Privacy Policy

Last updated: 12/30/2025.

Introduction

This privacy policy contains important information about how Daily Kos uses personal information. When you use our platforms—whether websites, mobile apps, or other channels, online or offline (collectively called “Services”)—we may collect information about you that could be considered “personal information” under applicable laws.

By accessing or using the Services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy and our Terms of Use.

For questions about this policy or how Kos Media handles your information, email privacy@dailykos.com.

What Information We Collect

Daily Kos may collect information about you from four main sources:

1. Directly from you (when you create an account, contact us, complete surveys or petitions, or make purchases)
2. From third parties such as social media networks
3. From the device and browser you use to access the Service
4. From cookies and similar technologies

Information Collected Directly From You

Identifiers: Name, contact information including address, email address, phone number, and social media username or account information.

Demographic Information: We sometimes conduct surveys asking for gender, age, year of birth, zip code, and voter registration status.

Basic Account Information: Your username, password, and if applicable, password reminder questions and answers.

Payment and Contact Information: Donation and purchase information for actions taken directly with Kos Media.

Information Collected Automatically

• Internet Protocol (IP) address
• Browser type and operating system
• Information about your computer or device, including type and identifier
• Location information based on IP address or mobile device location
• Information about pages you visit and links you click, including referral page
• Information about emails or SMS—which you opened or which links you clicked
• Information about your Service use, such as participation in campaigns, commenting, recommending, or providing content

How We Use Your Information

Daily Kos may use collected information to:

• Provide the Services to you
• Manage your account
• Provide products or services you request
• Support payment processing
• Respond to your requests, questions, and comments
• Contact you about the Services or other products/services, including newsletters, promotional emails, campaign information, and legal notices
• Deliver targeted advertising to you
• Support internal business functions like finance, accounting, and audit
• Perform analyses to develop, maintain, measure, improve, or report on the Services
• Protect our rights, enforce Terms and Conditions, comply with applicable law, and investigate fraud or illegal activity

How We Share Your Information

Daily Kos may share collected information with:

• Authorized service providers helping us provide Services or perform business functions
• Corporate affiliates, if applicable
• Third parties for their own purposes, including marketing. Consent or opt-out opportunities are provided when required.
• Advertisers, ad agencies, and ad networks to deliver relevant ads
• Publicly, to the extent you post comments or submit content
• In aggregated or non-personally identifiable form
• As necessary to protect our rights, enforce Terms and Conditions, comply with applicable law, and investigate fraud

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Some Services are offered free because Daily Kos covers costs through advertising. Many advertisements are targeted, with advertisers specifying their desired audience demographics. Targeted ads may be provided by Daily Kos or third-party vendors.

Your Privacy Choices

Email/SMS: You may opt out by clicking “unsubscribe” in email messages.

Cookies: You may opt out of browser cookies through web browser settings, though this may disable all cookies and prevent full Service use.

How You Can Access Or Control Your Information

To access, review, revise, or delete personal data Daily Kos has collected, contact us at: help@dailykos.com.

How Long We Retain Your Information

Daily Kos retains collected information as long as necessary to fulfill the collection purpose and satisfy legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.

How We Protect Your Information

Daily Kos uses administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect collected information. However, no security measure is perfect, and we cannot guarantee perfect security.

Your Rights Under State Laws (e.g., CCPA)

California residents have the right to:

• Request disclosure of collected or shared personal information
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Opt out of the “sale” of personal data
• Not be discriminated against for exercising your rights

To exercise these rights, contact privacy@dailykos.com.

International Data Transfers

Kos Media LLC is based and operates in the United States. If you use the Services outside the United States, be aware that provided information may be transferred to and processed in the United States.

Children’s Privacy

Daily Kos does not knowingly collect personal information from children under age 13 (under COPPA) or under age 16 (under GDPR).

Changes to This Policy

Daily Kos may update this Privacy Policy over time. Updated versions will be posted with the new date.

How To Contact Us

For questions or concerns about this privacy policy, contact: privacy@dailykos.com.

For EEA residents: GDPR@dailykos.com