Your privacy matters to us. This Privacy Policy explains how the Steven Giordano for Mayor campaign (“we,” “our,” or “the campaign”) collects, uses, and protects information you provide when visiting steveng4psl.com or participating in our campaign activities. By using this website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
Information you provide directly:
- Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address when you sign up to volunteer, contact us, or subscribe to campaign updates
- Donation information including name, address, employer, occupation, and payment details (processed securely through a third-party payment processor)
- Messages and inquiries submitted through our contact form
Information collected automatically:
- Browser type, device type, and operating system
- IP address and general geographic location
- Pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring URLs
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see our Cookie section below)
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Send campaign updates, event announcements, and newsletters (only if you opt in)
- Coordinate volunteer activities and community events
- Process and acknowledge donations, and comply with Florida campaign finance reporting requirements
- Respond to your inquiries and requests
- Improve our website and communications
- Comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws
Campaign Finance Disclosures
Florida Law
Under Florida law, contributions to political campaigns are a matter of public record. Donor information, including name, address, employer, and contribution amount, may be reported to the Florida Division of Elections and made publicly available in accordance with Florida Statutes Chapter 106. By making a donation, you acknowledge and consent to this disclosure requirement.
Sharing of Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:
- Service providers: Third-party vendors who help us operate our website, process payments, or send email communications, bound by confidentiality obligations
- Legal compliance: When required by law, court order, or governmental authority, including campaign finance reporting
- Campaign operations: With trusted campaign staff and volunteers on a need-to-know basis to coordinate activities you have signed up for
We will never share your information with unaffiliated third-party organizations for their own marketing purposes.
Cookies & Tracking
Our website uses cookies, small text files stored on your device, to improve your browsing experience. We use:
- Essential cookies: Required for the website to function properly
- Analytics cookies: To understand how visitors use our site (e.g., Google Analytics)
- Preference cookies: To remember your settings and choices
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality. By continuing to use this website, you consent to our use of cookies as described here.
Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. Payment information submitted through our website is processed by PCI-compliant third-party processors and is never stored on our servers. However, no method of internet transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Opt-Out & Unsubscribe
You may opt out of campaign communications at any time by:
- Clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any campaign email
- Contacting us directly using the information below
Please allow up to 10 business days to be removed from active mailing lists. Note that even after opting out of marketing messages, you may still receive legally required notices or donation acknowledgments.
Children’s Privacy
This website is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has submitted personal information to us, please contact us immediately so we can remove it.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external sites (such as social media platforms or third-party event pages). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to review their own privacy policies before providing any personal information.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. The effective date at the top of this page will be updated accordingly. We encourage you to review this page periodically. Continued use of the website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please reach out: