Privacy Policy
LAST UPDATED: 02/17/26
A LEGAL DISCLAIMER
Evie Cahalen for Sheriff is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you visit our website at eviecahalenforsheriff.com, sign up for updates, volunteer, donate, attend events, or otherwise interact with us online.
By using the Site or providing us with information, you agree to the practices described in this Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site or provide us with any personal information.
INFORMATION WE COLLECT
We collect information in the following ways:
Information You Provide Directly:
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When you sign up for email updates, newsletters, text alerts, event invitations, or volunteer opportunities, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and any other details you choose to provide.
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If you make a donation, we collect name, address, email, phone number, donation amount, payment information (processed securely by third-party payment processors—see Section 5), and—where required by law—occupation and employer.
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When you sign a petition, RSVP for an event, contact us, or submit a form, we collect the information you submit.
Information Collected Automatically:
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Device and usage information, such as IP address, browser type, operating system, pages viewed, time spent on pages, referring/exit pages, and similar data collected via cookies, web beacons, or other tracking technologies.
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We use standard analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to understand how visitors use the Site and improve it.
Information from Other Sources:
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We may receive information about you from public records, voter files (where legally permissible), or third-party partners to help tailor communications or comply with election laws. We do not purchase or use sensitive personal data without a lawful basis.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age. If we learn we have collected such data, we will delete it.
HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
We use the information we collect to:
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Communicate with you about the campaign, including updates, events, volunteer opportunities, get-out-the-vote efforts, and issue information.
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Process donations and send thank-you acknowledgments (including required FEC/state disclosures for reportable contributions).
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Organize events, rallies, canvassing, phone banking, and other campaign activities.
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Improve the Site, analyze usage trends, and prevent fraud or abuse.
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Comply with applicable election, tax, and legal requirements (e.g., reporting donor information to relevant election authorities when required by law).
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Defend the campaign in legal matters, if necessary.
HOW WE SHARE YOUR INFORMATION
We do not sell your personal information. We may share it only in limited circumstances:
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With service providers who help us operate the campaign (e.g., email platforms and/or payment processors, website hosts, analytics providers, etc.). These providers are contractually required to protect your data and use it only for the services they provide us.
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With volunteers, staff, or contractors working directly for the campaign, on a need-to-know basis.
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As required or permitted by law, including disclosures to federal, state, or local election authorities for campaign finance reporting.
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In the event of a merger, reorganization, or similar transaction involving the campaign.
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To protect the rights, property, or safety of the campaign, our supporters, or the public.
If you provide information for voter registration assistance or similar tools, note that such data may be shared with appropriate election officials as required.
COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGY
We use cookies and similar technologies for functionality, analytics, and (occasionally) limited advertising to reach potential supporters. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. For more details, see our Cookie Policy (if separate) or browser help resources. We do not respond to “Do Not Track” browser signals at this time.
DATA SECURITY
We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
CHANGES TO THIS POLICY
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last Updated” date at the top indicates when changes were last made. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
CONTACT US
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our practices, please contact us at:
Evie Cahalen For Sheriff
PO Box 1334
Marion, MT 59925
Thank you for supporting Evie Cahalen For Sheriff. We value your trust and privacy.