Federal Workers Alliance for Democracy Privacy Policy

Effective Date: March 17th, 2025

Federal Workers Alliance for Democracy (”we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information you provide when you visit our website, sign up for communications, or engage with our programs.

By using our website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain non-personal information, including:

• IP address

• Browser type and operating system

• Date and time of your visit

• Pages viewed and interactions on our site

This information helps us improve website performance and user experience and does not personally identify you.

Information You Voluntarily Provide

We collect personal information only when you choose to provide it. This may include:

• Name

• Email address

• Phone number (including mobile number for SMS communications)

• Mailing address

• Organization or employer (if applicable)

You may provide this information when you:

• Sign up for email or text updates

• Fill out forms or petitions

• Request resources or support

• Donate or engage with Federal Workers Alliance For Democracy programs

Providing this information constitutes your consent for us to use it for the stated purpose.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Send email updates, newsletters, and organizational announcements

• Send SMS/text messages (if you opt in)

• Provide resources, training, and support to federal workers

• Respond to inquiries and requests

• Improve our communications, programs, and outreach

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

3. SMS/Text Messaging

By providing your phone number and opting in, you consent to receive SMS/text messages from FWAD.

• Message frequency may vary

• Message and data rates may apply

• You can opt out at any time by replying STOP

We will never share or sell your phone number to third parties for marketing purposes.

4. Sharing of Information

We do not share your personal information except:

• With trusted service providers who help us operate our website or communications (e.g., email/SMS platforms)

• When required by law or to protect legal rights

Any partners we work with are required to protect your information.

5. Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. Access to personal data is limited to authorized personnel only.

6. Your Choices and Rights

You have the right to:

• Opt out of email communications by clicking “unsubscribe” in any email

• Opt out of text messages at any time by replying STOP

• Request access to or deletion of your personal information (where applicable)

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. FWAD is not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. We encourage you to review their policies.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

9. Updates to This Policy

FWAD may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is used, please contact us via the contact section on our page.