PRIVACY POLICY
This Privacy Policy explains how Mark Wojcicki Photography collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit our website or use our photography services.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address when you inquire about services or book a session
- Session Details: Information about your photography needs, preferences, and scheduling requirements
- Payment Information: Billing details processed through our secure payment processor
- Communications: Messages, emails, or other correspondence you send us
Information Collected Automatically
- Usage Data: IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and time spent on our website
- Cookies: Small data files stored on your device to improve website functionality and user experience
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide and manage photography services
- Communicate with you about bookings, sessions, and deliverables
- Process payments and send invoices
- Improve our website and services
- Send occasional updates about our work (only if you’ve opted in)
- Respond to inquiries and customer service requests
- Comply with legal obligations
How We Share Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: Third-party vendors who help us operate our business (payment processors, email services, website hosting)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or to protect our rights and safety
- With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share your information
Your Photographs
- Usage Rights: We may use photographs from your session in our portfolio, website, social media, and marketing materials unless you explicitly opt out
- Client Privacy: If you prefer your images remain private, please inform us in writing before or during your session
- Image Storage: We retain high-resolution images for a minimum of 6 months for backup and reprint purposes
Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal and contractual obligations)
- Opt out of marketing communications at any time
- Withdraw consent for us to use your photographs in marketing materials
To exercise these rights, contact us at [email address].
Cookies and Tracking
Our website may use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Disabling cookies may limit some website functionality.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.
Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us:
Email: mark@mwphotography.ca