Privacy Policy
Last updated: March 5, 2026
1. Introduction
CongressWatch ("we," "our," or "us") is operated by ConsoleLog LLC. This Privacy Policy explains how the CongressWatch mobile application collects, uses, and protects your information. We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about our data practices.
2. Information We Collect
Device Identifier
We generate an anonymous device identifier to save your watchlist preferences and app settings. This identifier is not tied to your name, email address, phone number, or any personally identifiable information (PII). We do not require account creation or login.
Usage Data
We collect anonymous usage data such as which politicians and PACs are viewed and how often. This aggregate data helps us improve the app and is never linked to your identity.
3. Information We Do NOT Collect
- Names, email addresses, or phone numbers
- Location data or GPS coordinates
- Contacts, calendar, or other device data
- Financial information or payment details
- Photos, videos, or audio recordings
- Browsing history outside the app
- Political affiliations or voting history
4. Political Data Sources
All political funding and lobbying data displayed in CongressWatch comes from official U.S. Government sources that are freely available in the public domain:
- Federal Election Commission (FEC) — PAC donations, committee disbursements, and contribution filings
- Senate Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) — Registered lobbyist filings and political contributions
PAC descriptions and classifications are enriched using artificial intelligence (GPT-4) to provide plain-English explanations of PAC purposes, industries, and ideological leanings. This AI-generated content is clearly labeled and based on public data.
This data is factual and sourced directly from government databases. We do not editorialize, endorse, or recommend political positions.
5. Third-Party Services
We do not sell, share, or provide your data to third-party advertisers. We do not use third-party analytics trackers or advertising SDKs. CongressWatch does not display advertisements.
6. Data Storage & Security
Your anonymous device identifier and preferences are stored on secure servers. Data is transmitted using HTTPS/TLS encryption. We implement industry-standard security measures to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Request deletion of your anonymous device data
- Opt out of any future data collection by uninstalling the app
- Request information about what data we hold associated with your device
California residents (CCPA) and EU residents (GDPR) may exercise additional rights under applicable law. Contact us at the address below to make any data-related requests.
8. Children's Privacy
CongressWatch 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 data, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the app after any changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, contact us at:
ConsoleLog LLC
Email: [email protected]