Privacy Policy
Your privacy matters. Learn how we protect your data and give you control over your information.
Last updated: January 15, 2025
Your Privacy Controls
Your Privacy Matters
We believe in transparent, user-controlled data practices. This policy explains what data we collect, why we collect it, and how you can control it.
Our Commitment
We never sell your data, we don't track you across other websites, and you have complete control over what information you share.
What Data We Collect
Essential Data (Required for Platform Function)
- • Account Information: Email, username, password (encrypted)
- • Voting Records: Your poll votes and preferences (anonymous)
- • Representative Data: Your elected officials and districts
Analytics Data (Optional - You Control This)
- • Usage Patterns: Which pages you visit and how you navigate
- • Performance Data: How fast pages load and any errors
- • Device Information: Browser type and device for accessibility
- • Geographic Location: Your state/region for representative accuracy
You can opt out of analytics data collection at any time in your account settings.
Privacy Data (For Your Rights)
- • Consent Records: What you've agreed to share
- • Data Requests: When you ask for your data or deletion
- • Audit Logs: Security and access records
Why We Collect This Data
For Democracy & Election Integrity
- • Prevent Bot Manipulation: Stop automated attacks on polls
- • Ensure Fair Representation: Verify geographic distribution
- • Maintain Trust: Protect the integrity of democratic processes
For Better User Experience
- • Improve Navigation: Make the platform easier to use
- • Fix Performance Issues: Speed up slow pages
- • Enhance Accessibility: Support users with different needs
Your Control & Rights
Granular Consent
You can choose exactly what data to share:
Your Rights (GDPR/CCPA Compliant)
Data Protection Measures
Security
- • Encryption at rest and in transit
- • Row Level Security (RLS) policies
- • Access controls and authentication
- • Regular security audits
Data Minimization
- • Only collect what we need
- • Data used only for stated purposes
- • Automatic deletion after specified periods
- • No cross-site tracking
Your Privacy Controls
- • Opt-out anytime
- • Download your data
- • Complete account deletion
- • Anonymous usage options
Data Retention
How Long We Keep Data
Contact Us
Privacy Questions
Response Times
Your Trust Matters
We're committed to protecting your privacy while enabling democratic participation. This platform only works if users trust it with their data and their votes.
Our Commitments
- • Transparency: Clear, honest communication
- • Control: You decide what data to share
- • Security: Strong protection for your information
- • Rights: Easy access to your privacy rights
Questions or Concerns?
We're here to help. Contact us anytime with privacy questions or concerns. Your privacy and trust are essential to our mission of improving democracy.