Privacy Policy | Sam Sutton for NYS Senate

Effective Date: October 15, 2026 | Organization: Sam Sutton for NYS Senate | EIN: 334506010

Sam Sutton for NYS Senate ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy of everyone who visits our website at suttonsenate.com or interacts with our campaign. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal information.

By using our website or submitting information through our contact forms, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Information You Provide Directly

Name, email address, and any other contact information you submit through our website forms
Your interest in volunteering or getting involved with the campaign
Any messages or comments you send to us
SMS/text message opt-in consent information, if provided

Information Collected Automatically

IP address and general geographic location
Browser type and operating system
Pages visited and time spent on our website
Referral source (how you arrived at our website)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

To respond to your inquiries and communicate with you about the campaign
To coordinate volunteer activities and campaign events
To send campaign updates, newsletters, and other communications you have consented to receive
To send SMS/text message campaign updates, if you have expressly opted in
To improve our website and campaign communications
To comply with applicable laws and regulations

3. SMS & Text Message Communications

No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.

If you have provided express written consent to receive SMS/text messages from Sam Sutton for NYS Senate, the following terms apply:

Message Types: You may receive recurring marketing and promotional SMS/MMS messages, including campaign updates, event announcements, and calls to action, sent using an automated telephone dialing system (ATDS).
Message Frequency: Message frequency varies; you may receive up to 4 messages per month.
Message and Data Rates: Message and data rates may apply. Check with your mobile carrier for details about your messaging plan.
Opt-Out: Reply STOP to opt out of SMS communications at any time. After opting out, you will receive a one-time confirmation message and will receive no further SMS messages from us.
Help: Reply HELP for assistance. You may also contact us at john@suttonsenate.com for support.
Consent: Consent is NOT a condition of purchase or participation in any campaign activity.

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

Service Providers: We may share information with trusted vendors who assist us in operating our website, conducting our campaign, or communicating with supporters, subject to confidentiality agreements.
Legal Requirements: We may disclose information when required by law, such as in response to a court order or government request.
Campaign Compliance: We may disclose information as required by New York State election law and Federal Election Commission (FEC) regulations.

No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of data transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights & Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access: You may request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
Correction: You may request that we correct any inaccurate information.
Deletion: You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to applicable legal requirements.
Opt-Out: You may opt out of SMS messages at any time by replying STOP. You may unsubscribe from email communications using the unsubscribe link provided in each email.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at john@suttonsenate.com.

7. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve user experience and analyze site traffic. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain features of our website.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies independently.

9. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post the updated policy on this page with a revised effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Sam Sutton for NYS Senate
515 East 86th St #802
New York, NY 10028
Email: john@suttonsenate.com