PRIVACY POLICY

Effective Date: April 1, 2026

The United Citizens Party (“UCP,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in how we collect, use, and safeguard your information.

This Privacy Policy explains how we handle your information when you visit our website.

INFORMATION WE COLLECT

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information

When you interact with our website (such as making a donation, signing up, or contacting us), we may collect:

Name
Email address
Mailing address
Phone number
Occupation and employer (for legal compliance)
Payment information (processed securely through third-party providers)

Non-Personal Information

We may automatically collect:

IP address
Browser type
Device information
Pages visited and time spent on the site

HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We use your information to:

Process donations and transactions
Comply with federal, state, and local legal requirements
Communicate updates, events, and opportunities
Improve website functionality and user experience
Respond to inquiries and requests

Donation and Legal Compliance

For contributions, we are required by law to collect and report certain donor information, including name, address, occupation, and employer for contributions exceeding applicable thresholds.

Sharing of Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

We may share information only:

With trusted service providers (e.g., payment processors)
When required by law or regulatory authorities
To protect the rights, safety, and integrity of our organization

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:

Enhance user experience
Analyze website traffic
Improve performance

You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies if you prefer.

Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your personal information.

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services (such as payment processors or analytics tools). These providers have their own privacy policies governing how they handle your information.

Your Choices

You may:

Opt out of receiving communications from us at any time
Request access to or correction of your personal information
Request that we delete your personal data, where applicable

To make a request, contact us using the information below.

Children's Privacy

This website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

Your continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of those changes.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us:

United Citizens Party
PO Box 290160

Columbia, SC 29229
[Insert Email Address]
[Insert Phone Number]