Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how Michael Dockery for State Representative (“the Campaign,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, protects, and shares your information when you visit dockeryforga.com (the “Website”), interact with us online, or participate in campaign activities.

 

By using this Website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

 

 

 

1. Information We Collect

 

 

We may collect the following types of information:

 

 

A. Personal Information You Provide

 

 

When you interact with the Campaign—such as signing up for updates, making a donation, volunteering, or contacting us—you may voluntarily provide:

 

• Name

• Email address

• Mailing address

• Phone number

• Employment information (as required by Georgia campaign finance law for donations)

• Donation amounts and payment details (processed by secure third-party vendors)

• Any additional information you submit in forms or communications

 

 

 

B. Automatically Collected Information

 

 

When you visit the Website, standard web technologies may automatically collect:

 

• IP address

• Browser type and version

• Device type

• Pages visited

• Time and date of visits

• Cookies and tracking pixels

• Referring websites

 

 

We use this information to improve website performance, analytics, and user experience.

 

 

 

2. How We Use Your Information

 

 

We may use your information to:

 

• Communicate with you about the campaign

• Send email updates, newsletters, or volunteer opportunities

• Process donations securely in accordance with election laws

• Improve Website functionality and user experience

• Understand supporter engagement and analytics

• Comply with legal obligations and campaign finance reporting requirements

• Respond to inquiries sent through the Website

 

 

We never sell your information.

 

 

 

3. Donations and Payment Information

 

 

All donations are processed through secure third-party payment processors (such as WinRed, Anedot, PayPal, or Wix Payments).

The Campaign does not store full credit card numbers or bank account information.

 

Employment information and donor details may be reported publicly as required by Georgia and federal campaign finance laws.

 

 

 

4. Sharing and Disclosure of Information

 

 

We may share information:

 

• With trusted vendors who provide services such as email distribution, payment processing, or analytics

• With state or federal election authorities as required by law

• When necessary to protect our legal rights, comply with law enforcement, or respond to subpoenas

• With volunteers or staff performing official campaign activities (limited and controlled access)

 

 

We do not sell or rent your information to third parties.

 

 

 

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

 

 

Our Website may use:

 

• Cookies

• Analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Meta Pixel)

• Social media tracking pixels

• Log files

 

 

These tools help us:

 

• Understand Website traffic

• Improve user experience

• Measure ad performance

• Retarget visitors with campaign messaging

 

 

Users may disable cookies through their browser settings, noting some features may not function properly.

 

 

 

6. Email & Text Communications

 

 

By providing your contact information, you consent to receiving:

 

• Email updates

• Text messages

• Volunteer notifications

• Donation requests

 

 

You may opt out at any time by:

 

• Clicking “unsubscribe” in emails

• Replying “STOP” to text messages

• Contacting us directly at the email below

 

 

 

 

7. Data Security

 

 

We use industry-standard physical, technical, and administrative safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

However, no method of transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

 

 

 

8. Links to External Websites

 

 

Our Website may contain links to third-party sites.

We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites.

We encourage users to review the privacy policy of any external service they use.

 

 

 

9. Children’s Privacy

 

 

This Website is not intended for children under the age of 13.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

If we become aware of such information, we will delete it promptly.

 

 

 

10. Your Choices and Rights

 

 

You may:

 

• Request to review, correct, or delete your personal information

• Opt out of communications at any time

• Disable cookies through your browser

• Contact us to inquire about data practices

 

 

To exercise any of these rights, email our campaign directly.

 

 

 

11. Updates to This Privacy Policy

 

 

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.

The “Last Updated” date at the top will reflect the most recent changes.

Your continued use of the Website indicates acceptance of the updated terms.

 

 

 

12. Contact Us

 

 

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact:

 

Michael Dockery for State Representative

Email: michaeldockeryforga@gmail.com

Website: www.dockeryforga.com