PRIVACY POLICY
Last updated: October 16th 2024
We are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal data when you visit our website or interact with our photography services.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal data:
Personal Identifiable Information (PII): Your name, email address, phone number, and any other details you provide when you contact us, book a photoshoot, or subscribe to our newsletter.
Payment Information: If you make a purchase or book a photoshoot through our website, we may collect billing and payment information (such as credit card details) via our third-party payment processor, Stripe. We do not store your full payment information; it is securely processed by Stripe.
Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our website, including IP address, browser type, and pages visited.
Photos and Images: If you book a photoshoot, we will collect and store images as part of our photography services.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal data for the following purposes:
To provide photography services, including organizing and executing photoshoots, and delivering final images.
To process payments securely through Stripe when you make a booking or purchase.
To communicate with you about your booking, inquiries, or any related requests.
To improve our website and user experience by analyzing usage data.
To send you promotional offers, updates, or newsletters (only if you have opted in).
3. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:
Contractual Necessity: To fulfill our contractual obligations when you book photography services or make a payment.
Consent: When you opt in to receive newsletters or promotional content, we will use your personal data with your explicit consent.
Legitimate Interests: To improve our services and ensure the functionality of our website.
4. Third-Party Payment Processors
We use third-party payment processors, such as Stripe, to handle payments securely. When you make a payment through our website, Stripe will process your payment information, including your payment method (e.g., credit card number, billing address), and other details necessary to complete the transaction.
We do not store or have access to your full payment details. The processing of your payment information is governed by Stripe’s Privacy Policy, which you can read here.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies to enhance your experience and track website usage. For more information, please refer to our Cookie Policy.
6. Data Sharing
We do not share your personal data with third parties unless required to provide our services (e.g., third-party storage or delivery services for images) or comply with legal obligations.
7. Your Rights
As a resident of the European Union, you have the following rights under the GDPR:
Right of Access: You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
Right to Rectification: You can request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
Right to Erasure: You can request that we delete your personal data.
Right to Restrict Processing: You can request that we limit the use of your data in certain situations.
Right to Data Portability: You have the right to request your personal data in a structured, machine-readable format.
Right to Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw your consent at any time if your data is being processed based on consent.
If you are not a resident of the European Union, you may still have rights under applicable data protection laws in your country of residence. We strive to respect and honor data protection rights wherever our clients are based. If you have any questions about your rights or how we process your personal data, please contact us at [info@svetlanadubovenko.com].
8. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
9. Data Retention
We will retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or to comply with legal requirements. Photographs will be stored for the duration of the project and any agreed retention period thereafter.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the updated date will be noted.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at:
Email: info@svetlanadubovenko.com