We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you visit our website or book our services. We’re here to ensure you feel comfortable and confident with how your information is handled.

1. Information We Collect
When you interact with our website or book our services, we may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information: This includes your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and any other details you provide when you contact us or make a booking.
Event Details: Information related to your wedding or event, such as the date, venue, and schedule, which helps us plan your photography session.
Payment Information: We may collect payment details when you book services. These are processed securely through trusted third-party payment providers.
Website Usage: We may collect information about how you use our website, such as IP address, browser type, and pages visited. This helps us improve our website experience.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

To provide our services: Your personal and event information allows us to plan and deliver our photography services for your wedding or event.
To communicate with you: We may use your contact details to send booking confirmations, respond to inquiries, and provide updates or reminders related to your event.
To process payments: We use your payment information to securely process deposits, fees, and final balances.
To improve our website: Data on how you use our website helps us enhance its functionality and make it more user-friendly.

3. How We Protect Your Information
Your privacy is important to us, and we take appropriate measures to protect your personal data. This includes:

Data Security: We use secure systems and technologies to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.
Third-Party Providers: When we use third-party services (such as payment processors), we ensure they comply with strict privacy standards.

4. Sharing Your Information
We respect your privacy, and we do not sell or share your personal information with third parties, except in the following cases:

Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who help us deliver our services, such as payment processors or photo delivery platforms.
Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to a legal request.

5. Cookies and Website Data
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us improve website functionality, analyze user activity, and remember your preferences.

You can control your cookie settings through your browser, but please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

6. Your Rights
You have the right to:

Access your information: You can request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
Correct your information: If any of the details we have are incorrect or outdated, you can request corrections.
Delete your information: You may request the deletion of your personal information, although certain legal or contractual obligations may require us to retain some data.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.

7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. Any changes will be posted on this page, and we encourage you to review it periodically.

8. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, feel free to reach out:

Email: hello@inessencephotography.com

We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring your experience with In Essence is a positive one!

Email: hello@inessencephotography.com
Last update: 11th SEPTEMBER 2024