Privacy Policy

Effective Date: December 23, 2025
This Privacy Policy explains how VoteMountain.com (the “Site”) collects, uses, and protects information. The Site is operated by Friends of James Mountain (“we,” “us,” or “our”). By using the Site, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

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1) Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

A. Information you provide

Contact details (name, email, phone number, mailing address, ZIP code)

Volunteer information (interests, availability, and related details you choose to share)

Event participation information (RSVP details)

Messages you submit through our forms or email

Donation-related details (see “Donations” below)

B. Information collected automatically

Device and browser data (IP address, browser type, operating system)

Usage data (pages viewed, time on site, referring/exit pages, clicks)

Approximate location (generally derived from IP address)

C. Cookies and similar technologies
We may use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies to help the Site function, understand usage, and improve performance. You can control cookies through your browser settings (note: disabling cookies may affect Site functionality).

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2) How We Use Information

We may use information to:

Operate, maintain, and improve the Site.

Respond to messages, requests, and inquiries.

Send campaign updates and notices by email and/or text (you can opt out)

Organize volunteers, events, and outreach.

Support fundraising and comply with applicable election and campaign finance laws.

Detect, prevent, and address fraud, abuse, and security issues.

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3) Donations (ActBlue and Wix)

Donations may be made through ActBlue and/or pages and tools provided through Wix. When you donate:

The donation is processed by third-party services (such as ActBlue, Wix, and their payment partners), and their privacy practices may apply.

We may receive donation details necessary for recordkeeping and legal compliance (such as name, address, amount, date, and other information required by campaign finance rules).

Donations are tax-deductible.

We may be required to use contributor information to verify eligibility and comply with reporting obligations.

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4) Text Messages

If you provide your mobile number, we may send campaign-related text messages (such as updates, volunteer coordination, and reminders). Message and data rates may apply. You can opt out of texts at any time by replying STOP (or using any opt-out instructions provided in the message).

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5) How We Share Information

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share information with:

Service providers that help us run the Site and campaign operations (for example: website hosting and forms through Wix, email tools, analytics, and donation processors like ActBlue)

Legal authorities, when required to comply with applicable law, regulation, subpoena, or official request

Security and protection purposes (to protect the rights, safety, and security of the campaign, users, and the public)

With your direction (when you ask us to share information or consent to it)

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6) Analytics

We may use analytics tools available through Wix or other providers to understand site traffic and improve content. These tools may collect information, including IP addresses, device identifiers, and browsing activity, on the Site.

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7) Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect information. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

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8) Data Retention

We retain information only as long as reasonably necessary for campaign purposes, recordkeeping, legal compliance, and security, then delete or anonymize it when appropriate.

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9) Children’s Privacy

This Site is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

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10) External Links

The Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites. Please review their privacy policies directly.

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11) Your Choices and Rights

You may request to update or correct your information, or ask questions about our practices, by contacting us (see below). Depending on where you live, you may have additional privacy rights under applicable law.

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12) Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised Effective Date. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

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13) Contact Us

Friends of James Mountain
Email: mountain@votemountain.com