PRIVACY POLICY

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: November 2025
Paid for by Michael Blake for Congress

Michael Blake for Congress (“the Campaign,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, sign up for updates, volunteer, or make a contribution.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

Information You Provide Directly

  • Contact details such as your name, email address, phone number, and mailing address when you sign up for updates, volunteer, or donate.

  • Payment information (processed securely through third-party vendors like ActBlue).

  • Any messages, feedback, or comments you submit through forms or email.

Information We Collect Automatically

  • Log data such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, and referring pages.

  • Cookies and similar technologies to improve site performance, personalize experiences, and measure engagement.

  • Aggregate analytics data to understand how visitors interact with our website and content.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Communicate with you about campaign updates, events, news, and volunteer opportunities.

  • Process contributions in compliance with FEC regulations.

  • Send fundraising appeals via email, SMS, and other permitted channels.

  • Improve our website, content, and outreach strategies.

  • Comply with applicable laws, election regulations, and reporting requirements.

3. Email and Text Messaging

By providing your email address or mobile number, you consent to receive periodic communications from Michael Blake for Congress, including campaign updates and fundraising messages.

  • Message frequency: Varies.

  • Opt-out: You may unsubscribe from emails by clicking the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of any message, or stop text messages by replying STOP. Reply HELP for help.

  • Message and data rates may apply.

  • Consent is not a condition of any purchase or contribution.

4. How We Share Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
We may share limited information with:

  • Service providers who help us operate our website, process donations, send emails, or manage texting platforms.

  • Legal authorities when required to comply with applicable laws or campaign finance regulations.

  • Partners or consultants who support the Campaign’s outreach and communication efforts under strict confidentiality agreements.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. However, no online platform is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You can:

  • Opt out of emails or texts at any time.

  • Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.

  • Ask us to correct or delete your personal information (subject to campaign finance laws).

To make a request, contact us at info@michaelblakeforcongress.com.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may link to third-party platforms such as ActBlue, social media sites, or other resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. Please review their policies before submitting your information.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website and campaign activities are not directed toward children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

10. Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact:
Michael Blake for Congress
Email: info@michaelblakeforcongress.com
Website: www.michaelblakeforcongress.com