Privacy Policy — Laura Lothian 4 Mayor

Last updated: August 27, 2026

Laura Lothian for La Mesa Mayor 2026 (“the Campaign,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information obtained through this website and our campaign communications.

Information We Collect

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide, including your name, email address, telephone number, mailing address, message, volunteer interests, and other information submitted through our forms.

We may also automatically collect limited technical information when you visit our website, such as your browser type, device type, IP address, referring pages, and website activity. Our website and service providers may use cookies or similar technologies for basic functionality, analytics, security, and performance.

How We Use Information

We may use your information to:

Respond to questions and requests;
Send campaign news, event information, volunteer opportunities, election reminders, fundraising communications, and other campaign updates;
Operate, maintain, secure, and improve our website and campaign activities;
Maintain records of communications and consent;
Comply with applicable laws and campaign-reporting obligations.

Text Messaging

Text Messaging Opt-In Data: We will not share or sell your text messaging opt-in data, consent, or related personal information with any third parties, unless required by law.

If you voluntarily opt in, the Campaign may send recurring campaign text messages to the mobile number you provide. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. Reply STOP to unsubscribe or HELP for help.

Text-message consent is optional and is not a condition of making a contribution, purchasing anything, volunteering, or submitting a general inquiry.

Mobile information, including telephone numbers, text-messaging originator opt-in data, and consent, will not be sold or shared with third parties or affiliates for their marketing or promotional purposes.

We may provide information to service providers working on our behalf when necessary to operate the messaging program, deliver messages, maintain security, or provide customer support. Those providers may use the information only to perform services for the Campaign and may not use it for their own marketing.

Other Information Sharing

We may disclose information to vendors that help operate our website and campaign, when required by law, to satisfy campaign-finance reporting obligations, to protect rights or safety, or in connection with the conclusion or transfer of campaign operations. We do not sell personal information.

Data Security and Retention

We use reasonable administrative and technical safeguards designed to protect personal information. No method of internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure.

We retain information for as long as reasonably necessary for campaign operations, legal compliance, recordkeeping, dispute resolution, and enforcement of agreements.

Your Choices

You may opt out of campaign text messages at any time by replying STOP. You may unsubscribe from campaign emails using the unsubscribe link in an email or by contacting us.

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, although some website features may not function properly afterward.

Children’s Privacy

This website is not intended to knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

For privacy questions or requests, contact:

Laura Lothian for La Mesa Mayor 2026
Email: laura@lauralothian4mayor.com
Phone: 619.380.4941
Mailing address: Laura Lothian for La Mesa Mayor, 260 Buena Creek Rd, San Marcos, CA 92069