Privacy Policy

Last updated: 11th February 2025

Introduction

Stuart Bailey Photography is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data in accordance with the UK Data Protection Act 2018 and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). By using our website (www.StuartBaileyPhoto.com), you consent to the collection and use of your data as described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal data when you use our website:

Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, phone number.
Technical Data: IP address, browser type, location, and pages visited on our website.
Communication Data: Any information you provide via contact forms, emails, or other communications.

2. How We Use Your Data

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

To respond to your inquiries.
To process photography bookings and payments.
To send you updates about our services (with your consent).
To improve our website and services based on user feedback.

3. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined above, or as required by law.

4. Sharing Your Data

We do not sell or rent your personal data. However, we may share your information with the following third parties:

Payment Processors: To complete your bookings and payments.
Email Marketing: If you’ve opted in for email marketing.
Analytics Providers: For website performance tracking (e.g., Google Analytics).

5. Data Security

We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data. This includes encryption and secure storage to prevent unauthorized access.

6. Your Rights

Under the GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

Access: You can request access to the personal data we hold about you.
Rectification: You can request corrections to any inaccurate data.
Erasure: You can request the deletion of your personal data.
Withdrawal of Consent: If we process your data based on consent, you can withdraw that consent at any time.
Portability: You can request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format.

To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details below.

7. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to improve your browsing experience. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any changes will be posted on this page.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at:

Stuart Bailey Photography
Email: contact@stuartbaileyphoto.com