Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to BrevardBallot.com. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, use our mobile applications (including the BrevardBallot Candidate App), and use our services.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you register as a voter or candidate, we may collect:

• Name, email address, and contact information
• Voter registration details (as applicable under Florida law)
• Username and password for account access
• Profile information and preferences

Campaign and Financial Information

For candidates using our campaign tools, we may collect:

• Campaign finance records and donation information
• Event and calendar data
• Donor contact information
• Campaign communication preferences

Technical Information

We automatically collect certain information when you visit our website or use our mobile apps:

• IP address and browser type
• Device information and operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on our site
• Referral source and navigation patterns

Mobile App Information

When you use our mobile applications, we may additionally collect:

• Precise Location Data: With your permission, we collect GPS location data to power canvassing map features and sign placement tracking. Location data is only collected while using these features and is not tracked in the background.
• Canvassing Activity: Addresses visited, contact results, voter support levels, and field notes entered during door-to-door canvassing
• In-App Messages: Messages exchanged between campaign team members within the app
• Sign Placement Data: Locations, conditions, and photos of campaign signs

Our mobile apps store authentication tokens securely on your device using encrypted storage. Cached data (such as dashboard information) is stored locally to improve performance.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and maintain our services
• Verify voter registration and eligibility
• Enable candidate campaign management tools
• Process and track campaign donations
• Send important notifications and updates
• Improve our website and user experience
• Comply with legal obligations and election laws
• Prevent fraud and ensure platform security

How We Protect Your Information

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encrypted data transmission using SSL/TLS
• Secure password hashing and storage
• Regular security audits and updates
• Access controls and authentication systems
• Secure database management practices

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We Will Never Sell Your Data

We will never sell your private data to third parties. Your personal information is not a commodity, and we are committed to keeping it confidential and secure.

When We May Share Information

We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:

• Legal Compliance: When required by law, court order, or government regulation
• Public Records: Certain campaign finance information may be publicly disclosed as required by Florida election law
• Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist in operating our website and mobile apps (e.g., hosting, email services, mapping and geocoding services such as Mapbox), under strict confidentiality agreements
• With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share specific information

Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time
• Data Portability: Request your data in a structured, machine-readable format

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section below.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and improve site functionality. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

Children's Privacy

Our services are intended for users who are 18 years of age or older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

Florida-Specific Considerations

As a platform serving Brevard County, Florida, we comply with Florida's election laws and public records requirements. Certain campaign finance information may be subject to public disclosure under Florida Statutes Chapter 106.

Mobile App Data Retention

Data collected through our mobile applications is retained on our servers for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide campaign services. Locally cached data on your device can be cleared by logging out of the app or uninstalling it. Location data is associated with your canvassing records and retained as part of your campaign data.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or platform features. When we make material changes, we will provide notice on the website or by other reasonable means. Your continued use of our services after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

• Email: Via our Contact Us form
• Website: BrevardBallot.com

We will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable timeframe and work to address any concerns you may have.