Terms of Service and Privacy Policy

Friends of Kevin Deese
www.kevindeese.com
Paid for by Friends of Kevin Deese

Effective Date: May 5, 2026

Terms of Service

By using www.kevindeese.com, you agree to these Terms of Service.

1. Purpose

This website is operated by Friends of Kevin Deese, a New York State political committee, to share campaign information, accept donations, recruit volunteers, communicate with supporters, and provide campaign-related updates.

2. Use of Website

You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes and not to:

  • Submit false information

  • Interfere with website operations

  • Attempt unauthorized access

  • Use this website for fraudulent or unlawful activity

3. Donations

Donations made through this website are processed securely by ActBlue. By donating, you confirm that your contribution complies with all applicable federal, state, and local election laws, including New York State campaign finance laws. Contributions are not tax deductible.

4. SMS and Email Communications

By providing your phone number or email address, you consent to receive campaign-related calls, text messages, and emails from Friends of Kevin Deese. Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency may vary. You may opt out of text messages at any time by replying STOP and may unsubscribe from emails using the unsubscribe link provided.

5. Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, and campaign materials, is owned by Friends of Kevin Deese unless otherwise noted and may not be copied or reused without permission.

6. Third-Party Services

This website may use trusted third-party platforms such as ActBlue for donations. Friends of Kevin Deese is not responsible for third-party platform policies or practices.

7. No Warranty

This website and its content are provided “as is” without warranties of any kind.

8. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of New York.

9. Contact

Friends of Kevin Deese
PO Box 356
Buffalo, NY 14202
info@kevindeese.com

Privacy Policy

Friends of Kevin Deese respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect:

  • Name

  • Mailing address

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Donation information

  • Volunteer information

  • Voter contact form submissions

  • SMS opt-in consent

2. How We Use Information

We use your information to:

  • Process donations

  • Communicate campaign updates

  • Send newsletters

  • Send text messages

  • Organize volunteer efforts

  • Respond to inquiries

  • Comply with election law and legal obligations

3. SMS Privacy Disclosure

No mobile information will be shared by us with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. Text messaging originator opt-in data and consent will not be shared with any third parties unless required by law. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.

4. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share information only:

  • With service providers necessary to operate campaign functions (such as ActBlue)

  • When required by law

  • For campaign finance compliance and reporting

5. Children’s Privacy

This website is not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

6. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information but cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. External Links

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

8. Your Choices

You may:

  • Opt out of text messages by replying STOP

  • Unsubscribe from emails via unsubscribe links

  • Contact us to update or request removal of your information where legally permitted

9. Changes to This Policy

Friends of Kevin Deese may update these policies from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

10. Contact Us

Friends of Kevin Deese
PO Box 356
Buffalo, NY 14202
info@kevindeese.com

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