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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2026

Friends of Jeff Bruzzesi ("we," "us," or "the campaign") values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your data, particularly regarding our SMS (text message) communications.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information: name, email address, phone number, and mailing address.
SMS Opt-In Data: when you provide your phone number and consent to receive text messages, we collect and store this information securely.
Device & Usage Data: IP address, browser type, and pages visited, used to improve website functionality.

2. How We Use Your Information

Communicate campaign updates, events, and volunteer or donation requests.
Send SMS alerts, event reminders, and campaign updates (only if you have opted in).
Respond to inquiries and provide support.
Improve our website and outreach efforts.

Message Frequency: if you have opted into our SMS communications, message frequency will vary.

Message & Data Rates: standard message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier.

3. SMS Consent and Opt-Out

Opt-In: by submitting your phone number and checking the consent box on our website, you consent to receive SMS messages from Friends of Jeff Bruzzesi.
Opt-Out: you may opt out at any time by replying STOP to any message. This unsubscribes you from future text communications.
Help: for assistance, reply HELP or contact us at info@bruzzesiforcitycouncil.com.

4. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We will never sell, rent, trade, or share your personal information with third-party marketers or advertisers. Mobile opt-in data and SMS consent will not be shared with third parties.

Trusted Service Providers: we may share data with vendors who help us operate our website, process contributions, or manage SMS communications. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it solely on our behalf.
Legal Requirements: we may disclose information if required by law, legal process, or governmental request, including reporting required of political campaigns.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. No method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights and Choices

Access and review the personal data we hold about you.
Correct any inaccuracies in your information.
Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal requirements.
Opt out of SMS and other communications at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at info@bruzzesiforcitycouncil.com.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies to enhance user experience and track website analytics. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being used.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated Effective Date.

9. Contact Us

Friends of Jeff Bruzzesi
Virginia Beach, Virginia
info@bruzzesiforcitycouncil.com