Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
(Last updated: November 5, 2024)
At Alysia Hargus Photography, we respect and protect your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website AlysiaHargusPhotography.pixieset.com or engage with our services.
By using our website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. Please read it carefully.
1. Information We Collect
We collect two types of information when you visit our website or interact with us:
a) Personal Information You Provide
When you contact us for photography services, request quotes, access galleries or collection, or sign up for newsletters, we may collect the following personal information:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Mailing address (for invoices or physical product deliveries)
- Payment details (for booking services)
- Any additional information you voluntarily provide (e.g., preferences, event details)
b) Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information using cookies and other tracking technologies, including:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type (desktop, mobile)
- Pages visited
- Time spent on the site
- Referring URL
- Geographical location (based on IP address)
This information helps us improve the user experience and analyze website traffic.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect in the following ways:
- To provide services: To communicate with you regarding bookings, requests, and customer support.
- To process payments: To complete transactions for services rendered.
- To improve our website and services: To analyze usage patterns and improve our website’s functionality and content.
- To send promotional material (optional): If you’ve subscribed to our newsletter, we may send you updates about our services, special offers, or photography tips. You can opt-out at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email.
3. Data Security
We take reasonable precautions to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. This includes using encryption technologies for payments and secure servers for data storage. However, please note that no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following cases:
- Service Providers: We may share data with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our business (e.g., payment processors, email marketing services). These third parties are required to keep your information confidential and only use it for the purposes for which it was provided.
- Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required by law or to protect our rights, property, or safety, or the rights, property, or safety of others.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small data files that are placed on your device when you visit our site. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent, but this may affect some functionality on our site.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you.
- Request corrections to any inaccuracies in your personal data.
- Request the deletion of your personal information.
- Object to or restrict the processing of your data for certain purposes.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [your email address or contact form link].
7. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. These websites have their own privacy policies, which we do not control. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of third-party sites. Please review the privacy policy of any third-party site before providing your personal information.
8. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, or as required by law. If you request that we delete your information, we will do so to the extent permitted by applicable laws and regulations.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will post the revised version on this page and update the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your personal information.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your personal information is handled, please contact us:
Alysia Hargus Photography
Email: ahargusphoto@gmail.com
Phone: (706) 994-9711
Address: 120 Enchanted Woods Drive, Blairsville, GA 30512