Last updated: 07/2025
Nicolaus Sleister for Congress (“we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, store, and disclose your information when you visit our website at www.nickva2.com (the “Site”) or engage with the campaign.
1. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
a. Personal Information You Provide:
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Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address
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Payment information (processed securely via third-party vendors like ActBlue)
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Volunteer sign-up and event registration details
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Messages or questions you submit through contact forms or emails
b. Automatically Collected Information:
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IP address, browser type, device identifiers, pages viewed, and timestamps
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Analytics and tracking data via cookies and third-party tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Meta Pixel)
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
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Communicate with you about campaign news, events, and opportunities
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Process donations and confirm contribution eligibility
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Respond to your inquiries and requests
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Send you emails and/or text messages you’ve opted in to receive
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Improve website functionality, usability, and performance
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Comply with legal and campaign finance requirements
3. Email and Text Messaging Consent
By providing your email address or phone number, you consent to receive communications from Nicolaus Sleister for Congress, including:
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Email newsletters and fundraising appeals
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Text messages about campaign updates and calls to action
Text message terms:
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Message and data rates may apply
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Text “STOP” to opt out at any time
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Text “HELP” for assistance
4. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share your information with:
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Trusted service providers (e.g., email platforms, payment processors) under strict confidentiality agreements
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State and federal election agencies, as required by law
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Partners and consultants working on behalf of the campaign
5. Data Security
We take reasonable precautions to protect your information from unauthorized access or disclosure. Sensitive data, such as credit card details, are processed securely through third-party platforms like ActBlue.
6. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
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Opt out of receiving emails by clicking “unsubscribe” at the bottom of any email
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Opt out of SMS messaging by texting “STOP”
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Request that we delete your personal data from our system (unless required by law to retain it)
7. Children’s Privacy
Our Site is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect or solicit information from minors without parental consent.
8. External Links
This Site may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those third-party sites.
9. Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is used, please contact:
