Who we are
Our (“Dela Cruz for Harford”) website address is: https://delacruzforharford.com.
Last updated: March 27, 2025
This privacy policy may change from time to time. The date above will be updated every time it is changed.
Data collection
We collect information that you provide to us.
This includes, but is not limited to:
– Information you send to us when filling out requests to receive email updates
– Information from volunteer forms
– Information from donations
– Communication emails
We may also be required to collect certain personal information from donors for record keeping in order to maintain good standing with the law.
For example, name, address, occupation, and employer of donors who exceed 200$ per election cycle.
Cookies and Automatically Collected Info
Cookies
Our website employs cookies to enhance user and ensure the functioning our services. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that allow us to recognize your browser and remember your preferences during subsequent visits. Cookies may include session cookies, which expire once you close browser and persistent cookies, which remain until deleted.
Automatic Data Collection
In addition to cookies, we automatically collect certain information when you visit our website. This includes, but is not limited to:
- IP Addresses: Used primarily for security purposes such as preventing spam, detecting malicious activity, and maintaining integrity our website.
- Browser Type and Version: To optimize compatibility and improve user experience
- Device Information: Including device type, operating system, and screen resolution.
- Referring URLs: To understand how visitors arrive at our site.
Third Party Data Collection
We and our service providers may also obtain information about you from other sources.
For example, we may collect information from mailing lists or Act Blue donations.
Purpose of Data Collection
Data collected automatically helps us:
- Protect our website from abuse, and malicious activities.
- Improve website performance and security- Analyze usage patterns to enhance content and functionality.
- Comply with legal obligations related to security fraud prevention.
- Communicate information with you about upcoming events and other news
- Respond to your emails and questions
Data Sharing and Retention
We not sell or rent your automatically collected data to third parties. The information retained only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined above or as by law. Access to this data restricted to authorized personnel responsible for maintaining website security.
Managing Cookies:
You have the right to manage your preferences your browser settings. You may choose to disable cookies entirely or selectively delete specific cookies. Disabling cookies may affect the functionality certain features on our website.
For further information or assistance regarding cookie or automatic data collection, please contact us through the provided communication channels.