Privacy Policy

Last Updated: August 7, 2025


The Republican Party of Shelby County (“ShelbyGOP,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) operates ShelbyGOP.org (the “Website”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding the collection, use, disclosure, and protection of information you provide when using our Website or interacting with us.


By accessing or using ShelbyGOP.org, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Website or provide us with your personal information.


1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information when you interact with ShelbyGOP.org or our services:

a. Personal Information

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, mailing address, phone number, or other details you provide when you sign up for newsletters, RSVP for events, make donations, volunteer, or contact us.
  • Donation Information: If you make a donation, we may collect payment information (e.g., credit card details) through our third-party payment processors, as well as information required for campaign finance compliance (e.g., employer and occupation).
  • Account Information: If you create an account on our website, we may collect your username, password, and other account-related details.

b. Non-Personal Information

  • Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our website, such as IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and time spent on the Website.
  • Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze Website performance, and deliver personalized content. See Section 6 for details.

c. User-Generated Content
Comments, feedback, or other content you submit through forms, forums, or social media interactions linked to our website.


2. How We Collect Information
We collect information in the following ways:

  • Directly from You: When you fill out forms, subscribe to newsletters, RSVP for events, make donations, or contact us.
  • Automatically: Through cookies, analytics tools, and other tracking technologies as you navigate our website.
  • From Third Parties: From third-party service providers (e.g., payment processors, analytics platforms) or public sources, such as voter registration data, where permitted by law.

3. How We Use Your Information
We may use your information for the following purposes:

  • To communicate with you, including sending newsletters, event invitations, or updates about Shelby GOP activities.
  • To process donations and comply with campaign finance laws (e.g., reporting donor information to the Federal Election Commission or Tennessee election authorities).
  • To organize events, volunteer activities, or voter outreach efforts.
  • To improve our website, services, and user experience through analytics and performance tracking.
  • To personalize content, such as tailoring communications based on your interests or location.
  • To respond to your inquiries or provide customer support.
  • To comply with legal obligations, such as election laws, tax regulations, or data protection requirements.
  • To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users or the public.

4. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: With third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf, such as payment processors, email marketing platforms, or analytics providers, under strict confidentiality agreements.
  • Campaign Finance Compliance: Donor information (e.g., name, address, employer, occupation) may be disclosed to comply with federal or state election laws.
  • Political Partners: With other Republican-affiliated organizations, candidates, or campaigns for joint events, voter outreach, or advocacy, where permitted by law and with your consent when required.
  • Legal Obligations: To comply with court orders, subpoenas, or other legal processes, or to protect our rights, property, or safety.
  • Aggregated or Anonymized Data: We may share non-identifiable, aggregated data (e.g., Website traffic statistics) with third parties for analytics or reporting.

5. Your Choices and Rights
You have certain rights and choices regarding your personal information:

  • Opt-Out of Communications: You may unsubscribe from our emails by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any email or contacting us directly. Note that you may still receive transactional or legally required communications (e.g., donation receipts).
  • Cookies: You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect Website functionality.
  • Access or Correct Information: You may request access to or correction of your personal information by contacting us, subject to verification and legal limitations.
  • Do Not Track: Our website does not currently respond to “Do Not Track” signals, as there is no universal standard for such signals.


6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and analyze Website usage. Cookies may include:

  • Essential Cookies: Necessary for Website functionality (e.g., maintaining your session).
  • Analytics Cookies: To track Website performance and user behavior (e.g., via Google Analytics).
  • Marketing Cookies: To deliver personalized content or ads.
    You can control cookies through your browser settings or by opting out of certain tracking tools.


7. Data Security
We implement reasonable physical, technical, and administrative measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data. You provide information at your own risk.


8. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law (e.g., campaign finance records). When information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.


9. Third-Party Links
ShelbyGOP.org may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third parties. Please review their privacy policies before providing personal information.


10. Children’s Privacy
ShelbyGOP.org is not intended for individuals under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us to have it removed.


11. International Users
ShelbyGOP.org is operated in the United States and governed by U.S. law. If you access the Website from outside the U.S., your information may be transferred to and processed in the U.S., where data protection laws may differ. By using the Website, you consent to this transfer.


12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of the Website after changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.


13. Contact Information
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

Republican Party of Shelby County

1661 Aaron Brenner Dr.
Memphis, TN 38120-1466
Email: hq@shelbygop.org
Phone: 901-677-8088

14. Governing Law
This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the State of Tennessee, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from this policy shall be resolved in the state or federal courts located in Shelby County, Tennessee.