Privacy Policy

Introduction

Joe For Chicago ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website joeforchicago.com and use our mobile application ("Joe for Chicago" app), including any other media form, media channel, mobile website, or mobile application related or connected thereto (collectively, the "Platform").

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using the Platform, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

Personal Information You Provide

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:

• Register for an account
• Sign up to volunteer
• Make a donation (processed through ActBlue)
• Send invitations to friends
• Contact us with inquiries
• Subscribe to our newsletter

This information may include:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address
• Account Information: Username, password, profile photo
• Volunteer Information: Availability, skills, areas of interest
• Communication Preferences: Email and notification preferences

Information Automatically Collected

When you access the Platform, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

• Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, click patterns
• Location Data: General geographic location based on IP address
• Cookies and Tracking: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience

How We Use Your Information

Information we collect may be used for purposes including, but not limited to:

• Providing, maintaining, and improving the Platform
• Creating and managing your account
• Processing volunteer sign-ups and coordinating campaign activities
• Sending campaign updates, newsletters, and promotional materials
• Responding to your comments, questions, and requests
• Tracking volunteer contributions and awarding badges
• Analyzing usage patterns to improve our services
• Complying with applicable legal obligations
• Any other purpose with your consent

Sharing Your Information

We may share your information in situations including, but not limited to:

• With Service Providers: Third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf (e.g., email delivery, hosting, analytics)
• For Campaign Activities: Campaign staff, volunteers, and affiliated organizations for coordination purposes
• Legal Requirements: When required by applicable law or in response to valid legal requests
• With Your Consent: For other purposes with your explicit consent
• Business Transfers: In connection with any merger, acquisition, or transfer of assets

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

Donations

Donations may be processed through third-party payment processors such as ActBlue. When you make a donation, you may be subject to the payment processor's privacy policy. We may receive donor information (which may include name, address, email, employer, occupation, and donation amount) as required or permitted by applicable campaign finance laws.

Applicable laws may require political campaigns to report certain donor information, which may become publicly available through regulatory agencies. We encourage you to review applicable campaign finance disclosure requirements.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, which may include:

• Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate personal information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Opt-Out: Opt out of receiving marketing communications
• Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at privacy@joeforchicago.com. We will respond to your request in accordance with applicable laws.

Children's Privacy

The Platform is not intended for children under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

Third-Party Services

The Platform may contain links to third-party websites and services, which may include, but are not limited to:

• Payment processors (e.g., ActBlue)
• Email and communication services
• Event management platforms
• Social media platforms
• Analytics and advertising services

These third-party services have their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review them before providing any personal information. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party services.

Mobile Application

Our mobile application may request access to:

• Camera: To upload profile photos (optional)
• Photo Library: To select profile images (optional)
• Push Notifications: To send campaign updates (optional)

You can manage these permissions through your device settings at any time.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

• Email: privacy@joeforchicago.com
• Website: joeforchicago.com