Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2025

Dr. Nila Devanath For Congress (“we,” “our,” or “the Campaign”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information in compliance with the Federal Election Commission (FEC) regulations and applicable U.S. law.

1. Information We Collect

• Personal information: name, address, email, phone number, pledge/donation information, employer/occupation (if you donate).
• Technical information: IP address, browser type, device data, cookies, and usage analytics.
• Communications: messages, forms, volunteer sign-ups, or other interactions you have with us.

2. How We Use Information

• To process pledges and donations, as required by federal campaign finance law.
• To comply with FEC reporting requirements, including disclosing donor name, mailing address, occupation, and employer for contributions over $200 in an election cycle.
• To communicate with you regarding campaign updates, events, and volunteer opportunities.
• To respond to inquiries and provide services you request.
• To improve website functionality, outreach, and security.

3. Disclosure of Information

• We do not sell or rent personal information.
• Donor information may be disclosed publicly if required by law (e.g., contributions over $200 must be reported to the FEC).
• We may share data with trusted vendors (payment processors, email services, volunteers) who assist the campaign, bound by confidentiality obligations.
• We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or to protect rights and safety.

4. Cookies and Tracking

Our site may use cookies and analytics (e.g., Google Analytics) to understand visitor behavior. You may disable cookies in your browser; some features may not function fully.

5. Data Retention

We retain information as long as needed to comply with FEC rules, fulfill campaign purposes, and maintain accurate records. When no longer needed, data will be securely deleted or anonymized.

6. Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your data. However, no method of internet transmission or storage is completely secure.

7. Your Choices

• You may opt out of campaign emails at any time by using unsubscribe links or contacting us directly.
• You may request access, correction, or deletion of your information, subject to legal and FEC obligations.

8. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly solicit or collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such data, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may link to third-party sites (e.g., ActBlue). We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted here with a new effective date. Significant changes may be communicated via email or site notice.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, contact us:

Nila Devanath For Congress
3119 Cherry Hill Ln
Suffolk, VA 23435
Email: privacy@niladevanath.com
Phone: (757) 613-4585