Introduction

This policy outlines how Stu Whittaker Photography collects, uses, and protects your personal information. By using our website and services, you consent to the practices described herein.

Information Collection

We collect personal information when you:

  • Visit our website

  • Contact us

  • Book our services

Personal Information:

  • Name

  • Contact details (email, phone number, postal address)

  • Payment information

  • Photography session details (location, date, preferences)

Cookies:

  • Small text files are stored on your device to enhance your browsing experience.

  • Types of cookies used: essential, functional, analytics, and advertising.

How We Use Your Information

  • Providing Services: We use your information to deliver photography services, manage bookings, and communicate with you.

  • Improving Services: We analyze website usage and customer feedback to enhance our services.

  • Marketing (with consent): We may send you marketing materials if you opt-in. You can unsubscribe at any time.

  • Legal Compliance: We may use your information to comply with legal obligations.

Sharing Your Information

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us with:

  • Payment processing

  • Website maintenance

  • Marketing (with your consent)

We do not sell your personal information.

Your Rights

You have the following rights under UK GDPR:

  • Access: Request information about your personal data we hold.

  • Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data.

  • Erasure: Request deletion of your data (subject to legal obligations).

  • Restriction: Request restriction of data processing.

  • Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another organization.

  • Objection: Object to processing of your data, including for marketing.

To exercise these rights, contact us at stuwhitt313@googlemail.com.

Cookies

We use cookies for various purposes, including:

  • Essential cookies for website functionality

  • Functional cookies for improved user experience

  • Analytics cookies to understand website usage

  • Advertising cookies (with consent) for targeted advertising

You can control cookie settings through your browser.

Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.  

Data Retention

We retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.  

Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed at children. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.  

Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy. We will notify you of significant changes and provide an updated version on our website.

Contact Us

For inquiries or to exercise your rights, contact:

Stu Whittaker Photography

stuwhitt313@googlemail.com

07482304158

By using our website and services, you consent to the practices described in this policy.