information (processed through a secure third-party payment processor)

• Volunteer sign-up information and availability

• Messages or inquiries submitted through contact forms

Information Collected Automatically

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

• IP address and general geographic location

• Browser type and operating system

• Pages visited, links clicked, and time spent on the Site

• Referring URLs

• Device identifiers

This information is collected through cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies. You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though some features of the Site may not function properly as a result.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Process donations and comply with state and federal campaign finance reporting requirements

• Communicate with you about the Campaign, including events, volunteer opportunities, and updates

• Respond to your inquiries and requests

• Improve the functionality and content of our Site

• Send campaign-related emails or text messages (where you have opted in)

• Comply with applicable laws and regulations

4. Campaign Finance Disclosure

Under Texas campaign finance law, contributions over certain amounts require the disclosure of the contributor's name, address, occupation, and employer. This information is submitted to the Texas Ethics Commission and becomes part of the public record. By making a contribution, you acknowledge and consent to this disclosure.

5. Sharing of Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted third-party vendors who assist us in operating the Site, processing payments, or sending communications (e.g., email platforms, payment processors). These vendors are contractually obligated to protect your information.

• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government authority, or to protect the rights and safety of the Campaign or others.

• Affiliated Political Organizations: With the state or national party, affiliated PACs, or other political organizations, where permitted by law. You may opt out of such sharing by contacting us at campaign@saraheckhardt.com

• Successor Entities: In the event the Campaign is wound down or reorganized, information may be transferred in accordance with applicable law.

6. Email and Text Communications

If you provide your email address or phone number, you may receive campaign communications from us. You may unsubscribe from email communications at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any email we send. To opt out of text messages, reply STOP to any message you receive. Standard message and data rates may apply for SMS communications.

7. Data Security

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security and thus encourage users to take their own precautions when sharing personal information online.

8. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites (such as social media platforms or news articles). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies independently.

9. Children's Privacy

Our Site is not directed to individuals under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. Federal law prohibits contributions from individuals under 18 in most circumstances. If you believe a minor has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will take steps to delete it.

10. Your Choices and Rights

Depending on your state of residence, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you

• Correct inaccurate information

• Request deletion of your information (subject to legal retention requirements, including campaign finance record-keeping obligations)

• Opt out of certain communications

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information below.

11. Retention of Information

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, including compliance with campaign finance laws, which may require us to retain contribution records for a period of years after the election.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

Contact

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Email:  campaign at saraheckhardt dot com

Mail: P.O. Box 301586, Austin, TX 78703