OVERVIEW 

Last update: October 22, 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how information about you is collected, used, and disclosed by Lone Star Accountability Project (“us”). This Privacy Policy applies to information we collect when you use our websites, mobile sites, mobile applications, and other online services that link to this Privacy Policy (collectively, “our Sites”) or when you otherwise interact with us.

We may change this Privacy Policy from time to time. If we make changes, we will notify you by revising the date at the top of the policy and, in some cases, we may provide you with additional notice (such as adding a statement to our homepage or sending you an email notification). We encourage you to review the Privacy Policy whenever you access the Sites to stay informed about our information practices and how you can help protect your privacy.

COLLECTION OF INFORMATION

Information You Provide to Us

We collect information you provide directly to us. For example, we collect information when you fill out a form, make a donation, send us an email, sign up to receive email updates, sign a petition, sign up as a volunteer, create an account, schedule an event, participate in a contest or promotion, make a purchase or donation, communicate with us via third-party social media sites, request information, or otherwise communicate with us. The types of information we may collect include your name, email address, postal address, phone number, mobile number, credit card information, and other contact or identifying information you choose to provide.

By requesting information to your mobile phone, we may obtain the following information from you in connection with our SMS service: your cell phone number, your carrier’s name and the date, time and content of your messages, as well as other information that you provide. We will use such information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect Automatically When You Use the Sites

When you access or use our Sites, we may automatically collect information about you, including:

• Log Information: We may log details about your use of the Sites, such as browser type, access times, pages viewed, IP address, and the page you visited before navigating to our Sites.
• Device Information: We may collect details about the computer or mobile device you use to access our Sites, including the hardware model, operating system and version, unique device identifiers, and mobile network information.
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to gather information. Cookies are small data files stored on your device to enhance site functionality, analyze site usage, and customize your experience. Web beacons may also be used to track email interactions and website usage. If Cookies are used, you will have an opportunity to manage them in the “Your Choices” section below.

Information We Collect From Other Sources

We may also obtain information from other sources and combine it with the information we collect through our Sites. For example, if you create or log into your account through a social media site, we may access certain information from that site, such as your name and account details, consistent with the authorization procedures of the social media platform.

Use of Information

We may use information about you to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our Sites;
• Deliver information you request, process transactions, and send related details, such as confirmations and invoices;
• Communicate updates, technical notices, and security alerts;
• Respond to your inquiries and provide customer service;
• Send newsletters and information about issues, events, promotions, or services that may interest you;
• Connect you with other supporters and solicit volunteers;
• Monitor and analyze trends and usage to improve the Sites;
• Personalize content and deliver targeted advertisements;
• Process contest entries and rewards;
• Combine information from other sources to enhance your experience; and
• Fulfill any other purpose for which the information was provided.

By accessing or using the Sites, or providing information to us, you consent to the processing and transfer of information within the United States and other countries with potentially different privacy laws.

Sharing of Information

We may share your information as follows:

• With vendors and service providers who perform services on our behalf;
• To comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes;
• To enforce our policies or protect our rights and safety and the rights and safety of others;
• As part of organizational changes, such as mergers or asset transfers; and
• With your consent or as otherwise disclosed to you.
• Aggregated or anonymized information that does not directly identify you may also be shared.

Social Sharing Features

The Sites may include social sharing features, such as the ability to share content via Facebook or X. Please review the privacy policies of these platforms to understand how they manage your data.

YOUR PRIVACY RIGHTS

Texas Residents are provided with rights to: 

• Confirm whether we process their personal information.
• Access personal information we have collected about them.
• Delete personal information.
• Receive a copy of their personal information in a portable and, to the extent technically feasible, readily usable format. 
• Opt-out of personal data sales or processing for targeted advertising.

VISITING THE SITE FROM OUTSIDE OF THE UNITED STATES

This website does not intend to target any users outside the state of Texas. This website does not intend to target any users who are residents of the European Union, nor does it intend to provide any goods or services to any users who are residents of the European Union. If you are visiting the Site from outside of Texas, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, or processed in Texas, United States, where our servers are located and our central database is operated. The data protection and other laws of the United States and other countries might not be as comprehensive as those in your country, but please be assured that we take steps to protect your privacy. By using the Site, you understand that your information may be transferred to our facilities and those third parties with whom we share it as described in this Privacy Policy. 

Advertising and Analytics

We may work with third parties to provide analytics and advertising services. These parties may use cookies and similar technologies to gather information about your use of the Sites and other online activities. This information helps us and our partners deliver targeted advertisements and analyze campaign effectiveness.

You can opt out of interest-based advertising by visiting https://thenai.org/how-to-opt-out/ or www.aboutads.info/choices.

Security

We implement reasonable measures to safeguard your information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, and alteration.

Your Choices

Cookies: Most browsers allow you to manage cookies through their settings. Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the Sites.

Promotional Communications: You can opt out of promotional communications by following the instructions in those emails or contacting us directly. Note that even if you opt out, we may still send essential messages related to transactions or account use.

OPT OUT

Overview: We may use non-personally identifiable information to provide more relevant content. If you’d like to stop the Site from collecting certain types of information that provide more tailored online ads and messages to you, please contact us using the Contact form on this website.

GOVERNING LAW

This privacy policy and any legal action to enforce this policy are governed exclusively by the laws of the State of Texas. By using this site, you agree to be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts of the State of Texas.

Thank you for trusting us with your information. If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us using the Contact form on this website.

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.

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This Privacy Policy is effective with respect to all data that we have collected since the date we started collecting data, which was October 22, 2025.