PRIVACY POLICY
Privacy Policy for Lori Matthews for Flagstaff
Effective Date: October 3, 2025
Last Updated: October 3, 2025
Lori Matthews for Flagstaff (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website www.LoriMatthewsforFlagstaff.com, sign our petition, make a donation, or engage with our campaign for Lori Matthews’ reelection in Flagstaff, Arizona. By using our website or providing your information, you agree to this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly, such as:
• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address when you sign our petition, donate, subscribe to updates, or contact us.
• Donation Information: Payment details (e.g., credit card or bank information) and required disclosures (e.g., occupation, employer) for compliance with Arizona campaign finance laws (A.R.S. § 16-901 et seq.).
• Communication Preferences: Consent to receive emails, texts, or calls about campaign updates, events, or petitions.
• Website Usage Data: Non-personal data like IP addresses, browser type, and pages visited, collected via cookies or analytics tools (e.g., Squarespace Analytics or Google Analytics).
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
• Process petition signatures to secure Lori Matthews’ place on the 2026 election ballot.
• Process and acknowledge donations in compliance with Arizona law.
• Send campaign updates, event invitations, or volunteer opportunities via email, text, or phone (with your consent).
• Improve our website and campaign efforts through analytics.
• Comply with legal obligations, such as reporting donor information to the Arizona Secretary of State or Flagstaff City Clerk.
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share it:
• With Service Providers: Third-party platforms (e.g., Squarespace, payment processors like Stripe, or texting services) to process donations, host the website, or send communications. These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements.
• For Legal Compliance: With election authorities (e.g., Arizona Secretary of State) to report donor information or verify petition signatures, as required by A.R.S. § 16-901 et seq.
• With Consent: If you opt in to share your support publicly (e.g., as a campaign endorser).
4. Text Messaging (SMS) Communications
By providing your phone number, you consent to receive text messages from Lori Matthews for Flagstaff about campaign updates, petitions, or donation requests. You may opt out at any time by replying “STOP” to any message. Standard message and data rates may apply. We comply with the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) and will only send texts with your express consent.
5. Cookies and Tracking
Our website uses cookies to enhance your experience and collect usage data. You can manage cookie preferences via your browser settings or our website’s cookie banner. For details, see Squarespace’s cookie policy at [squarespace.com/cookie-policy].
6. Data Security
We use industry-standard security measures, including HTTPS encryption (via Squarespace’s SSL certificate), to protect your information. However, no online platform is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Your Rights
You may:
• Access or Correct: Request access to or updates to your personal information by contacting us at LoriMatthewsforFlagstaff@protonmaill.com
• Opt Out: Unsubscribe from emails via the “unsubscribe” link or opt out of texts by replying “STOP.”
• Delete: Request deletion of your data, subject to legal retention requirements (e.g., campaign finance records).
8. Arizona-Specific Disclosures
As required by Arizona law, certain donor information (e.g., name, address, occupation, employer) may be publicly reported to the Arizona Secretary of State or Flagstaff City Clerk. Petition signatures are also public records under A.R.S. § 16-912.
9. Third-Party Links
Our website may link to external sites (e.g., donation platforms, social media). We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted here with a revised “Last Updated” date.
11. Contact Us
For questions or to exercise your rights, contact us at:
LoriMatthewsforFlagstaff@protonmail.com
928-707-4049
49 E Tranquil Lane, Flagstaff, AZ 86005
Paid for by Lori Matthews for Flagstaff, Lori Matthews, Candidate.