Privacy Policy

Last Updated: August 2025

Ryan Keefer for Council (“we,” “our,” “us”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our website (keefer4council.com) and related services. By using our site, you agree to the practices described below.

1. Information We Collect

• Personal Information You Provide: Such as your name, email address, mailing address, phone number, employer, and occupation when you donate, sign up for updates, or contact us.
• Automatically Collected Information: Like your IP address, browser type, device information, and pages you visit, which may be collected through cookies or analytics tools.
• Payment Information: Donations are processed securely by third-party providers (such as Stripe or Venmo). We do not store your credit card or bank account numbers on this site.

2. How We Use Your Information

• To comply with campaign finance laws requiring collection of donor details (name, address, occupation, employer).
• To communicate with you about campaign news, events, and volunteer opportunities.
• To process and acknowledge donations.
• To improve our website and outreach efforts.

3. Sharing of Information

• We do not sell or rent your personal information.
• We may share donor information with government agencies as required by law (e.g., campaign finance reporting).
• We may use trusted third-party service providers (such as email services, payment processors, and web hosts) who are contractually obligated to protect your data.
• We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or to protect our legal rights.

4. Cookies & Tracking

Our site may use cookies and analytics tools to understand traffic and improve user experience. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, though some site features may not function properly.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information. However, no system is 100% secure. By using this site, you acknowledge and accept the risk that your information could be accessed by unauthorized parties despite our safeguards.

6. Children’s Privacy

Our site is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us to request deletion.

7. Your Choices

You may unsubscribe from campaign emails at any time by using the link provided in the message. You may also contact us directly to update or request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal and reporting requirements.

8. Limitation of Liability

By using this site, you agree that Ryan Keefer for Council, its staff, volunteers, and affiliates shall not be held liable for any damages, losses, or claims arising from your use of the site, submission of personal data, or reliance on its content. Use of this site is at your own risk.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may link to external sites (such as social media or payment processors). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third parties.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of the site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Ryan Keefer for Council
Email: ryankeeferforc3@gmail.com
Website: https://keefer4council.com