Privacy Policy
Effective date: September 1, 2025
This Privacy Policy explains how Josh Coyne and Josh Coyne for City Council 2026 (together, “we,” “us,” or “our”) collect, use, disclose, and protect personal information when you visit https://www.electjoshcoyne.com/ (the “Site”), subscribe to updates, or make a contribution. We operate in California and follow applicable federal and California laws for political committees and website operators. By using the Site, you agree to this Privacy Policy.
1. About Us
Our political committee is Josh Coyne for City Council (FPPC ID# 1477664). We operate under the address 374 N Coast Highway 101, Ste 2, Encinitas, CA 92024, and you can reach us by email at info@electjoshcoyne.com or by phone at (619) 786-3025.
This Privacy Policy applies to our website, our email and SMS programs, and the donation processes we operate or control. We provide this notice to explain our practices and to comply with California and federal law.
2. Information We Collect
We collect the following categories of information:
Contact information such as name, email address, postal address, and phone number.
Donation information such as contribution amount, employer and occupation, and billing details. Card data is collected and processed by our payment processor. We do not store full card numbers, CVV, or magnetic stripe data.
Compliance information required by campaign finance laws. For example, employer and occupation or other information needed to verify eligibility to contribute.
Communications such as emails, texts, and messages you send to us, including through forms or chat features if present.
Device and usage information such as IP address, browser type, operating system, pages viewed, referring pages, timestamps, and general location based on IP. We may use cookies, pixels, analytics, and similar technologies, which are provided to us by third parties, to collect this information.
Preference information such as your subscription choices, SMS consent, and cookie settings.
We do not knowingly collect sensitive information beyond what is required for contribution compliance.
3. How We Collect Your Information
We collect your personal information in various ways depending on how you interact with us. Generally, we collect personal information in the following ways:
Directly from you when you subscribe, donate, contact us, RSVP, or otherwise provide information.
Automatically through cookies, pixels, analytics, and similar tools when you use the Site.
From service providers and vendors who support our operations, for example our payment processor, email or SMS platforms, analytics providers, and security vendors.
4. How We Use Your Personal Information
We use information to:
Operate and improve the Site and our programs.
Communicate with you about the candidate, issues, events, volunteer opportunities, and fundraising.
Process and record contributions, including compliance screening and required reporting to regulators.
Maintain security, prevent fraud, and fix problems.
Measure the performance of our outreach and improve supporter experience.
Comply with laws, regulations, subpoenas, lawful requests, and our policies.
5. Disclosure of Your Personal Information
We may disclose information as follows:
Service providers and vendors under contract who process information on our behalf, including payment processing, hosting, email and SMS delivery, analytics, and security. These parties may not use information for their own marketing.
Regulators and the public as required by campaign finance laws. Certain contributor information, such as name, address, employer, occupation, and contribution amount, may be disclosed in public reports filed with the San Diego Ethics Commission. This reporting is required by law.
Legal, safety, and compliance including to protect rights, safety, and property, to respond to lawful requests, or to enforce our policies.
Transfers related to organizational changes within the committee structure where permitted by law.
6. Cookies and Website Tools
We use cookies and similar technologies to operate the Site, remember preferences, measure performance, and, if enabled, to provide outreach and advertising. You can manage cookies through your browser settings.
7. Communication Preferences
Email: You may receive emails after subscribing or donating. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in our emails or by contacting us at info@electjoshcoyne.com. We strive to send clear, relevant messages and we honor opt-out requests promptly.
SMS: We send text messages only with appropriate consent. Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency varies. Reply STOP to end and HELP for help. For SMS support, contact info@electjoshcoyne.com. We maintain records of consent and honor opt-outs promptly.
8. Third-Party Links
The Site may link to third-party sites and services, including social media platforms and the payment processor. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those sites. Their policies govern their practices.
9. Changes to this Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated policy will be posted here with a new effective date. Material changes will be highlighted for a reasonable period.
10. Contact Us
Questions, feedback, or requests can be sent to:
Email: info@electjoshcoyne.com
Mail: 374 N Coast Highway 101, Ste 2, Encinitas, CA 92024
Phone: (619) 786-3025
If you need this policy in an alternative format, please see our Accessibility Statement below or contact us.
Accessibility Statement
Last updated: September 17, 2025
Josh Coyne and the Josh Coyne for City Council 2026] is committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to everyone, including people with disabilities. We aim to meet or exceed the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1. The Site is designed to work with current versions of major browsers and assistive technologies. Some third-party content or integrations may have accessibility limitations. We will advocate for fixes with those providers. If you encounter a barrier or need content in an alternative format, contact us:
Email: info@electjoshcoyne.com
Phone: (619) 786-3025
Mail: 374 N Coast Highway 101, Ste 2, Encinitas, CA 92024
Please include the page URL, a description of the problem, and any assistive technology you used. We will respond within a reasonable time and will work to provide the information you need.