Overview

KansasCompass is a civic technology platform that helps Kansans track state legislation, local government activity, and news. Your privacy matters to us. This policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights.

Data We Collect

We collect the following information when you create an account or use KansasCompass:

Account information: Your name and email address when you register.
Notification preferences: Topics and bills you choose to watch, and your email notification settings.
Usage data: Pages visited, features used, and search queries — collected to improve the platform.
Waitlist information: Name and email if you join the waitlist before launch.

Data We Do Not Sell

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties. Period. KansasCompass is a civic tool, not an advertising platform. Your information is used solely to provide and improve the service.

Public Data Sources

KansasCompass aggregates information from publicly available sources, including:

The Kansas Legislature website (kslegislature.gov)
Wichita City Council public records
Public news articles from Kansas media outlets
Public social media posts from elected officials

This data is already public record. We collect and present it to make it more accessible and understandable.

AI Processing

We use artificial intelligence to generate plain-language summaries of legislation and news articles. AI-generated content is always labeled as such. We do not use your personal data to train AI models.

Cookies

We use a limited number of cookies:

Session cookies: Required for authentication and basic site functionality. These expire when you close your browser or after a set period.
Analytics cookies: We may use privacy-focused analytics to understand how the platform is used. No personal data is shared with analytics providers.

Data Security

We use industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including encrypted connections (HTTPS), secure password hashing, and regular security updates. However, no system is perfectly secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

Access your data: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
Delete your account: Remove your account and associated data at any time from your account settings.
Export your data: Download your data in a portable format.
Update your information: Correct or update your account details at any time.
Opt out of emails: Unsubscribe from notification emails using the link in any email or from your settings.

Children's Privacy

KansasCompass is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us so we can remove it.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy or your data, please contact us at privacy@kscompass.com.

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