Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy — Rupani for Treasurer
Last updated: February 2026
Rupani for Treasurer (“the Campaign,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy of supporters, volunteers, and voters. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard personal information in connection with our campaign activities, including SMS communications, email outreach, website interactions, and voter engagement efforts.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
1.1 Information You Provide Directly
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Name
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Email address
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Phone number
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Address or ZIP code
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Volunteer sign‑up details
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Donation‑related information (processed securely through third‑party payment processors)
1.2 Information Provided Through the Texas Democratic Party (VAN)
The Campaign may receive voter contact information through the Texas Democratic Party’s voter engagement programs. This information includes only individuals who have previously opted in to receive political communications. These opt‑ins are documented and maintained within the VAN (Voter Activation Network) system.
1.3 Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may collect:
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IP address
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Browser type
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Device information
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Pages visited
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Basic analytics data
This helps us improve website performance and user experience.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use personal information solely for campaign‑related purposes, including:
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Sending SMS updates, reminders, and informational messages
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Providing election information and GOTV (Get Out the Vote) outreach
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Sharing campaign news, events, and volunteer opportunities
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Responding to inquiries submitted through our website
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Managing supporter and volunteer engagement
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Complying with legal and reporting obligations
We do not use personal information for commercial purposes.
3. SMS Communications & Consent
The Campaign sends text messages only to individuals who have:
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Opted in through the Texas Democratic Party’s voter engagement programs (documented in VAN), or
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Provided their phone number directly to the Campaign through events, sign‑up forms, or volunteer interactions.
All messages include clear opt‑out instructions. You may opt out at any time by replying STOP.
Opt‑out requests are honored immediately.
4. How We Share Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information.
We may share information only with:
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Authorized campaign staff and volunteers
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Trusted service providers (e.g., SMS platforms, email systems, donation processors)
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State or federal agencies when legally required
All vendors are required to protect your information and use it only for campaign‑related purposes.
5. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. While no system is completely secure, we follow industry‑standard practices to safeguard data.
6. Links to Third‑Party Websites
Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third‑party websites.
7. Children’s Privacy
The Campaign does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If such information is discovered, it will be deleted promptly.
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is used, you may contact the Campaign at:
Rupani for Treasurer
Fort Bend County, Texas