Privacy Policy
Last Updated: February 2026
Introduction
Committee to Elect Ken Brennan (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates the website kenfornm.com (the “Site”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Site or interact with our campaign, including through SMS/text messaging programs. Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using the Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
Information We Collect
We may collect information about you in a variety of ways, including:
- Personal Data: When you voluntarily provide it, we may collect personally identifiable information such as your name, mailing address, email address, phone number (including mobile phone number), and donation information.
- Derivative Data: Our servers may automatically collect information when you access the Site, such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, access times, and the pages you have viewed on our Site.
- Financial Data: If you make a contribution, we may collect payment information such as credit card numbers and billing addresses as required by federal and state campaign finance laws. We do not store full payment card numbers on our servers.
- Mobile Device Data: If you access the Site from a mobile device, we may collect device information such as your mobile device ID, model, and manufacturer.
- SMS/Text Messaging Data: If you opt in to receive text messages from us, we collect your mobile phone number and your consent to receive messages.
How We Use Your Information
We may use the information we collect about you for the following purposes:
- To communicate with you about the campaign, including events, policy updates, and volunteer opportunities.
- To send text messages if you have opted in to our SMS messaging program.
- To process and manage your contributions in accordance with campaign finance laws.
- To respond to your inquiries and fulfill your requests.
- To improve our Site, campaign outreach, and supporter experience.
- To comply with applicable legal and regulatory requirements, including campaign finance reporting obligations.
- To protect against fraudulent, unauthorized, or illegal activity.
Sharing of Your Information
Your personal information, including your mobile phone number, will not be sold or shared with third parties for their marketing or promotional purposes.
Mobile Information Disclosure: No mobile information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.
We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:
- Legal Requirements: Campaign finance laws require us to report the name, address, occupation, and employer of individuals whose contributions exceed certain thresholds. This information is disclosed to the appropriate regulatory agencies and becomes part of the public record.
- Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers that perform services on our behalf, such as payment processing, email delivery, text message delivery, website hosting, and data analytics. These providers are contractually obligated to use your information only as necessary to provide services to us and are required to protect your information.
- Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court order or a government agency).
Data Security
We use administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal information. While we have taken reasonable steps to secure the information you provide to us, please be aware that no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information, but we are committed to protecting it to the best of our ability.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We may use cookies, web beacons, tracking pixels, and other tracking technologies on the Site to help customize the Site and improve your experience. Most browsers are set to accept cookies by default. You can set your browser to refuse all or some browser cookies, or to alert you when cookies are being sent. If you disable or refuse cookies, some parts of the Site may become inaccessible or not function properly.
We may use the following types of cookies:
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for the Site to function properly.
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with the Site so we can improve our content and outreach.
- Functionality Cookies: Allow the Site to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, personalized features.
Third-Party Links
The Site may contain links to third-party websites and services, including social media platforms, donation processors, and partner organizations. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit through links on our Site. Inclusion of a link does not imply endorsement of the linked site by our campaign.
Children's Privacy
Our Site is not directed to individuals under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under age 13 without verification of parental consent, we will delete that information promptly. If you believe we might have any information from or about a child under 13, please contact us at kenfornm@gmail.com.
Your Choices and Rights
You have certain choices regarding the information we collect and how it is used:
- Opt-Out of Communications: You may opt out of receiving campaign emails by following the unsubscribe instructions in any email you receive from us. You may opt out of text messages at any time by replying STOP to any message.
- Access and Correction: You may request access to or correction of your personal information by contacting us at kenfornm@gmail.com.
- Cookies: You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or to alert you when cookies are being placed.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. When we make changes, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information. Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
Contact Information
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
- Campaign: Committee to Elect Ken Brennan
- Email: kenfornm@gmail.com
- Website: kenfornm.com