Rita Burks for Seaside (“Campaign,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your information when visiting this website.

By using this website, you acknowledge the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Mailing address
• Information submitted through contact forms, volunteer forms, event registrations, newsletter signups, or other website forms.

We may also automatically collect limited technical information such as:

• IP address
• Browser type
• Device information
• Pages visited
• Date and time of your visit
• Referring website

This information helps us maintain the security, functionality, and performance of our website.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information you voluntarily provide to:

• Respond to your questions and requests.
• Send campaign news, event announcements, and email updates if you choose to join Team Rita.
• Coordinate volunteer opportunities and campaign activities.
• Process and acknowledge donations made through our third-party fundraising platform.
• Improve the performance, security, and usability of our website.
• Comply with applicable laws and campaign finance regulations.

Information We Do Not Sell

Rita Burks for Seaside does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for commercial purposes. We also do not share your personal information for advertising or commercial marketing purposes.

Campaign Communications

If you subscribe to Join Team Rita, sign up to volunteer, or otherwise provide your contact information, you may receive campaign updates, event announcements, volunteer opportunities, endorsements, voting information, and other campaign-related communications.

You may unsubscribe from campaign emails at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link included in our emails or by contacting us directly.

Volunteer Information

If you submit a volunteer form, we collect the information you choose to provide so we can contact you regarding volunteer opportunities, campaign events, and other ways to support the campaign.

Volunteer information is used solely for campaign purposes.

Donations

Online donations made through this website are securely processed by ActBlue, a trusted third-party fundraising platform.

When you make a donation, your payment information is collected and processed directly by ActBlue in accordance with its own Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. Rita Burks for Seaside does not receive or store your complete credit card or banking information.

We encourage you to review ActBlue’s Privacy Policy before submitting a donation.

Cookies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality, security, and your browsing experience.

Cookies may be used to:

• Remember your website preferences.
• Improve website performance.
• Protect forms against spam and automated abuse.
• Support embedded third-party services, including online donations.

You may disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that some features of the website may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

Third-Party Services

We use trusted third-party providers to operate portions of this website and campaign. These services may include:

• ActBlue for secure online donations
• Email communication services
• Website hosting
• Spam protection and website security
• Embedded maps or videos, when applicable

To help protect our website from spam and automated abuse, certain forms may use third-party security or spam prevention services that collect limited technical information necessary to verify legitimate submissions.

These providers operate under their own privacy policies. We encourage visitors to review those policies before providing personal information.

Links to Other Websites

This website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites. We encourage visitors to review the privacy policies of any website they choose to visit.

Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect the information submitted through this website. While no website or internet transmission can be guaranteed to be completely secure, we work to protect your information using accepted industry security practices.

California Privacy Rights

California residents may have certain rights regarding their personal information under applicable California law, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA).

Subject to applicable law, California residents may request to:

• Know what personal information we collect.
• Request correction of inaccurate personal information.
• Request deletion of personal information, subject to legal exceptions.
• Request information about how personal information is used.

Rita Burks for Seaside does not sell or share personal information for advertising or commercial marketing purposes.

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

Children’s Privacy

This website is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that information has been collected from a child without appropriate consent, we will promptly delete that information.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. Any revisions will be posted on this page with a revised Effective Date.

Campaign Finance Disclosure

Certain information provided in connection with campaign contributions may be collected, reported, and retained as required by federal, state, or local campaign finance laws. Information required for campaign finance reporting is maintained in accordance with applicable legal requirements.

Contact Us

If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:

Rita Burks for Seaside
Email: electritaburks2026@gmail.com
Website: https://ritaburksforseaside.sitesab.com