Privacy Policy

Last Updated: December 15

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This Privacy Policy explains how information about you is collected, used, and disclosed by Yaida Ford for DC Mayor and its affiliates (the “Campaign”) with respect to your use of this website and any other websites, mobile sites, and online services that link to this Privacy Policy (collectively, the “Site”), or when you otherwise interact with us.

We may change this Privacy Policy from time to time. If we make changes, we will notify you by revising the date at the top of this policy and, in some cases, may provide additional notice. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy whenever you access the Site to stay informed about our information practices and the ways you can help protect your privacy.

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Collection of Information

Information You Provide to Us

We collect information you provide directly to us. For example, we collect information when you fill out a form, make a donation, send us a message, sign up for an event, receive updates or SMS alerts, request information, sign a petition, volunteer, or otherwise communicate with us.

The types of information we collect may include your name, contact information (including email address, social media handles, usernames, postal address, and phone number), payment information, and any other information you choose to provide.

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Information We Collect Automatically

When you access or use our Site, we automatically collect information about you, including:

• Log Information: Browser type, access times, pages viewed, IP address, and referring URLs.

• Device Information: Hardware model, operating system, version, device identifiers, and mobile network information.

• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to collect information, improve the Site, understand usage, and measure campaign effectiveness.

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Information From Other Sources

We may obtain information from other sources and combine it with information we collect through the Site. For example, if you log in through a social media platform or make a donation through ActBlue, we may receive certain information in accordance with those services’ authorization procedures.

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Use of Information

We may use information about you to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve the Site

• Process donations and transactions

• Send administrative messages, updates, and notices

• Respond to inquiries and provide support

• Provide newsletters and campaign updates

• Recruit volunteers and supporters

• Monitor and analyze trends and usage

• Personalize content and outreach

• Comply with legal obligations

• Carry out any other purpose for which the information was collected

The Campaign is based in the United States, and the information we collect is governed by U.S. and District of Columbia law. By using the Site, you consent to the processing and transfer of information in and to the United States.

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Sharing of Information

We may share information about you:

• With vendors, consultants, volunteers, and service providers who need access to such information to perform work on our behalf

• To comply with law, legal process, or lawful requests

• To protect the rights, property, or safety of the Campaign and others

• In connection with organizational changes or restructuring

• With your consent or at your direction

Text messaging opt-in data and consent will not be shared with third parties except as required by law or to provide services on our behalf.

We may also share aggregated or anonymized information that does not directly identify you.

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Online Petitions

If you sign an online petition, you understand that such petition is public information. We may make the petition, and your name, city, state, and any comments publicly available and may share them with public officials, advocacy partners, or the media.

Links to Other Websites

The Site may contain links to third-party websites, including ActBlue or partner organizations. Any information you provide on those sites is subject to their privacy policies. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of third-party websites.

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Social Sharing Features

The Site may offer social sharing features and integrated tools that allow you to share actions you take on the Site. Your use of these features is governed by the privacy policies of the entities providing them.

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Advertising and Analytics Services

We may allow third parties to use cookies and similar technologies to provide analytics and advertising services. These entities may collect information about your use of the Site to analyze trends, deliver content, and improve outreach.

You may opt out of interest-based advertising through industry-standard tools.

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Security

We take reasonable measures to help protect information about you from loss, misuse, and unauthorized access. However, no security measures are completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

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Your Choices Cookies

Most browsers accept cookies by default. You may choose to remove or reject cookies through your browser settings, though doing so may affect Site functionality.

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Communications

You may opt out of receiving promotional emails by following the unsubscribe instructions included in those messages. You may opt out of receiving SMS messages by replying STOP. Message and data rates may apply.

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Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect information from children under the age of 13.

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Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please use the contact options available on this Site.

Terms & Conditions of Use

Last Updated: December 15

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PLEASE READ THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS CAREFULLY. BY ACCESSING OR USING THIS SITE, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THESE TERMS.

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These Terms of Service (“Terms”) apply to your access to and use of the websites, mobile sites, and online services (collectively, the “Site”) provided by Yaida Ford for DC Mayor (the “Campaign,” “we,” or “us”).

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We may update these Terms from time to time. Continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of any changes.

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Consent to Communications

By providing your contact information, you consent to receive communications from the Campaign by email, SMS, or other electronic means. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. Reply STOP to opt out of SMS communications.

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User Content

The Site may allow users to submit content. By submitting content, you grant the Campaign a perpetual, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, and distribute such content for campaign-related purposes.

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Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to misuse the Site, violate laws, infringe rights, distribute harmful content, interfere with Site operations, or attempt unauthorized access.

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Ownership

All content on the Site is owned by the Campaign or its licensors and protected by applicable laws. You are granted a limited, noncommercial license to use the Site in accordance with these Terms.

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Disclaimers

The Site is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind. The Campaign does not guarantee the accuracy or availability of the Site.

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Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Campaign shall not be liable for any damages arising from your use of the Site.

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Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the District of Columbia, without regard to conflict of law principles.

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Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in effect.