Privacy Policy

Overview

The Common Defense Project LLC ("we," "us," "our," "Organization") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, subscribe to our newsletter, or interact with our advocacy organization.

Our Mission: We are a nonpartisan advocacy organization dedicated to defending the Second Amendment rights of all Americans, regardless of political affiliation.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

Information Collected Automatically

Website Analytics

We use privacy-focused analytics to understand website usage:

• IP address (anonymized)
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Pages visited and time spent
• Referring website (if applicable)
• General geographic location (city/state level)

Cookies and Tracking

We use minimal cookies for:

• Essential functions: Session management, security
• Analytics: Website improvement (anonymized)
• No advertising tracking: We do not use advertising cookies

How We Use Your Information

Primary Uses

Newsletter and Communications

• Newsletter delivery via Buttondown
• Important organizational updates
• Action alerts for advocacy campaigns
• Event announcements and educational content
• Membership communications (if applicable)

Advocacy and Organizing

• Grassroots mobilization for Second Amendment issues
• Policy advocacy communications
• Local chapter organization (with consent)
• Volunteer coordination for events and campaigns

Donation Processing

• Payment processing through secure third-party services
• Donation acknowledgments and receipts
• Annual giving summaries for tax purposes
• Donor stewardship communications (with consent)

Legal and Compliance

• Tax reporting as required by law
• Legal defense of our advocacy work
• Compliance with nonprofit regulations
• Protection against fraud or misuse

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We Do NOT Share Your Information With:

• Commercial data brokers or marketing companies
• Political parties or partisan organizations
• Government agencies (except as legally required)
• Other advocacy organizations (without explicit consent)
• Advertising networks or social media companies for targeting

Limited Sharing for Operations

We share information only with trusted service providers who help us operate:

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information only when:

• Required by law (court order, subpoena)
• Necessary to protect our legal rights
• Emergency situations involving immediate harm
• Tax reporting requirements for donations

Data Security and Protection

Technical Safeguards

Website Security

• HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
• Secure hosting with Vercel's infrastructure
• Regular security updates and monitoring
• Access controls limiting staff access to data

Email Security

• ProtonMail encryption for sensitive communications
• Buttondown security for newsletter management
• No plain text storage of sensitive information
• Regular backup and recovery procedures

Payment Security

• PCI DSS compliance through payment processors
• No storage of complete credit card information
• Tokenization of payment data
• Fraud monitoring and detection

Organizational Safeguards

Staff Training

• Privacy training for all staff and volunteers
• Access controls based on role requirements
• Confidentiality agreements for all personnel
• Regular security awareness updates

Data Governance

• Data minimization: Collect only necessary information
• Regular review: Periodic assessment of data practices
• Retention limits: Delete data when no longer needed
• Incident response: Procedures for security breaches

Your Privacy Rights and Choices

Email Communications

Subscription Management

• Unsubscribe anytime via email links
• Update preferences for frequency and topics
• Pause subscriptions temporarily
• Resubscribe easily if desired

Communication Types

You can choose to receive:

• Newsletter only (general updates)
• Action alerts (time-sensitive advocacy)
• Event notifications (local and national)
• None (complete opt-out)

Data Access and Control

How to Exercise Rights:

• Email: privacy@commondefenseproject.org
• Subject: Privacy Rights Request
• Information: Specify your request clearly
• Verification: We may need to verify your identity
• Timeline: Response within 30 days

Donation Privacy

Anonymous Donations

• Option available for all donation levels
• No public disclosure of donor information
• Aggregate reporting only (required by law)
• Internal records maintained securely

Donor Recognition

• Opt-in basis only for public recognition
• Multiple options: Name, initials, or anonymous
• Easy updates to recognition preferences
• Removal available at any time

Data Retention

State-Specific Information

New Mexico Residents

Your rights under New Mexico law include:

• Data breach notification within required timeframes
• Consumer protection against unfair data practices
• Access to information held about you
• Correction of inaccurate information

California Residents (CCPA)

If you're a California resident:

• Right to know: What personal information we collect
• Right to delete: Request deletion of personal information
• Right to opt-out: Opt out of sale (we don't sell)
• Non-discrimination: No discrimination for exercising rights

Other State Laws

We comply with privacy laws in all states where our supporters reside.

Contact Information

This Privacy Policy represents our commitment to protecting your privacy while advancing our mission to defend Second Amendment rights for all Americans. We encourage you to contact us with any questions or concerns.

The Common Defense Project LLC
A nonpartisan advocate for constitutional rights