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Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 2026

1. Information We Collect

When you sign in to CitizenSenator, we collect the following information from your OAuth provider (Google or GitHub):

  • Your name
  • Your email address
  • Your profile image

We do not store passwords. Authentication is handled entirely through third-party OAuth providers. We also collect content you voluntarily submit to the platform, such as proposals, comments, amendments, and votes.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide and operate the CitizenSenator platform
  • Display your username and profile image alongside your contributions
  • Communicate with you about your account and platform activity
  • Maintain the security and integrity of the platform

3. Cookies

CitizenSenator uses session cookies for authentication purposes only. These cookies are necessary for the platform to function and allow us to keep you signed in during your session. We do not use tracking cookies or advertising cookies.

4. Third-Party Services

We use Google and GitHub as authentication providers. When you sign in through these services, their respective privacy policies govern the data they collect and process. We encourage you to review their policies:

  • Google Privacy Policy: privacy.google.com
  • GitHub Privacy Statement: docs.github.com/en/site-policy/privacy-policies

5. Analytics

We may use analytics tools to understand how the platform is used and to improve the service. Any analytics data collected is used in aggregate and is not sold to third parties.

6. Data Retention

We retain your account information and content for as long as your account remains active on the platform. If you delete your account, we will remove your personal information, though some content you contributed (such as proposals and comments) may remain in an anonymized form to preserve the integrity of public discussions.

7. Data Deletion

You may request deletion of your account and associated personal data by contacting us through the platform. We will process deletion requests in a timely manner, subject to any legal obligations that may require us to retain certain information.

8. Children's Privacy

CitizenSenator is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will update the “Last updated” date at the top of this page and notify users through the platform. Your continued use of CitizenSenator after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

10. Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us through the CitizenSenator platform.