Privacy Policy

Effective Date: September 30, 2026

1. Who We Are
The Campaign to Elect Steven McClelland for State Senator (the “Campaign,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) operates this website to share information about Steven McClelland’s candidacy for Arkansas State Senate District 18, communicate with voters, and support campaign activities such as volunteering and donations. Our website address is: https://www.mcclellandservessd18.com

2. What Personal Data We Collect and Why

Contact & Get Involved Forms
When you submit information through our contact or “Get Involved” forms, we collect your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and any other details you choose to provide. We use this information to:
• Respond to your questions or requests
• Share campaign updates and news
• Coordinate volunteer activities and events
• Process and acknowledge donations and other support

Donations
When you make a donation through our site, your payment information is processed by secure, PCI-compliant third-party payment processors. We do not store your full credit card number on our servers. We do receive and retain your contact information and donation details as required by Arkansas campaign finance laws.

Events & Email/SMS Updates
If you sign up for events, email updates, or SMS alerts, we collect the information you provide (such as name, email, and phone number) to send you confirmations, reminders, and campaign-related messages.

Technical Data & Cookies
We may collect technical information automatically when you visit our site, such as your IP address, browser type, device information, and pages visited. We use cookies and similar technologies to:
• Help the site function properly
• Understand how visitors use the site
• Improve content and user experience
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings, but some features of the site may not work correctly without them.

3. Cookies
Our website may use cookies to remember your preferences, improve performance, and measure traffic. These cookies may store non-sensitive information such as your language or display preferences. You can manage or delete cookies at any time through your browser settings.

4. Embedded Content & Third-Party Services
Our site may include embedded content (such as videos, maps, or social media feeds) from other websites, including platforms like Facebook or YouTube. Embedded content behaves as if you visited those websites directly. These third-party sites may collect data about you, use cookies, or track your interaction with their content. Their use of your data is governed by their own privacy policies.

We may also use third-party tools and services (such as analytics, email delivery, SMS platforms, and donation processors) to operate and improve our website and campaign. These providers process your data only as needed to provide their services to us.

5. Analytics
We may use analytics tools (such as Google Analytics or similar services) to understand how visitors use our site. These tools collect information like your IP address, device type, browser, and pages visited. This data helps us improve our website and outreach. Analytics providers process this information according to their own privacy policies.

6. Who We Share Your Data With
We do not sell or rent your personal data. We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who help us:
• Host and maintain our website
• Send emails, newsletters, and SMS messages
• Process donations and payments
• Manage events and volunteer activities

We may also share information when required by law, such as to comply with Arkansas campaign finance reporting requirements or other legal obligations.

7. How Long We Retain Your Data
We keep your personal information only as long as needed for campaign-related purposes and to comply with legal and reporting requirements. For example:
• Contact and volunteer information may be retained for the duration of the campaign and any required reporting period.
• Donation records are kept as required by Arkansas and federal election laws.

8. Your Rights Over Your Data
Depending on applicable law, you may have the right to:
• Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
• Ask us to correct inaccurate or incomplete information
• Request that we delete certain personal data, subject to legal and reporting obligations

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information in Section 11 below.

9. Where We Send Your Data
Data submitted through our forms or donation tools may be processed by secure third-party providers (such as payment processors, email services, or SMS platforms). These providers are contractually limited to using your data only to provide services to the Campaign.

10. SMS & A2P Messaging Compliance

What Data We Collect for Messaging
If you opt in to receive SMS or text message updates from the Campaign, we may collect your name, mobile phone number, and communication preferences.

Purpose and Frequency
Text messages may include campaign updates, event reminders, volunteer opportunities, and donation appeals. Message frequency may vary based on campaign activity and your level of engagement.

Consent
By providing your mobile number and opting in, you agree to receive text messages from McClelland Serves SD18. Consent is not a condition of donating or participating in campaign activities. Standard message and data rates may apply.

Opt-Out Instructions
You may opt out of SMS communications at any time by replying “STOP” to any message. To receive help or more information, reply “HELP” or contact us using the details in Section 11.

Message Delivery
We may use secure, compliant third-party messaging platforms to send SMS communications. These services process your phone number and message content solely to deliver messages and maintain compliance with messaging rules.

11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at:

Email: YourVoice@McClellandServesSD18.com
Mailing Address: McClelland for Arkansas, 202 N Locust Street, Searcy, AR 72143
Website: www.mcclellandservessd18.com