PRIVACY POLICY

LAST UPDATED: December 13th, 2024

RAUL MONTOYA PHOTOGRAPHY ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal information when you use our website, including the client galleries hosted via Pixieset (the "Website"), and the services we provide.

By accessing or using the Website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please discontinue use of the Website.

1. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

We collect personal information that you provide to us and information that is automatically collected when you access or use the Website.

1.1 Personal Information You Provide

We collect the following personal information when you voluntarily provide it:

Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address.

Account Information: Login credentials for access to private galleries.

Payment Information: Billing details (e.g., credit card information) for purchases made on the Website.

Communication: Messages, emails, or feedback you submit through contact forms or inquiries.

Photos and Media Content: Photos and other media files uploaded or shared in client galleries.

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you use the Website, certain information is automatically collected, including:

Usage Information: Pages visited, time spent on the Website, and actions taken.

Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.

Cookies: Small text files placed on your device to improve website functionality and analytics. See Section 5 for more details on cookies.

2. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We use the information collected for the following purposes:

Service Delivery: To provide photography services, deliver photos through client galleries, and process purchases.

Account Management: To create, maintain, and secure your client account.

Communication: To respond to inquiries, send service updates, and provide support.

Marketing: To send promotional emails, offers, or newsletters (you can opt out at any time).

Analytics: To analyze website usage, improve our services, and enhance user experience.

Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes.

3. HOW WE SHARE 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 (e.g., Pixieset, payment processors, and delivery services) that help us deliver our services.

Legal Requirements: When required by law, regulation, or court order.

Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, sale, or transfer of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.

With Your Consent: When you give explicit permission to share your information.

4. DATA SECURITY

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to safeguard your personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.

5. COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website performance, and personalize content. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may limit certain features of the Website.

Types of Cookies We Use:

Essential Cookies: Necessary for the functionality of the Website.

Analytics Cookies: Used to understand how users interact with the Website.

Marketing Cookies: Used for delivering relevant advertisements.

6. THIRD-PARTY LINKS

Our Website may include links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

7. YOUR RIGHTS

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access: Request access to the personal data we hold about you.

Correction: Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data.

Deletion: Request the deletion of your personal information, subject to legal and contractual obligations.

Opt-Out: Opt out of receiving marketing communications.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [Insert Contact Email].

8. DATA RETENTION

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law.

9. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY

Our Website is not intended for children under the age of 16, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected data from a child, please contact us, and we will take appropriate action.

10. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be effective upon posting to the Website, and the "Last Updated" date will be revised accordingly. Your continued use of the Website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

11. CONTACT US

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Raul Montoya Photography
Email: contact@raulmontoyajr.com

By using this Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Privacy Policy.