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Privacy & Data Protection

Data Collection & Advocacy

Information We Collect

When you join our grassroots network, sign a petition, or participate in a campaign, we collect essential information necessary to amplify your voice. This typically includes your name, email address, physical address, and phone number. By collecting your physical address, we can accurately match you with your elected representatives and ensure your advocacy reaches the correct lawmakers. This data is the foundation of our ability to influence policy, hold officials accountable, and keep you informed about critical legislative developments.

Petition Submission & Congressional Delivery Disclosure

As a core component of our advocacy efforts, we frequently submit signed petitions, open letters, and direct constituent messages to members of Congress, state legislatures, and other government officials. Please be advised that when you sign a petition or submit a message through our platform, your name, city, state, and zip code (and occasionally your full address, if strictly required by the receiving congressional office) may be delivered to these officials. Because these communications are directed to public officials on matters of public policy, these submissions may become part of the public legislative record. We do not sell this information; it is transmitted exclusively to demonstrate authentic, verifiable public support for our policy initiatives.

COMPLIANCE & TRANSPARENCY

Communications & Consent

Email Communications

By providing your email address to EndTheLoophole.org, Citizen Outreach, or the Citizen Outreach Foundation, you consent to receive periodic updates, newsletters, and action alerts. We utilize your email to keep you informed about our advocacy efforts, petition statuses, and opportunities to support our cause effectively.

We are committed to respecting your inbox. You may opt out of our email communications at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link located at the bottom of any email you receive from us. Please allow up to 10 business days for your request to be fully processed across all our systems. Even after opting out of general updates, you may still receive transactional or administrative messages regarding past donations or direct inquiries.

REQUIRED DISCLOSURE

SMS Communications & Consent

By providing your mobile phone number, you expressly consent to receive automated text messages from Citizen Outreach and Citizen Outreach Foundation at the number provided. Consent is not a condition of purchasing any property, goods, or services.

Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. You may opt out of SMS communications at any time by replying STOP to any message. For assistance, reply HELP.

Mobile information will not 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.

Donations & Security

Citizen Outreach takes the security of your transactions and personal data seriously. We utilize modern encryption and strict data handling protocols to prevent unauthorized access and protect your privacy.

256-Bit SSL Encryption

PCI-DSS Compliant

Donations & Payment Processing

When you contribute to Citizen Outreach, your payment information is securely processed by our trusted, industry-leading third-party payment gateways. We do not store, process, or transmit full credit card numbers or bank account details on our servers. All financial data is handled directly by these processors in strict compliance with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI-DSS).

Data Retention & Security

We implement rigorous technical, administrative, and physical security measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. We retain your information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the advocacy and operational purposes for which it was collected, and to satisfy any legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.

Your Rights & Choices

We believe in complete transparency regarding your personal data. Review your rights, our opt-out procedures, and additional privacy policies below.

Your Rights & Choices

You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you, request corrections to any inaccurate data, and request the deletion of your data, subject to certain exceptions. If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us. We will respond to your request in accordance with applicable laws.

'Do Not Sell' Privacy Statement

We do not sell your personal information for monetary consideration. However, under certain state privacy laws (such as the CCPA), the sharing of data for targeted advocacy or advertising may be considered a 'sale'. You have the right to opt-out of this sharing. To exercise this right, please contact us with the subject line 'Opt-Out of Data Sharing'.

Cookies & Analytics

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to analyze site traffic, understand user behavior, and improve our campaigns. These tools may collect your IP address, browser type, and interaction data. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings, though doing so may affect the functionality of certain site features.

Children’s Privacy

Our campaigns and platforms are not directed at individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such data, we will take immediate steps to delete it from our systems.

External Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, news articles, or partner organizations. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit before providing them with your personal information.

Official Contact

Reach out to us if you have any questions or concerns about your data.

Mailing Address

Citizen Outreach
123 Constitution Way
Washington, DC 20001

Digital Contact

Phone

(555) 123-4567

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.