Privacy Policy

Blackwell 4 MD (“the Campaign,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you visit our website, make contributions, sign up for communications, or otherwise interact with us.

By using this website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of our website.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information You Provide:

  • Name, address, email, phone number, and other contact details when you sign up for newsletters, volunteer, or contact us.

  • Payment information (such as credit/debit card or bank details) when you make a donation. Donations are processed through secure third-party payment processors.

  • Employment information, occupation, and employer name if you make a political contribution, as required by the Federal Election Commission (FEC) and Maryland State Board of Elections.

Automatically Collected Information:

  • IP addresses, browser type, device identifiers, and website usage information collected through cookies, analytics tools, and similar technologies.

  • Information about how you interact with our site (e.g., pages visited, time spent).

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for purposes including:

  • Processing contributions and complying with campaign finance laws.

  • Sending newsletters, updates, and other communications about the Campaign.

  • Responding to inquiries and requests.

  • Improving website performance and user experience.

  • Protecting against fraud, unauthorized transactions, and illegal activities.

3. Disclosure of Information

We may disclose your information in the following situations:

  • Legal Compliance: To the FEC, Maryland State Board of Elections, or other authorities as required by law. For example, federal and Maryland law require us to report the name, address, occupation, and employer of individuals who contribute more than $200 in aggregate per election cycle.

  • Service Providers: To trusted third-party vendors who provide services such as payment processing, email delivery, and website hosting.

  • Protection of Rights: When necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of the Campaign, our supporters, or others.

  • With Your Consent: When you direct us to share information or otherwise consent.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze traffic, and improve our services. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, but some site features may not function properly.

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. While we strive to protect your information, no transmission over the Internet or electronic storage system can be guaranteed 100% secure.

6. Your Choices

  • You may opt out of receiving email communications by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in our emails or by contacting us directly.

  • You may request to review, update, or correct the personal information we hold about you by emailing us at Blackwell4Maryland@gmail.com.

  • Text message opt-in consent and data will only be used for campaign-related communications and will not be shared or sold to third parties, except as required by law.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not directed to individuals under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we discover that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will promptly delete it.

8. Maryland-Specific Notices

In compliance with Maryland state law:

  • Contribution limits apply and are subject to verification by the Maryland State Board of Elections.

  • Maryland residents may request information about how their data is being used and disclosed in campaign finance reporting by contacting us at [Insert Contact Email].

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.

10. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date. Your continued use of the site following updates indicates your acceptance of the revised policy.