Matthews for Congress respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us.
This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your choices regarding that information. We may update this policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page.
Information We Collect
When you donate, sign up, volunteer, RSVP, or otherwise engage with our campaign, we may collect:
Name
Mailing address
Email address
Phone number
Employer and occupation (as required by federal law for contributions)
Payment information
We may also receive publicly available information or data from trusted partners and combine it with information you provide.
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
Process contributions and comply with federal reporting requirements
Send campaign updates and news
Request donations or volunteer support
Confirm event attendance
Improve our website and communications
We may contact you by email, mail, phone, or text message.
We do not sell your personal information.
Contributions & Payment Processing
Online contributions are processed through secure third-party payment processors. Matthews for Congress does not store your full credit card information.
Payment data is used solely for processing contributions and complying with federal election laws.
Cookies & Analytics
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
Measure website traffic
Understand user engagement
Improve website performance
Support digital advertising efforts
We may use third-party analytics services such as Google Analytics to help analyze site traffic. These services collect aggregated data and do not personally identify you.
You may disable cookies through your browser settings.
Digital Advertising
We may work with third-party vendors, including advertising platforms, to display campaign advertisements.
These vendors may use cookies or similar technologies to show ads based on prior visits to our site. We do not share personal identifying information with advertising vendors.
You may opt out of certain targeted advertising through your browser or platform settings.
SMS / Text Messaging Policy
Matthews for Congress may offer supporters the opportunity to receive campaign updates, donation requests, volunteer opportunities, and event reminders via SMS/text message.
By providing your phone number and opting in, you agree to receive recurring automated text messages from Matthews for Congress. Message and data rates may apply. Consent is not required as a condition of making a contribution. Reply STOP to opt out.
How You Opt In
You may opt in by:
Entering your phone number on our website and affirmatively consenting
Signing up at campaign events
Enrolling via keyword or written authorization
By opting in, you authorize Matthews for Congress to send recurring automated messages to the number provided.
Message Frequency
Message frequency may vary based on campaign activity.
Text Messaging Privacy
Text messaging opt-in data and consent will not be sold or shared with third parties, except with service providers who assist in delivering messages on our behalf and are contractually required to safeguard your information, or as required by law.
Disclosure of Information
We may disclose information:
To comply with applicable law or lawful requests
To protect the rights or safety of the campaign or others
To vendors performing services on our behalf under confidentiality agreements
A Note to Parents
We encourage you to talk to your children about safe and responsible use of their personal information while using the internet. Mathews for Congress does not knowingly collect, use or distribute children’s personally identifiable information to any third parties.
Policy Updates
We may revise this Privacy Policy periodically. Continued use of the site constitutes acceptance of any updates.
Contact
Questions about this Privacy Policy may be directed to: