Privacy Policy and SMS Terms

Effective Date: September 23, 2026

Becerra for Governor 2026 (also referred to as “the campaign,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) operates the website www.xavierbecerra2026.com (the “Service”).

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit or interact with our Service, and the choices you have regarding that information. By using the Service, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Definitions

• Service
  The website www.xavierbecerra2026.com operated by Becerra for Governor 2026.
• Personal Data
  Information that identifies or relates to an identifiable individual, such as name, email address, phone number, or mailing address.
• Usage Data
  Information collected automatically about how users interact with the Service.
• Cookies
  Small data files stored on your device that help improve functionality and analytics.
• Service Providers
  Third parties that process data on our behalf to help operate, analyze, or communicate through the Service.
• Messaging Platforms

Third-party platforms that enable users to communicate with us, including but not limited to Facebook Messenger and other services operated by Meta Platforms.

• AI Tools

Automated technologies, including artificial intelligence and machine learning systems, that process user inputs and generate responses.

Information We Collect

Personal Data

We may collect personally identifiable information that you voluntarily provide, including but not limited to:

• First and last name
• Email address
• Phone number (including mobile number for SMS communications)
• Mailing address (city, state, ZIP code)
• Information submitted through forms, petitions, volunteer sign-ups, event RSVPs, or other campaign interactions
• Information you provide when communicating with us through Messaging Platforms or chat interfaces, including the content of messages and any associated identifiers (such as platform usernames or IDs).

We may use this information to communicate with you about campaign updates, volunteer opportunities, events, fundraising, and other election-related matters. You may opt out of these communications at any time using the instructions provided in the messages we send.

Information from Other Sources

We receive contributor information from ActBlue when you contribute through its platform, and we may receive information about you from event, volunteer and organizing platforms you use to interact with the campaign, which we combine with the information described above.

Usage Data

We may automatically collect information about how the Service is accessed and used, including:

• Internet Protocol (IP) address
• Browser type and version
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Device identifiers and diagnostic data

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies to:

• Operate and maintain the Service
• Understand visitor behavior and engagement
• Measure campaign outreach effectiveness
• Improve communications and digital advertising

You can instruct your browser to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are sent. Some portions of the Service may not function properly without cookies.

Messaging Platforms and AI Interactions

We may offer the ability to communicate with the campaign through Messaging Platforms, including services operated by Meta Platforms. If you choose to contact us through these channels, your communications may be received, processed, and responded to using AI Tools and other automated systems.

By interacting with us through Messaging Platforms:

• You understand that your messages may be processed by automated systems to generate responses
• You acknowledge that communications may be reviewed, stored, and analyzed by the campaign and its service providers for purposes including responding to inquiries, improving performance, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws
• You understand that responses generated by AI Tools are for general informational purposes, may not be complete or error-free, and do not constitute legal advice or official policy statements

We recommend that you do not submit sensitive personal information (such as Social Security numbers, financial account information, or other highly sensitive data) through Messaging Platforms.

Your use of Messaging Platforms is also subject to the privacy policies and terms of the platform provider. We do not control how those third parties collect, use, or retain your information.

Use of Information

We use collected information to:

• Operate and maintain the Service
• Communicate campaign-related messages
• Respond to inquiries and requests
• Analyze website traffic and engagement
• Improve campaign outreach and digital communications
• Comply with applicable legal and reporting obligations
• Respond to inquiries submitted through Messaging Platforms, including through AI-assisted or automated responses

Campaign Finance Reporting. California law requires us to collect, and to publicly report to the California Secretary of State, the full name, street address, occupation and employer of each contributor whose cumulative contributions to the campaign total $100 or more, together with the date and amount of each contribution. Reported information becomes part of the public record. We may also be required to collect and disclose Personal Data in connection with audits, inquiries or investigations by regulatory bodies.

Donations and Financial Information

Online contributions are processed by ActBlue, a third-party fundraising and compliance platform. We do not store or process credit card or banking information on our servers. Donation information is handled in accordance with ActBlue’s privacy and security practices.

Retention of Data

We retain Personal Data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

Transfer of Data

The Service and Becerra for Governor 2026 are based in the United States, and the Service is directed to U.S. residents. Your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States. By submitting your information, you consent to this transfer. We take reasonable steps to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

Disclosure of Data

We may disclose Personal Data:

• To comply with legal obligations or lawful government requests
• To protect the rights, safety, or property of the campaign or others
• To trusted service providers who assist in operating the Service
• To Messaging Platforms and technology providers that facilitate communications, including providers of AI Tools and services operated by Meta Platforms
• To the California Democratic Party, allied candidates and committees, and other committees with which we are affiliated or coordinate, for political purposes

We do not sell personal information. Text messaging opt-in data and consent are excluded from each of the disclosures described above and are governed exclusively by the Text Messaging (SMS) section below.

Service Providers and Analytics

We may use third-party service providers to support campaign operations, including website hosting, analytics, advertising, email delivery, SMS communications, Messaging Platforms, and AI Tools. These providers may process Personal Data solely to perform services on our behalf and are required to protect that information.

Behavioral Advertising and Remarketing

We may use cookies and tracking technologies to display campaign advertisements to individuals who have previously visited the Service. You can opt out of interest-based advertising through:

• The Digital Advertising Alliance (www.aboutads.info)
• Platform-specific ad settings (e.g., Google, Meta, X)

Other parties, including the advertising and analytics providers described in this Privacy Policy, may collect information about your online activities over time and across different websites and online services when you use the Service.

California Privacy Rights (CCPA / CPRA)

California residents have the right to:

• Know what personal information we collect and how it is used
• Request deletion of personal information, subject to legal exceptions
• Request information about disclosures of personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate personal information

Requests may be submitted by emailing [email protected]. We will verify your request before responding. We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of these rights.

Do Not Track Signals (CalOPPA)

Our Service does not respond to “Do Not Track” browser signals.

Children’s Privacy

The Service is not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect Personal Data from children. If we become aware that such information has been collected, we will delete it.

Text Messaging (SMS)

If you provide your mobile phone number, you may receive recurring campaign-related text messages from Becerra for Governor 2026 via Prompt.io (the “Program”). Program messages are sent from the telephone number(s) we register for the Program, and you may opt out by replying to any Program message from that number.

• Message and data rates may apply
• Message frequency may vary
• Consent to receive messages is not a condition of making a donation
• Messages may include requests for contributions

You may opt out at any time by replying STOP, END, or UNSUBSCRIBE to any message. You may reply HELP for assistance.

For support, reply HELP to any message or contact us at [email protected] or (202) 552-0221.

Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.

No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. Text messaging originator opt-in data and consent will not be shared with any third parties, excluding aggregators and providers of the text messaging services necessary to deliver messages on our behalf, who may not use that information for their own purposes.

Communications through Messaging Platforms (such as Facebook Messenger) are separate from SMS communications and do not constitute consent to receive text messages. Consent to SMS must be provided independently in accordance with applicable law.

Links to Other Websites

The Service may contain links to third-party websites. This includes Messaging Platforms and social media services, which are governed by their own privacy policies and terms. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.

Changes to This Privacy 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 any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]

Phone: (202) 552-0221