Privacy Policy for Katie Louise Photography
Effective Date: January 23, 2017
At Katie Louise Photography, accessible from www.katielouisephotography.com, the privacy of our visitors and clients is of utmost importance. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our website or services.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect and store the following types of personal information when you interact with us:
Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and other contact details provided when you inquire about or book our services.
Photography Session Details: Information necessary for planning your photography session, such as names of participants, special requests, and preferences.
Payment Information: Payment details collected through secure third-party processors (we do not store payment information).
Website Usage Data: Non-identifiable information such as your IP address, browser type, device information, and browsing behavior on our website, collected via cookies, Google Tags, or analytics tools.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected for the following purposes:
To provide, manage, and deliver our photography services.
To communicate with you about your inquiries, bookings, or purchases.
To improve our website and customize your user experience.
To analyze website traffic and user behavior using tools such as Google Tags to enhance site functionality and marketing efforts.
For marketing purposes, such as sending promotional emails or newsletters, if you have opted to receive them.
To comply with legal obligations or resolve disputes.
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties except in the following situations:
Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third parties that assist in delivering our services, such as payment processors, printing labs, or analytics tools like Google.
Legal Requirements: If required by law, we may disclose your information to comply with legal processes, regulations, or government requests.
Consent: With your explicit consent, we may share your information for purposes not covered in this policy.
4. Use of Google Tag Manager
Our website uses Google Tag Manager to manage website tracking and analytics tools efficiently. Google Tags may collect data such as:
Pages visited on our website.
Time spent on each page.
Interactions with forms or links.
This information is used for analyzing site performance and improving user experience. Google Tag Manager does not collect personal information directly but may pass data to integrated tools like Google Analytics or Google Ads.
You can opt out of data collection by adjusting your browser settings to block cookies or using tools such as the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies, including Google Tags, to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies collect information about how you interact with our site, enabling us to analyze website traffic and improve functionality.
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect the functionality of our website.
6. How We Protect Your Information
We take reasonable measures to safeguard your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction, including:
Secure servers and encrypted connections for online transactions.
Limited access to personal data to authorized personnel only.
Regular monitoring of systems for vulnerabilities and breaches.
7. Your Rights and Choices
As a client or visitor, you have the following rights:
Access and Correction: You may request access to your personal information and correct inaccuracies.
Data Deletion: You may request that we delete your personal information unless it is required for legal or business purposes.
Marketing Preferences: You may opt-out of receiving promotional emails or newsletters at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link or contacting us directly.
8. Links to Other Websites
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these websites. Please review their privacy policies before sharing any information.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us to have it removed.
10. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting the revised policy on our website. Please review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us:
Email: katie@katielouisephotography.com
Mailing Address: 1840 Mayview Rd Ste 201, Bridgeville, PA 15017
Thank you for trusting Katie Louise Photography with your personal information. Your privacy is our priority!