Privacy Policy
Last Updated:May 20, 2025
At Katrina McArdle Photography (referred to as “We,” “Us,” or “Our”), we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, share, and safeguard the personal information you provide to us when accessing our website, purchasing our services, or engaging with us on social media. It also details your rights regarding the data we collect.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using our website or engaging with us online, you agree to the terms outlined herein. We may update this Policy from time to time, and any changes will be indicated by the “last updated” date at the top of this page. Continued use of our website after updates are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Policy.
Information We Collect
We gather various types of information to improve your experience and facilitate our services. By interacting with our website or social media, you consent to the collection and processing of the following data:
1. Personal Information
Personal information includes details that can specifically identify you, such as your name, email address, phone number, shipping address, and demographic data. You provide this information voluntarily when interacting with our website, making purchases, or contacting us directly.
2. Automatically Collected Data
Our servers automatically gather information like your IP address, browser type, pages viewed, and timestamps. If accessing our website via mobile devices, we may also collect your device’s name, model, and location. Third-party providers may also gather data through cookies, log files, and web beacons. These details typically don’t identify individuals directly but help us understand user behavior.
3. Financial Information
To process payments, we may collect your financial details, such as credit card information. Payment transactions are primarily handled by third-party providers like Stripe and PayPal, and their privacy policies should be reviewed for further information. You can access Stripe’s policy here: https://stripe.com/privacy.
4. Social Media Information
When engaging with us on social media platforms such as Instagram or Facebook, we may access publicly available information, including your name, profile picture, location, and other shared details. Adjust your privacy settings on these platforms if you prefer to limit the information we can access.
5. Mobile Device Data
If you access our website via a mobile device, we may collect device-specific data such as ID, model, and geographic location.
6. Additional Information
Occasionally, we may request extra details for specific purposes, like entering contests or surveys. Participation in these activities is voluntary.
How We Use Your Information
The data we collect is used to enhance our services, personalize your experience, and fulfill our business obligations. We may share your information with third-party processors as needed. Specific uses include:
Creating and managing your account
Processing transactions and delivering services
Sending newsletters and promotional updates
Communicating with you via email or social media
Providing customer support
Administering contests and giveaways
Analyzing website performance to improve user experience
Ensuring website security and preventing fraud
Legal Grounds for Processing Your Data
We process your information based on several legal justifications:
Legitimate Business Interests
We use your data to improve our services, communicate with you, and provide a better user experience.
Contractual Obligations
Your data may be processed to fulfill our contractual obligations, such as delivering purchased services.
Consent
With your consent, we may process your data to provide additional services or share it with selected partners. You can withdraw consent at any time, but doing so may limit your access to certain features or services.
Protecting Your Information
We prioritize safeguarding your data through appropriate technical measures. However, no online data transmission is entirely secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee complete security.
Your Rights
You have rights regarding the personal data we collect. These include the right to:
Access the data we hold about you
Request corrections to any inaccurate information
Withdraw consent to data processing
Request data deletion (subject to legal requirements)
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [Your Contact Email Address].
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “last updated” date. We encourage you to review this page regularly.
Contact Us
For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your data rights, please reach out to us at:
Katrina McArdle Photography
Email: hello@katrinamcardle.com
Website: https://katrinamcardle.com