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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 9/17/2025

At Chasing Sunshine Photography, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect the information you provide when visiting or using our website www.chasingsunshinephotography.biz. By using this Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect various types of information in order to provide and improve our services, enhance user experience, and comply with applicable laws. The types of information we may collect include:

Personal Information

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

  • Booking Information: Session details (date, time, location), payment details (such as credit card number or payment method).

  • Social Media Information: If you interact with our social media pages or links, we may collect information provided through these platforms.

Non-Personal Information

  • Usage Data: Information on how you access and use the Site, such as IP address, browser type, device type, pages viewed, and time spent on pages.

  • Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We may use cookies and similar technologies to track activity on our Site. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us identify your preferences and improve your experience.

2. How We Collect Your Information

We collect personal information directly from you when you:

  • Fill out forms on our Site (e.g., booking a session, subscribing to our newsletter).

  • Interact with us via email, phone, or social media.

  • Make payments or request services.

  • Sign up for promotions, newsletters, or marketing communications.

We also collect non-personal information automatically when you visit our Site, including through the use of cookies and tracking technologies.

3. Why We Collect Your Information

We collect your information for several reasons, including but not limited to:

  • Providing Services: To process your bookings, manage photography sessions, and provide deliverables such as photos or prints.

  • Customer Support: To respond to your inquiries, complaints, or requests.

  • Improving Our Services: To enhance user experience, personalize your visits, and analyze trends.

  • Marketing & Communications: To send you promotional materials, offers, or information about upcoming sessions (if you have opted in).

  • Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations, such as consumer protection, tax laws, and accounting requirements.

4. Sharing Your Information with Third Parties

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for their marketing purposes. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in running our business (e.g., payment processors, hosting services, email marketing platforms).

  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, such as in response to a subpoena, legal process, or a government request.

  • Business Transfers: If Chasing Sunshine Photography is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

5. Your Rights Over Your Data

As a user of this Site, you have several rights regarding the personal information we collect. These rights may vary depending on the jurisdiction in which you reside, but generally include the following:

  • Access: You have the right to request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

  • Correction: You have the right to request that we correct any inaccuracies in your personal data.

  • Deletion: You have the right to request that we delete your personal data, subject to certain legal obligations.

  • Opt-Out: You can opt-out of receiving marketing communications from us at any time by clicking "unsubscribe" in emails or by contacting us directly.

  • Data Portability: You have the right to request that we provide your personal data in a structured, commonly used format so that it can be transferred to another provider.

If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information below.

6. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Minors’ Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe we have collected personal information about your child, please contact us immediately, and we will take steps to delete such information.

8. Links to Other Websites

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. These third-party sites are not under our control, and we are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

Chasing Sunshine Photography reserves the right to update or change this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Effective Date." We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

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