Privacy Policy

Gerken for Newport

Effective Date: July 1, 2026

Gerken for Newport ("Campaign," "we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you provide to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, submit information through campaign forms, communicate with us, volunteer, or otherwise engage with our campaign activities.

By using our website or interacting with our Campaign, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

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

• Full name

• Email address

• Phone number

• ZIP code

• Information you submit through contact forms

• Communications and correspondence with the Campaign

We may also automatically collect certain technical information when you visit our website, such as:

• IP address

• Browser type

• Device information

• Website usage information

• Cookies and similar technologies

2. How We Collect Information

We may collect information through:

• Website contact forms

• Volunteer sign-up forms

• Campaign event registrations

• Email sign-ups

• SMS/text messaging opt-ins

• Social media interactions

• Analytics and website tools

• Other direct communications with the Campaign

3. How We Use Your Information

We may use your information for purposes including:

• Responding to inquiries

• Providing campaign updates

• Sending newsletters and campaign communications

• Recruiting volunteers and supporters

• Sending text messages and email updates

• Improving our website and campaign operations

• Managing outreach and engagement efforts

• Complying with applicable legal and campaign reporting obligations

4. Email and Text Message Communications

By providing your phone number and/or email address, you consent to receive campaign communications from Gerken for Newport, including email and SMS/text messages.

Message frequency may vary. Message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier and service plan.

You may unsubscribe from campaign emails by using the unsubscribe link included in email communications.

You may opt out of text messages at any time by replying STOP to a text message. Reply HELP for assistance where applicable.

Your consent to receive text messages is not a condition of any donation, support, or participation.

5. Third-Party Service Providers

We may use third-party vendors and campaign technology providers to assist with our operations, communications, fundraising, analytics, and voter engagement efforts, including:

• NumeroAI

• eFundraising

• Email, analytics, communications, and campaign support platforms

These third-party providers may receive access to information solely for the purpose of performing services on behalf of the Campaign and are expected to protect such information.

6. Sharing and Disclosure of Information

We do not intentionally sell your personal information.

We may share personal information with:

• Service providers and vendors assisting campaign operations

• Professional advisors

• Government agencies or regulators where required by law

• Other parties when necessary to comply with legal obligations or protect rights and security

Certain campaign activities or website technologies may involve limited sharing of information with vendors that support communications, analytics, or advertising functions.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to understand website usage, improve user experience, and support campaign operations.

You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies; however, some website features may not function properly.

8. Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures designed to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

However, no internet transmission or electronic storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

9. California Privacy Rights

California residents may have rights under applicable California law regarding their personal information, including rights to:

• Request access to personal information we collect

• Request correction of inaccurate information

• Request deletion of certain personal information

• Request additional information about our data practices

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

10. Children's Privacy

Our Campaign website and communications are not directed toward children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be reflected by updating the Effective Date above.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or wish to make a privacy request, please contact:

Gerken for Newport
Email: info@gerkenfornewport.com
Website: gerkenfornewport.com