The National Party ("we," "our," or "TNP") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you interact with our party, website, or services.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Personal Information
We may collect the following types of personal information:
- Identity Information: Name, ID number, date of birth, gender
- Contact Information: Email address, phone number, postal address
- Membership Information: Membership status, constituency, voting district
- Participation Information: Event attendance, volunteer activities, donations
- Communication Preferences: Newsletter subscriptions, communication channels
1.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we automatically collect:
- IP address and browser information
- Device type and operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on site
- Referring website information
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
- Membership Management: Process membership applications and renewals
- Communication: Send party updates, newsletters, and event invitations
- Political Activities: Organize campaigns, rallies, and voter mobilization
- Service Improvement: Enhance our website and member services
- Legal Compliance: Meet regulatory and legal requirements
- Research: Conduct political research and policy development
3. Information Sharing
3.1 We DO NOT sell your personal information
The National Party never sells, rents, or trades your personal information to third parties for commercial purposes.
3.2 Limited Sharing
We may share your information only in these circumstances:
- With Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share information
- Legal Requirements: To comply with legal obligations or court orders
- Service Providers: With trusted partners who assist in party operations (under strict confidentiality agreements)
- Party Activities: With local party offices for constituency-level activities
4. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information:
- Encryption of sensitive data
- Secure servers and databases
- Regular security audits
- Limited access controls
- Staff training on data protection
5. Your Rights
Under Kenyan data protection laws, you have the right to:
- Access: Request copies of your personal information
- Correction: Request corrections to inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your information (subject to legal requirements)
- Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
- Objection: Object to certain uses of your information
- Withdrawal: Withdraw consent for data processing
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:
- Maintain your membership records
- Comply with legal obligations
- Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
- Support party activities and historical records
7. Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors without parental consent.
8. Cookies and Tracking
Our website uses cookies to:
- Remember your preferences
- Analyze website traffic
- Improve user experience
You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.
9. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites.
10. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than Kenya. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes through:
- Website notifications
- Email communications
- Party announcements
12. Contact Us
For questions about this Privacy Policy or to exercise your rights, contact us:
Data Protection Officer
The National Party
P.O. Box 12345-00100
Nairobi, Kenya
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +254 20 123 4567
13. Complaints
If you believe we have not addressed your privacy concerns adequately, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner:
Office of the Data Protection Commissioner
5th Floor, Cooperative Bank House
Haile Selassie Avenue
P.O. Box 74359-00200
Nairobi, Kenya
Your Privacy Matters: The National Party is committed to protecting your privacy and using your information responsibly to serve you better and advance our shared vision for Kenya.