Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy for Shiny Penny Studios
Effective Date: 1/1/2015
At Shiny Penny Studios ("we," "our," or "us"), your privacy is our priority. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you interact with our website, services, and products. By accessing our website or using our services, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
1.1 Personal Information
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Mailing address
- Payment information
1.2 Non-Personal Information
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- IP address
- Cookies and tracking technologies
- Website usage data (e.g., pages visited, time spent on the site)
1.3 Media Files
- Photos or videos uploaded or taken during our sessions, with your consent.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected for the following purposes:
- To provide our photography and related services
- To process payments and manage appointments
- To communicate with you about updates, promotions, and events (with your consent)
- To improve our website, services, and marketing efforts
- To comply with legal obligations
3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: With trusted third-party vendors who assist in providing our services (e.g., payment processors or cloud storage providers).
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or in response to valid legal requests.
- With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share your information.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and analyze website traffic. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some features of our site may not function properly without them.
5. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to provide our services or comply with legal obligations. Media files captured during sessions are retained for a period agreed upon during the booking process, after which they are securely deleted unless otherwise requested.
6. Security Measures
We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. This includes secure payment processing, encrypted storage, and restricted access to sensitive data.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access, update, or delete your personal information
- Opt out of promotional communications
- Request a copy of your personal data
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.
8. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. Please review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
9. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on our website with the "Effective Date" listed above.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at:
Shiny Penny Studios
Email: keli@shinypennystudios.com
Phone: 2163389162