Privacy Policy

Last Updated: May 7, 2026

1. Introduction

Friends for Jean Xu (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our website and services, including SMS communications, email communications, appointment or event-related communications, and website analytics tools.

By using our services or opting into our communications, you agree to this Privacy Policy and our Terms and Conditions.

2. Information We Collect

a) Contact Information

We may collect your name, email address, phone number, and mailing address when you submit forms, register for events, or otherwise provide it to us.

b) Communications Data

If you opt in, we collect your messaging preferences and maintain records of consent, opt-in, and opt-out activity for SMS and email communications.

c) Usage and Device Information

We may use cookies, pixels, and analytics tools to collect information about how you interact with our website, including IP address, browser type, pages visited, and engagement activity.

d) Appointment and Service Data

If you register for events or engage with campaign services, we may collect related information needed to support those interactions.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

a) Provide campaign updates and requested information

b) Send SMS and email messages you have explicitly consented to receive

c) Share event notifications, volunteer opportunities, and informational communications

d) Improve website performance and user experience

e) Maintain compliance records for consent and opt-outs

f) Protect against fraud, misuse, or security risks

4. SMS & Email Communications

If you opt in, you may receive recurring automated text messages and emails from Friends for Jean Xu.

a) Message frequency varies

b) Message and data rates may apply

c) Reply STOP to opt out of SMS messages

d) Reply HELP for assistance

e) Consent is not a condition of support or participation.

5. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information.

We do not share mobile phone numbers, SMS opt-in data, or consent information with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.

We may share information only in the following limited circumstances:

a) Service Providers

We may share information with trusted vendors who help operate campaign services, such as SMS delivery, email systems, scheduling tools, and analytics providers. These providers may only use information to perform services on our behalf.

b) Legal and Safety

We may disclose information if required by law or to protect the rights, safety, or security of Friends for Jean Xu, our users, or others.

c) Business Transfers

If the campaign is involved in a merger, reorganization, or asset transfer, information may be transferred as part of that process. Any successor will be required to honor this Privacy Policy.

d. Third-Party Sharing

No mobile information, SMS opt-in data, or consent will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers used to support campaign operations, including but not limited to donation processing platforms (such as ActBlue), voter and campaign management systems (such as NGP VAN), SMS/email delivery providers, scheduling tools, and analytics platforms. These providers are only permitted to use information on behalf of the campaign to perform contracted services.

All other use case categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.

6. Your Choices

SMS Opt-Out

You may opt out of SMS messages at any time by replying STOP. You will receive a confirmation message and no further SMS messages unless you opt back in.

SMS Opt-In

By providing your phone number and submitting a form, you explicitly consent to receive recurring automated campaign messages from Friends for Jean Xu. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. Consent is not a condition of purchase.

Email Opt-Out

You may unsubscribe from emails at any time using the link provided in the message.

Access and Correction

You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information, subject to applicable law.

7. Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under 13, and we do not knowingly collect information from children.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted with a revised “Last Updated” date.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact:

Friends for Jean Xu
Phone: 443-715-4587
Email: [email protected]