Privacy Policy
Revised: March 19, 2026
Thank you for interacting with David Amburn for Knox County Sheriff ("we", "us", or "our").
We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. If you have
any questions or concerns about our policy, or our practices regarding your personal
information, please contact us at amburnforsheriff@gmail.com.
When you visit our website https://amburnforsheriff.com and use our services, you trust us
with your personal information. We take your privacy very seriously. In this privacy policy, we
explain what information we collect, how we use it, and what rights you have in relation to it. If
there are any terms in this privacy policy that you do not agree with, please discontinue use of
our Sites and services.
This privacy policy applies to all information collected through our website
https://amburnforsheriff.com and/or any related services, sales, marketing, or events
(collectively, the "Services").
Please read this privacy policy carefully, as it will help you make informed decisions about
providing your personal information to us.
1. WHAT INFORMATION DO WE COLLECT?
Personal information you disclose to us
In Short: We collect personal information that you provide to us—such as name, address,
contact information, passwords/security data, and payment information.
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you request information about
us or our products and services, participate in activities on the Services, or otherwise contact
us. The personal information we collect depends on how you interact with us and the Services.
It can include:
● Publicly Available Personal Information. We may collect first name, last name, phone
numbers, email addresses, current and former addresses, and other similar data.
● Credentials. We collect passwords, password hints, and similar security information for
authentication and account access.
All personal information that you provide must be true, complete, and accurate, and you must
notify us of any changes.
Information automatically collected
In Short: Some information—such as IP address and/or browser/device characteristics—is
collected automatically when you visit our Services.
We automatically collect certain information when you visit, use, or navigate the Services. This
information does not reveal your specific identity (like your name or contact details), but may
include device and usage information (e.g., IP address, browser/device characteristics,
operating system, language preferences, referring URLs, device name, country, location, and
information about when and how you use our Services). This information is needed for security,
internal analytics, and reporting.
Like many websites, we also collect information through cookies and similar technologies,
including cookie identifiers used for analytics and marketing, and other online identifiers.
2. HOW DO WE USE YOUR INFORMATION?
In Short: We process your information based on legitimate business interests, fulfillment of our
contract with you, compliance with legal obligations, and/or your consent.
We use personal information collected via our Services for the following purposes, relying on
the appropriate legal bases indicated:
● To send you marketing and promotional communications. We may use the personal
information you provide for our own marketing purposes, in accordance with your
marketing preferences. You can opt out of our marketing emails at any time ("WHAT
ARE YOUR PRIVACY RIGHTS" below).
● Deliver targeted advertising to you. We may use your information to develop and display
content and advertising tailored to your interests and/or location, and to measure its
effectiveness.
● Request Feedback. We may use your information to request feedback and to contact
you about your experience with our Services.
● As a political organization, we may also use your information to provide you with
information about candidates, elections, and issues we support.
3. WILL YOUR INFORMATION BE SHARED?
In Short: We do not share your personal information with any outside parties, unless required by
law or necessary to protect your rights.
We may need to disclose or process personal information under specific circumstances, such
as:
● Consent: If you have given us specific consent for a particular use.
● Legitimate Interests: When it is necessary to achieve our legitimate business interests.
● Performance of a Contract: Where we have entered a contract with you and need your
data to fulfill its terms.
● Legal Obligations: Where we are legally required to comply with law (e.g., in response to
a court order or subpoena).
● Vital Interests: Where we believe it is necessary to investigate, prevent, or take action
regarding potential policy violations, fraud, or illegal activities, or as evidence in litigation
in which we are involved.
Text messaging opt-in data (including consent and related personal information) will not
be sold or otherwise shared, except if required by law.
4. DO WE USE COOKIES AND OTHER TRACKING
TECHNOLOGIES?
In Short: We may use cookies and other tracking technologies to collect and store your
information.
We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies (such as web beacons and pixels) to
access or store information. Specific information on how we use these technologies and how
you can refuse certain cookies may be set out in other sections of our website or in separate
cookie policies.
5. HOW LONG DO WE KEEP YOUR INFORMATION?
In Short: We keep your information as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this
policy, unless otherwise required by law.
We only keep your personal information for as long as it is necessary for the purposes
described in this privacy policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law
(e.g., for tax, accounting, or other legal requirements).
