Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 2, 2026

The Committee to Elect Briar Bearss (“we,” “us,” or “our”) respects the privacy of our users (“you”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, bearssformichigan.com (the “Site”). Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with its terms, please do not access the Site.

We reserve the right to make changes to this Privacy Policy at any time and for any reason. We will alert you about any changes by updating the “Last Updated” date of this Privacy Policy. Any changes or modifications will be effective immediately upon posting the updated Privacy Policy on the Site, and you waive the right to receive specific notice of each such change or modification.

You are encouraged to periodically review this Privacy Policy to stay informed of updates. You will be deemed to have been made aware of, will be subject to, and will be deemed to have accepted the changes in any revised Privacy Policy by your continued use of the Site after the date such revised Privacy Policy is posted.

COLLECTION OF YOUR INFORMATION

We may collect information about you in a variety of ways. The information we may collect on the Site includes:

Personal Data

Personally identifiable information, such as your name, email address, and telephone number, and other information you voluntarily provide to us when you sign up for updates, submit a form, donate, RSVP, volunteer, or otherwise communicate with us. You are under no obligation to provide personal information. Personal information is collected and retained only when you choose to submit it to us through the Site.

SMS / Mobile Messaging Data

If you provide your phone number, you may receive campaign-related text messages (including informational and promotional messages). We may collect and store your phone number, consent status, message history, and related metadata (such as delivery status and timestamps).

Donation Data

If you make a donation through the Site, your payment is processed by a third-party payment processor. We may receive information related to your donation (such as name, address, email, employer/occupation where required, amount, and transaction confirmation). We do not store full payment card numbers; payment information is handled by the third-party processor subject to their privacy and security practices.

Derivative Data

Information our servers automatically collect when you access the Site, such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, access times, referring/exit pages, and pages you viewed.

Device and Usage Data

Information about the device you use to access the Site (such as device type, unique device identifiers where available, and approximate location derived from IP address).

USE OF YOUR INFORMATION

We may use information collected about you via the Site to:

Provide, operate, and improve the Site

Respond to inquiries and provide requested information

Send campaign updates, newsletters, and other communications

Send text messages if you opted in to SMS communications

Process donations, event RSVPs, volunteer sign-ups, and related administrative tasks

Monitor and analyze usage and trends to improve user experience

Protect the Site, prevent fraud, and troubleshoot issues

Comply with applicable laws, regulations, and reporting obligations

DISCLOSURE OF YOUR INFORMATION

We may share information we have collected about you in certain situations, including:

Service Providers

We may share information with third-party vendors and service providers that perform services for us or on our behalf (such as web hosting, analytics, email and SMS delivery, donation processing, security services, and event tools). These providers may access information only as needed to perform their services for us.

By Law or to Protect Rights

If we believe the release of information about you is necessary to respond to legal process, to investigate or remedy potential violations of our policies, or to protect the rights, property, and safety of others, we may share your information as permitted or required by any applicable law, rule, or regulation. This includes exchanging information with other entities for fraud protection and credit risk reduction.

Business Transfers

If we undergo a reorganization, merger, or transfer of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction, subject to applicable law.

TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

Website Analytics and Advertising

We may partner with selected third-party vendors (such as analytics providers and advertising platforms) to allow tracking technologies and remarketing services on the Site through the use of first-party cookies and third-party cookies/pixels to, among other things, analyze and track users’ use of the Site, determine the popularity of certain content, measure campaign performance, and better understand online activity.

By accessing the Site, you consent to the collection and use of your information by these third parties as described in this Privacy Policy. You are encouraged to review their privacy policies and contact them directly for responses to your questions.

You should be aware that getting a new computer, installing a new browser, upgrading an existing browser, or erasing or otherwise altering your browser’s cookie files may also clear certain opt-out cookies, plug-ins, or settings.

THIRD-PARTY CONTENT AND EMBEDDED TOOLS

The Site may include embedded content or tools from third parties (for example: videos, maps, forms, fundraising widgets, social media embeds, or event tools). These third parties may collect information directly from you or through automated technologies. Their collection and use of information is governed by their own privacy policies.

SECURITY OF YOUR INFORMATION

We use administrative, technical, and physical security measures to help protect your personal information. While we take reasonable steps to secure the personal information you provide to us, please be aware that no security measures are perfect or impenetrable, and no method of data transmission can be guaranteed against interception or misuse. Therefore, we cannot guarantee complete security if you provide personal information.

EMAILS AND COMMUNICATIONS

If you no longer wish to receive emails from us, you may opt out by using the unsubscribe link in any email (when available) or by contacting us at info@bearssformichigan.com

SMS OPT-OUT

If you no longer wish to receive text messages from us, you may opt out at any time by replying STOP. For help, reply HELP. Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency may vary.

If you have questions or comments about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Committee to Elect Briar Bearss

PO Box 007, Millington, MI 48746

info@bearssformichigan.com