1. Introduction

 

 

Gary Cordery for Governor (“we,” “our,” “us,” or “the Campaign”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit our website, sign up for updates, make a contribution, volunteer, attend events, or communicate with us (including by SMS/text message).

 

By using our website or providing information to the Campaign, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

 

 

 

2. Information We Collect

 

 

We may collect information in the following ways:

 

A. Information you provide to us

 

• Contact information (such as name, email address, mailing address, and phone number) and Donor Information (such as address, employer, and occupation as required by Hawai'i law).

• Volunteer information (such as availability, interests, and skills)

• Event information (such as RSVP and sign-in details)

• Messages you send to us (such as emails, form entries, and other communications)

 

 

B. Contributions and payment information

If you contribute, payment details are processed through secure third-party payment processors. We may receive limited information about your contribution (such as amount, date/time, and confirmation).

 

C. Text messaging (SMS/MMS) information

If you opt in to receive text messages, we may collect and maintain:

 

• Your mobile number

• Your opt-in status and the date/time/method you opted in

• Records of STOP/HELP requests and messaging preferences

• Message delivery and engagement data (e.g., whether a message was delivered)

 

 

D. Website and device information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect standard analytics information such as IP address, browser type, pages viewed, and approximate location derived from IP address.

 

 

 

3. How We Use Information

 

 

We use information we collect to:

 

• Provide requested information, updates, and Campaign communications

• Send email and text message updates you have agreed to receive

• Process contributions and maintain required records

• Coordinate volunteers and events

• Improve our website, communications, and outreach

• Maintain the safety, integrity, and security of our systems and supporters

• Comply with applicable laws, including campaign finance reporting requirements 

 

 

 

 

4. Mobile Information and SMS Consent

 

No mobile information will be shared by us with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes.

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Text messaging originator opt-in data and consent will not be sold, rented, or shared  by us with any third parties for their own purposes.

 

We only send text messages to people who have provided consent to receive them from the Campaign, and you can opt out at any time by replying STOP. For help, reply HELP.

 

 

 

5. How We Disclose Information

 

 

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

 

We may disclose information in limited circumstances, such as:

 

• Legal compliance: if required by law, regulation, subpoena, court order, or to protect rights, safety, and security.

• Campaign operations: to vendors who perform services on our behalf (for example, website hosting, analytics, payment processing, email delivery, and text messaging enablement). These vendors are permitted to use information only to provide services to the Campaign and must protect it.

• Campaign finance reporting: if required by law, certain contributor information may be reported to governmental agencies (such as the Hawai‘i Campaign Spending Commission).

 

 

 

 

6. Use of AI and Automated Tools

 

 

We may use automated tools, including AI-enabled services, to help operate the Campaign efficiently—for example: drafting or summarizing communications, routing messages, improving content, detecting spam/fraud, and analyzing general engagement trends.

 

If you interact with Campaign messaging or features that use automation (including SMS and web contact forms), your communications may be processed by automated systems. We use reasonable measures intended to protect personal information when using these tools.

 

 

 

7. Cookies & Analytics

 

 

We may use cookies or similar technologies for website functionality and analytics. You can adjust your browser settings to limit cookies, but some website features may not function properly.

 

 

 

8. Your Choices

 

 

Email: You can unsubscribe using the link in our emails.

 

Text messages: Reply STOP to opt out. Reply HELP for help.

 

Updating information: You may request updates/corrections by contacting us using the information below.

 

 

 

9. Data Retention

 

 

We retain information for as long as reasonably necessary for Campaign operations, legal compliance (including campaign finance compliance), resolving disputes, and enforcing policies.

 

 

 

10. Security

 

 

We take reasonable steps intended to protect information. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.

 

 

 

11. Links to Other Websites

 

 

Our website may link to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

 

 

 

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

 

 

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted with a revised “Last Updated” date.

 

 

 

13. Contact Us

 

 

Gary Cordery for Governor

99-1191 Iwaena Street, Suite D, Aiea, HI 96701

Email: hello@garycorderyforgovernor.com

Margaret Mejia, Campaign Manager, 808 - 216 - 7416