Privacy Policy - Friends to Elect Bethany Miller

Last Updated: November 24, 2025

What Information We Collect

Information You Give Us Directly

When you interact with our campaign, we collect:

• Basic contact info: Name, email, phone number, mailing address

• Donation information: Payment details, donation amount, donation date

• Employment info (for larger donors): Your occupation and employer

  • Required by law for anyone donating over $200 per calendar year

• Your story: If you share why you support Bethany, volunteer interests, or feedback

• Petition signatures: Your name, city, state, and any comments you add

Information We Collect Automatically

When you visit our website, we automatically collect:

• Browsing activity: Which pages you view, links you click, time spent on site

• Device information: Your device type, operating system, browser

• Location data: Your IP address and general location

• Cookies: Small files stored on your device that track your visits

What are cookies? Think of them as a name tag your browser wears when visiting our site. They help us remember you and show you relevant content.

To disable cookies: Most browsers let you block them in Settings → Privacy. Note: Some website features may not work if you block all cookies.

Information We Get From Others

We also receive information from:

• Donation platforms: If you donate through ActBlue or similar services, they share your info with us

• Voter databases: We obtain voter registration files from state Democratic parties and public records

• Social media: If you connect your Facebook/Twitter account to interact with us, we may receive your public profile info

• Event platforms: If you sign up to volunteer through a third-party site, they share your registration details

How We Use Your Information

Campaign Communications

• Send you campaign updates, newsletters, and calls to action

• Invite you to volunteer opportunities and events

• Share information about issues Bethany cares about

• Send donation receipts and confirmations

Voter Engagement

• Remind you to register to vote and about upcoming elections

• Help you find your polling location

• Connect you with local campaign events

Support Our Campaign

• Process your donations securely

• Connect you with other supporters in your area

• Ask for volunteers and additional support

• Analyze which messages resonate with supporters

Legal Compliance

• Report required donation information to the Tennessee Registry of Election Finance

• Follow up if you leave fields blank on forms

• Comply with Federal Election Commission (FEC) requirements

Website Improvement

• Understand which content is most popular

• Fix technical problems

• Make the site easier to use

Who We Share Your Information With

Public Disclosure (Required by Law)

Tennessee Registry of Election Finance requires us to publicly report:

• Donations over $100: Your name, mailing address, occupation, employer, and donation amount

• Donations under $100: Reported in aggregate (total amount only, no individual names)

• Exception: Once aggregate donations under $100 exceed $2,000 in a reporting period, individual details may be disclosed

This information becomes public record. Anyone can look it up on the Tennessee Registry website: https://www.tn.gov/tref

Democratic Organizations & Allied Campaigns

We share your information with:

• Other Democratic candidates and campaigns

• Tennessee Democratic Party and local Democratic organizations

• National progressive organizations

• Issue advocacy groups that share our values

• Joint fundraising committees

Why? To build a stronger movement and keep you informed about candidates and causes aligned with Bethany's vision.

What we share: Name, contact info, donation history, volunteer interests

Can you opt out? Yes - email us at info@repbethanymiller.com to limit sharing (note: this may reduce updates about related campaigns you might care about)

Service Providers

We work with vendors who help run the campaign:

• Payment processors (to handle donations)

• Email platforms (to send newsletters)

• Website hosting (to keep the site running)

• Data analytics (to understand supporter engagement)

• Event management (to organize rallies and volunteer events)

These vendors can only use your info to provide services to us, not for their own purposes.

Advertising Partners

We use advertising services (Google, Facebook, etc.) to:

• Show you relevant campaign ads online

• Reach potential supporters

• Measure ad effectiveness

These platforms may combine our data with their own data about you to target ads. They have their own privacy policies you should review.

To opt out of targeted ads:

• Visit: www.aboutads.info/choices

• On your phone: Enable "Limit Ad Tracking" (iOS) or "Opt Out of Ads Personalization" (Android)

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if:

• Required by law, court order, or subpoena

• Necessary to protect campaign staff or supporters from harm

• Needed to prevent fraud or illegal activity

• Part of a legal investigation or lawsuit

If You Sign a Petition

Petitions are public by design. When you sign, we may:

• Publish your name, city, state, and comments on our website

• Share the full petition (including your info) with elected officials or media

• Use your signature to demonstrate public support

Don't sign petitions if you want your support to remain private.

Third-Party Websites & Tools

Our website links to or uses tools from other organizations:

• ActBlue (donation processing)

• Eventbrite or similar (event registration)

• Social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram)

• Mapping services (to help you find events)

We don't control these third-party services. They have their own privacy policies. Please review them before using these tools through our site.

We're not responsible for how they handle your information.

Social Media Features

Our website has social sharing buttons (like Facebook "Share" or Twitter "Tweet").

When you use these:

• Your social media platform may track that you visited our site

• What you share depends on your privacy settings on that platform

• The social media company receives information about your activity

Review the privacy policies of Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc. to understand what they collect.

Your Privacy Choices

Email Communications

To unsubscribe from campaign emails:

• Click "Unsubscribe" at the bottom of any email

• Email us at: info@repbethanymiller.com

Note: We may still send you important messages about donations you've made (like receipts) even if you unsubscribe from campaign updates.

Text Messages

To stop receiving texts:

• Reply "STOP" to any campaign text message

• Email us at: info@repbethanymiller.com

Update or Delete Your Information

You can request that we:

• Update incorrect information

• Delete your information from our database

• Provide you a copy of what we have

How to request: Email info@repbethanymiller.com

Important limitations:

• We may need to keep some records for legal compliance (like FEC-required donation records)

• We must verify your identity before making changes

• We cannot delete information already disclosed in public filings

If we deny your request, email us at the same address to appeal the decision.

Cookies & Tracking

To block cookies:

1. Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies

2. Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data

3. Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and Website Data

To delete Flash cookies: Visit www.adobe.com/products/flashplayer/security

Note: Some website features may not work properly if you block all cookies.

Do-Not-Track Signals

Some browsers send "do-not-track" signals. We currently do not respond to these signals because there's no industry standard for how to handle them. If a standard emerges, we'll update this policy.

California Residents - Your Special Rights

If you live in California, state law gives you the right to request details about how we share your information with third parties for their direct marketing purposes.

To make a request: Email info@repbethanymiller.com with "California Privacy Rights" in the subject line.

Data Security

We take security seriously:

• Secure payment processing for donations

• Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS)

• Limited staff access to sensitive information

• Regular security reviews

However, no system is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security. You provide information at your own risk.

Children's Privacy

Our campaign is not directed at children under 18. We do not knowingly collect information from minors. If you believe we've collected information from a child, please contact us immediately at info@repbethanymiller.com.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy as our campaign evolves or laws change.

When we make changes:

• We'll update the "Last Updated" date at the top

• For major changes, we may post a notice on our homepage or send you an email

• Continued use of our website after changes means you accept the updated policy

Check back periodically to stay informed about how we protect your privacy.

Questions or Concerns?

Contact us:

Email: info@repbethanymiller.comMail:
Friends to Elect Bethany Miller
P.O. Box 2
Bolivar, Tn 38008

Website: www.repbethanymiller.com

Transparency Commitment

Bethany Miller believes in open, honest government - and that starts with our campaign. We're committed to:

• Being clear about how we use your information

• Protecting your data responsibly

• Giving you control over your privacy choices

• Complying with all campaign finance laws

Thank you for supporting our campaign. Your trust matters to us.

This privacy policy applies to www.repbethanymiller.com and related campaign websites and mobile apps. It does not apply to third-party websites we link to.