Privacy Policy

ACEIT – Anoka County Election Integrity Team

Last Updated: 8/1/2026

ACEIT – Anoka County Election Integrity Team (“ACEIT,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) operates the website located at https://aceit.vote (the “Website”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information when you visit or use the Website.

By using the Website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Website.

1. Purpose of the Website and This Policy

This Website is being provided for public information and transparency purposes and is not a suggestion that anyone legally eligible to vote should refrain from voting or participating in the election process. The purpose of this information is to evaluate publicly available records and seek clear answers from elected officials on matters of election administration and public accountability.

This Website and all materials on it do not constitute legal or professional advice. ACEIT assumes no liability for any use or reliance on the information provided.

2. Information We Collect

A. Information You Voluntarily Provide

We may collect personal information you choose to give us, such as:

• Name

• Email address

• Phone number

• City or organization

• Any other information you submit through contact forms, newsletter sign-ups, or comments

You are not required to provide this information. If you choose not to, some features (such as contacting us or receiving updates) may be unavailable.

B. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit the Website, we may automatically collect certain technical information (“Device Information”), including:

• IP address

• Browser type and version

• Device type

• Operating system

• Referring website or search terms

• Pages viewed and time spent on the Website

• Date and time of visits

• Cookie and similar technology data

This information is used primarily for security, fraud prevention, and aggregated statistical purposes.

C. Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use necessary cookies to operate the Website. Optional cookies may be used for analytics. You can control optional cookies through your browser settings. Third-party services embedded on the Website (for example, video players) may set their own cookies under their own privacy policies. ACEIT is not responsible for third-party cookies or tracking.

3. How We Use Information

We use the information we collect only as needed to:

• Operate, maintain, and improve the Website

• Respond to inquiries and provide requested information

• Send updates or newsletters if you have opted in

• Detect, prevent, and address security issues, abuse, or technical problems

• Comply with legal obligations

• Protect the rights, property, and safety of ACEIT, our users, and the public

• Establish, exercise, or defend legal claims

We do not sell personal information.

4. Legal Bases for Processing (where applicable)

Where required by law (including for individuals in the European Economic Area), we process personal data on the following bases:

• Your consent (where you have given it)

• Our legitimate interests in operating the Website, ensuring security, and pursuing transparency and public information purposes

• Compliance with legal obligations

5. How We Share Information

We do not sell or rent personal information. We may share information only in the following limited circumstances:

• With service providers who assist us in operating the Website (under contracts that require them to protect the data)

• When required by law, subpoena, court order, or governmental request

• To protect the rights, property, or safety of ACEIT, our users, or others

• In connection with a merger, reorganization, or transfer of assets (if applicable)

• With your consent or at your direction

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, or as required by law. Device Information used for analytics is generally retained in aggregated or anonymized form.

7. Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information under our control. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of any information.

8. Your Rights and Choices

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

• The right to access the personal information we hold about you

• The right to correct inaccurate information

• The right to request deletion of your information (subject to legal exceptions)

• The right to restrict or object to certain processing

• The right to data portability (where applicable)

• The right to withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at aceit@aceit.vote. We will respond in accordance with applicable law. We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling a request.

You may also unsubscribe from any newsletter or marketing emails by following the instructions in those emails.

9. Children’s Privacy

The Website is not directed to children under 13 (or under 16 in certain jurisdictions). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it.

10. Third-Party Websites

The Website may contain links to third-party websites. We have no control over and are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

11. International Data Transfers

If you are located outside the United States, please be aware that information we collect may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States or other countries. By using the Website, you consent to such transfers.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of the Website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise any rights regarding your personal information, please contact us at:

Email: aceit@aceit.vote