Privacy Policy for Sadie Peterson Photography
Effective Date:  April 26, 2024
Welcome to Sadie Peterson Photography. Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and disclose information and data when you use the Sadie Peterson Photography website located at www.sadiepetersonphotography.com and any associated services (collectively, "Services"). By using the Services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

1. Information We Collect
We collect personal information in the following ways:

a. Information You Provide to Us:

Name
Email address
Phone number
Mailing address (if necessary for contracts, print delivery, etc.)
Details about your photography session (e.g., location, family members, preferences)
Any messages you send us through our contact form, email, or social media
b. Automatically Collected Information: When you visit the website, we may collect:

IP address
Browser type and version
Device type
Pages you visit
Date and time of access
Referral source (e.g., if you found us via a search engine or social media)
This data helps us understand how people use the site and improve the user experience.

2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:

Communicate with you about sessions, bookings, and inquiries
Provide photography services and fulfill contracts
Deliver images, products, or digital galleries
Send invoices or payment reminders
Respond to customer service inquiries
Improve our website and services
Send occasional newsletters or updates (with your consent)
3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.
We may share your information with:

Trusted service providers who help us run our business (such as online gallery hosts, payment processors, or email marketing platforms), but only as necessary and with appropriate safeguards.
Legal or government authorities if required to comply with the law.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies or similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. These help us understand how visitors use our site and remember your preferences.

You can control cookie settings in your browser and disable them if you prefer. Note that doing so may affect the functionality of the website.

5. Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or loss. While no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, we use secure platforms and take precautions to keep your data safe.

6. Your Rights and Choices
You may:

Request access to the personal information we hold about you
Ask for corrections or updates to your data
Request deletion of your personal data (unless we are required to keep it for legal reasons)
Opt out of marketing emails at any time by clicking “unsubscribe” or contacting us directly
7. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent.

8. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to other websites (such as gallery hosts or social media). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third-party sites.

9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be posted here, with the effective date noted at the top.

10. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:

Sadie Peterson Photography
Email: [your email address]
Website: www.sadiepetersonphotography.com