When we have no ongoing legitimate business need to process your personal information, we
will delete or anonymize it. If deletion or anonymization is not possible (e.g., because it is stored
in backup archives), we will store your personal information securely and isolate it from any
further processing until deletion is feasible.
6. HOW DO WE KEEP YOUR INFORMATION SAFE?
In Short: We aim to protect your personal information through a system of organizational and
technical security measures.
We have implemented appropriate security measures designed to protect your personal
information. However, no electronic transmission over the internet or information storage
technology can be guaranteed to be 100% secure, so please only access our Services within a
secure environment.
7. DO WE COLLECT INFORMATION FROM MINORS?
In Short: We do not knowingly collect data from or market to children under 18 years of age.
By using the Services, you represent that you are at least 18 years old or the parent/guardian of
a minor who is using our Services with your consent. If we learn we have collected personal
information from a user under 18 without verification of parental consent, we will deactivate the
account and delete such data. If you become aware of any data we have collected from children
under 18, please contact us at amburnforsheriff@gmail.com.
8. WHAT ARE YOUR PRIVACY RIGHTS?
In Short: You may review, change, or terminate your account at any time.
If you have questions about your personal information or wish to update, correct, or delete it,
please contact us at amburnforsheriff@gmail.com.
Cookies and similar technologies: Most web browsers accept cookies by default. If you prefer,
you can typically set your browser to remove or reject cookies. Doing so could affect certain
features or services of our site.
9. CONTROLS FOR DO-NOT-TRACK FEATURES
Most web browsers and some mobile operating systems/apps include a Do-Not-Track ("DNT")
feature you can activate to signal your privacy preference not to have data about your online
browsing monitored and collected. No uniform standard for recognizing and implementing DNT
signals currently exists. We do not respond to DNT browser signals at this time. If a future
standard is adopted, we will follow it and update this privacy policy accordingly.
10. TEXT MESSAGING TERMS & CONDITIONS
By providing your phone number and opting in, you consent to receive recurring text messages
containing event reminders, issue updates, volunteer opportunities, and donation requests from
David Amburn for Knox County Sheriff. By participating, you agree to the terms and privacy
policy for text messages sent to the phone number you provide. Msg & data rates may apply.
Message frequency varies. Reply HELP for assistance or STOP to opt out at any time.
Donations are processed through Venmo.
Your text messaging opt-in data will not be rented, sold, or shared. Participating carriers include
(but are not limited to): AT&T, T-Mobile®, Verizon Wireless, Sprint, Boost, Alltel (Verizon
Wireless), U.S. Cellular, Cellular One, MetroPCS, and more. T-Mobile is not liable for delayed or
undelivered messages.
To discontinue receiving text messages, text STOP to opt out or HELP for assistance, or visit
Compliance with Applicable Laws and Guidelines
Our practices for collecting and processing opt-in data—including phone numbers and (if
applicable) email addresses—are designed to comply with all applicable laws, rules, and
industry guidelines, such as the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), CTIA guidelines,
and carrier requirements for 10DLC, toll-free, and short code messaging. By opting in and
providing your personal information, you acknowledge that our methods for obtaining,
processing, and storing your data adhere to these regulatory standards, ensuring transparency
and compliance in our communications.
11. EMAIL COMMUNICATIONS TERMS & CONDITIONS
If you provide your email address through our website or other Services, you are opting in to
receive recurring email communications from David Amburn for Knox County Sheriff. These
emails may include newsletters, updates, donation requests, event invitations, and promotional
information. By providing your email address, you consent to the collection and use of your
email in accordance with this policy.
You may opt out of receiving marketing and promotional emails at any time by following the
unsubscribe instructions included in each email. We do not share, rent, or sell your email
address with third parties, except as required by law.
12. DO WE MAKE UPDATES TO THIS POLICY?
In Short: Yes, we will update this policy as necessary to stay compliant with relevant laws.
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. The updated version will be indicated by
an updated "Revised" date and will be effective as soon as it's posted. If we make material
changes, we may notify you by prominently posting a notice of such changes or by sending a
notification. We encourage you to review this privacy policy frequently.
If you have any questions or comments about this policy, you may contact us at:
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