1. Introduction

Aminath Hamzoona ("Hammu," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our campaign website.

This website is operated for the purpose of providing information about Hamzoona's candidacy for the Feydhoo-Magudhoo ward council and engaging with the community.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing or using our website, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

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2. Information We Collect

We collect information in two ways:

a) Information You Provide Voluntarily

You may choose to provide personal information when you:

• Contact us through the website (email, phone, or contact form)

• Sign up for campaign updates or newsletters

• Volunteer or offer support

• Submit questions, comments, or suggestions

• Request information about the campaign

The information you provide may include:

• Your name

• Your contact information (email address, phone number)

• Your ward or area of residence

• Any other information you choose to share with us

b) Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, certain information may be collected automatically, including:

• Your IP address

• Browser type and version

• Operating system

• Pages you visit and time spent on each page

• Referring website addresses

• Date and time of your visit

This information helps us understand how visitors use our site and improve your experience.

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3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To communicate with you — responding to your questions, comments, or requests

• To provide campaign updates — sharing news, events, and information about Hamzoona's campaign (only if you have opted in)

• To improve our website — understanding how visitors use the site and making it better

• To coordinate volunteer efforts — if you offer to volunteer or support the campaign

• To comply with legal obligations — as required by applicable laws and regulations

We will never sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

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4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Compliance)

If you are accessing our website from the European Union, we process your personal information based on the following legal grounds:

• Consent: When you voluntarily provide information and agree to receive communications

• Legitimate interests: To operate and improve our website and campaign activities

• Legal obligations: To comply with applicable laws

You have the right to withdraw consent at any time.

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5. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to others. We may share information only in the following limited circumstances:

• With volunteers and campaign staff — strictly on a need-to-know basis to respond to your inquiries or coordinate campaign activities

• To comply with the law — when required by applicable law, legal process, or government request

• To protect rights and safety — when necessary to protect the rights, property, or personal safety of the campaign, its visitors, or the public

Any sharing of information will be done in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable laws.

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6. Data Security

We take reasonable precautions to protect your personal information from loss, misuse, unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, please understand that:

• No method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure

• We cannot guarantee absolute security of your information

• You share information at your own risk

We encourage you to use strong passwords and keep your own devices secure.

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7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including:

• To respond to your inquiries

• To provide campaign updates (if you have opted in)

• To comply with legal obligations

• To resolve disputes

When information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

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8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: You may request a copy of the information we hold about you

• Correction: You may request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information

• Deletion: You may request that we delete your personal information (subject to legal obligations)

• Opt-out: You may unsubscribe from campaign communications at any time

• Withdraw consent: Where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw it at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information in Section 13.

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9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us:

• Recognize your browser or device

• Remember your preferences

• Understand how you use our site

• Improve website functionality

You can set your browser to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. However, some parts of the website may not function properly without cookies.

Types of cookies we may use:

• Essential cookies: Required for basic website functionality

• Analytics cookies: Help us understand visitor behavior (e.g., Google Analytics)

• Preference cookies: Remember your settings and choices

We do not use cookies for targeted advertising.

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10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites, including social media platforms. This Privacy Policy applies only to our website. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.

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11. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will take steps to delete such information.

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12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or campaign activities. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.