Effective Date: March 4, 2026

Protect California Schools (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your information.

Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including but not limited to:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• City and ZIP code

We may also automatically collect certain information when you visit our website, such as:

• IP address
• Browser type
• Device information
• Pages visited and interactions with the site

This information may be collected through cookies, pixels, and similar technologies to help us understand how the website is used and improve our outreach.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information you provide to:

• Communicate with you about the Retirement & Personal Savings Protection Act
• Send email and text updates, alerts, and campaign-related information
• Respond to inquiries and requests
• Improve our website, outreach, and messaging
• Comply with applicable laws and regulations

We do not sell your personal information.

Text Messaging (SMS)

If you opt in to receive text messages, you consent to receive recurring autodialed campaign and donation messages from the campaign at the phone number you provide. Message frequency may vary. Message and data rates may apply.

You may opt out at any time by replying STOP. For help, reply HELP.

Consent to receive messages is not required as a condition of any purchase or donation.

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.

Advertising & Digital Outreach

We may use digital advertising tools, including cookies, pixels, and similar technologies provided by platforms such as Meta, Google, and other advertising partners, to deliver relevant messages and measure the effectiveness of our outreach.

This may include showing ads to individuals who have visited our website or engaged with our content. These tools may collect information such as IP address, browser type, device information, or interactions with our website. We do not receive or control how third-party platforms use data collected through their tools beyond our campaigns.

You can manage or opt out of interest-based advertising through your device or browser settings, or through the advertising preferences of the platforms you use.

Sharing of Information

We may share your information with trusted vendors and service providers who assist us with website hosting, analytics, communications, data management, and compliance. These parties are required to protect your information and use it only for authorized purposes.

We may also disclose information if required by law or to protect the rights, safety, or integrity of our organization or others.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to analyze traffic and improve user experience. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, though some features of the site may not function properly.

Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your California Privacy Rights

California residents may have rights under applicable state laws regarding their personal information. To request information about our data practices or your information, please contact us using the information below.

External Links

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

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at info@protectcaliforniaschools.org