Privacy Policy
A legal disclaimer
Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 20, 2026
Seema for San Mateo City Council 2026 ("the Campaign," "we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, sign up for updates, donate, or engage with our campaign.
By using this website, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us, as well as data collected automatically when you visit our site.
A. Information You Provide When you sign up for our email list, volunteer, make a donation, or send us a message, we may collect:
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Name
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Contact information (Email address, phone number, mailing address)
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Occupation and Employer (Required by California law for campaign donations of $100 or more)
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Payment information (processed securely through third-party processors like ActBlue; we do not store your credit card details directly).
B. Information Collected Automatically We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect data such as:
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Your IP address
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Browser type and device information
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Pages you visit on our site and the links you click
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your data to power the campaign and connect with voters. Specifically, we use it to:
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Send you campaign updates, newsletters, and election reminders.
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Process donations and issue receipts.
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Coordinate volunteer activities (e.g., canvassing or phone banking).
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Respond to your inquiries.
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Comply with applicable laws, including reporting requirements from the California Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC).
3. Campaign Finance & Public Reporting
Under California State law, political campaigns are required to report the name, mailing address, occupation, and employer of individuals whose contributions total $100 or more in a calendar year. This information becomes a matter of public record.
4. How We Share Your Information
We respect your data. We do not sell your personal information to commercial marketers. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:
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Service Providers: We share data with trusted third-party vendors who help us operate (e.g., email platforms like Mailchimp, donation processors like ActBlue, or website hosts).
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Legal Compliance: We may disclose information if required by law or to comply with campaign finance regulations.
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Democratic Allies: As is standard in political campaigns, we may share non-financial lists (such as volunteer or email lists) with the San Mateo County Democratic Party or similar democratic organizations for the purpose of voter mobilization.
5. Text Messaging (SMS) Privacy
We take your phone privacy seriously.
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By providing your phone number, you agree to receive text messages from the Campaign. Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency varies.
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Strict No-Sharing Policy for Mobile Numbers: No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.
6. Your Choices
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Email: You can unsubscribe from our email list at any time by clicking the "Unsubscribe" link at the bottom of our emails.
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Text Messages: You can stop receiving text messages at any time by replying STOP to any message we send.
7. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Effective Date."
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Seema for San Mateo City Council
FPPC ID # 1486058