Privacy Policy for Data Collection and Use
The Libertarian Party of Texas (LPTexas) is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of our supporters. This privacy policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect the personal data you provide when you engage with our organization, whether through SMS, online forms, events, or other interactions.
1. Information We Collect
LPTexas collects various types of personal data when you engage with us. This may include:
- Mobile phone numbers (if you opt in for SMS messages)
- Email addresses
- Names
- Mailing addresses
- Event participation details
- Donation history
- Interaction data from our website and social media platforms
We collect this data in order to communicate with you effectively and keep you informed about our mission, activities, and opportunities to get involved.
2. Use of Your Information
LPTexas uses the personal data we collect to:
- Send SMS messages (e.g., election updates, event invitations, legislative alerts)
- Email updates and calls to action
- Process donations and manage your support
- Engage with you through social media and online platforms
- Invite you to events such as rallies, town halls, and volunteer opportunities
- Share important legislative alerts and political news
- Other official party communications
We may share your data with Libertarian Party candidates and affiliates solely for the purpose of communicating with you about upcoming elections, events, or volunteer opportunities. We do not sell, rent, or share your data with third parties for marketing purposes unrelated to our mission.
3. Messaging Frequency
If you opt in to receive SMS messages, you will typically receive 1 to 5 messages per month. This may vary depending on the frequency of updates, events, and legislative activity. We aim to provide timely and relevant communications to keep you informed and involved in the political process.
4. Opt-Out and Data Retention
You may opt out of receiving SMS messages or emails at any time by following the instructions in those communications (e.g., replying STOP to a text message, clicking the unsubscribe link on emails). Once you opt out, we will stop sending you communications through that channel. However, opting out will not affect communications you may still receive through other channels (such as email, direct mail, or phone calls).
We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless you request that it be deleted. You may contact us at any time to request the deletion of your data.
5. Message and Data Rates May Apply
Message and data rates may apply for SMS communications. Charges may vary depending on your mobile carrier and your plan. Please check with your mobile provider to understand any potential charges that may apply.
6. Security of Your Information
LPTexas takes reasonable steps to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data.
7. Children’s Privacy
LPTexas does not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from anyone under the age of 18. If we learn that we have collected personal information from anyone under 18, we will take steps to delete such information as quickly as possible.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website, and the revised policy will apply to the information we collect after the date of posting.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data collection practices, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (800) 422-1776