Terms and Conditions for Political Donations
By making a donation, you agree to the following terms and conditions:
- All donations made through this platform are considered final and non-refundable.
- You confirm that you are making this donation voluntarily and using your own funds.
- You acknowledge that this donation is not made in return for any favor, consideration, or advantage.
- You confirm that you are legally eligible to make political donations in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
- The party reserves the right to decline or return any donation at its discretion.
- Your personal information will be processed in accordance with our privacy policy and applicable data protection laws.
- Tax deductibility of donations may vary based on local laws. Please consult your tax advisor for guidance.
- You understand that donation amounts may be subject to public disclosure as required by campaign finance laws.
Privacy Policy
1. Introduction
We are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information across all our activities, including website usage, membership, campaigns, events, donations, and other forms of engagement.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide Directly
- Contact information (name, email, phone number, address)
- Authentication credentials for member accounts
- Professional and employment information
- Political preferences and interests
- Feedback, survey responses, and communications
- Event registration and attendance information
- Donation and transaction details
- Volunteer applications and availability
- Membership application details 2.2 Information Collected Automatically
- Device information (IP address, browser type, operating system)
- Website usage data and analytics
- Cookies and tracking technologies
- Social media engagement data
- Newsletter and email interaction metrics
3. How We Use Your Information
3.1 Core Political Activities
- Managing your membership and account
- Processing donations and maintaining financial records
- Organizing and managing events
- Conducting campaigns and advocacy work
- Sending newsletters and updates
- Analyzing supporter engagement and preferences
- Improving our services and activities
3.2 Communication and Engagement
- Sending campaign updates and newsletters
- Event invitations and notifications
- Membership communications
- Volunteer coordination
- Fundraising appeals
- Policy updates and consultations
- Surveys and feedback requests
3.3 Administrative Purposes
- Maintaining accurate records
- Processing payments
- Complying with legal obligations
- Responding to inquiries
- Internal analysis and reporting
- Security and fraud prevention
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your information based on:
- Your explicit consent
- Contractual obligations (e.g., membership agreements)
- Legal requirements (e.g., campaign finance laws)
- Legitimate interests of the party
- Public interest in democratic engagement
5. Information Sharing and Disclosure
5.1 We May Share Information With:
- Party officials and authorized volunteers
- Payment processors for transactions
- Event organizers and venues
- Technology service providers
- Legal and regulatory authorities when required
- Campaign partners and coalitions (with consent)
5.2 We Will Never:
- Sell your personal information
- Share your data with unauthorized third parties
- Use your information for purposes outside our stated aims
- Transfer data internationally without appropriate safeguards
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data:
- Encryption of sensitive information
- Secure servers and databases
- Access controls and authentication
- Regular security assessments
- Staff training on data protection
- Incident response procedures
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Correct inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Restrict or object to processing
- Data portability
- Withdraw consent
- Lodge complaints with supervisory authorities
8. Data Retention
We retain your information:
- As long as necessary for our stated purposes
- As required by law
- For legitimate party interests
- According to campaign finance regulations
- Based on your continued engagement
9. Cookies and Tracking
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to:
- Improve user experience
- Remember preferences
- Analyze website traffic
- Customize content
- Track campaign effectiveness
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.
10. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect information from children under 16. Parents/guardians should supervise children’s online activities and contact us about any concerns.
11. Third-Party Links
Our website and communications may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices and encourage reviewing their policies.
12. Social Media
Our social media engagement is governed by:
- This privacy policy
- The respective platform’s privacy policies
- Our social media guidelines
- Applicable social media laws
13. Changes to Privacy Policy
We may update this policy periodically. Significant changes will be communicated through:
- Website notifications
- Email updates
- Member communications
- Social media announcements