Privacy Policy

Effective Date: July 8, 2025

We make every effort to ensure the privacy and security of information that you share with us online.

This Privacy Policy explains how information about you is collected, used, and disclosed by Montez for Congress. It applies to information we collect when you use our website and online services that link to this policy (collectively, the “Site”) or when you otherwise interact with the campaign.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If we make changes, we will revise the date at the top of the policy and, where appropriate, notify you directly. We encourage you to review this page regularly.

This website is intended to inform users about political and policy issues and encourage U.S. citizens to participate in the electoral process. Forms, petitions, and volunteer opportunities are intended only for U.S. residents with a valid ZIP code.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide
We collect personal information you provide directly, including: name, email, phone number, mailing address, donation/payment info (via secure third-party processors), occupation and employer (required by the FEC for donations over $200), and information from forms, petitions, RSVPs, or communications. We do not store credit card information.

Automatically Collected Information
We may automatically collect IP address, browser type, pages visited, referring websites, device information (type, operating system), and data through cookies and tracking technologies such as Google Analytics.

Information From Other Sources
We may receive information from social media platforms or third parties, consistent with their policies and your settings.

How We Use Information

We may use your information to operate and improve the Site; process donations, RSVPs, and form submissions; send campaign updates, newsletters, and reminders; respond to questions or requests; comply with FEC regulations and applicable laws; retarget users with online ads through cookies and tracking tools; connect you with aligned causes, campaigns, or organizations; and ensure campaign security and fraud prevention.

Sharing Information

We may share your information with trusted vendors, volunteers, or consultants; allied campaigns, coalitions, or political groups; as required by law, including FEC reporting (e.g., contributions over $200); with law enforcement or regulators when required; or with your consent or at your direction. We do not sell your personal information.

Text Message Opt-In
We will never share your opt-in data for text messaging with third parties, except to provide services or comply with legal obligations. You can opt out anytime by replying STOP.

Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies, pixels, and tracking technologies to improve user experience, track site performance, and run digital advertising and retargeting campaigns. You can disable cookies in your browser settings. For more control over behavioral ads, visit www.aboutads.info/choices.

External Links
Our site may link to third-party services (e.g., donation platforms, voter registration tools). Their privacy policies govern your use of those sites.

Children’s Privacy
In compliance with COPPA, we do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.

Security
We use technical and physical safeguards (including SSL encryption and restricted access) to protect your data. However, no system is 100% secure.

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

Montez for Congress
P.O. Box 7292
Rockford, Illinois, 61125
contact@solizforcongress.com