Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 11/6/24
1. Introduction
Simon Brown Optics values the privacy of our website visitors, clients, and customers. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, simonbbrown.com, or use our photography and videography services. By using our website and services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including but not limited to:
Contact Information: such as your name, email address, phone number, and physical address.
Booking Information: details related to your photography or videography booking, including event location and preferences.
Payment Information: we may collect payment information (credit/debit card numbers) if necessary for payment processing.
Photos and Videos: images and videos taken during your sessions are stored and used in accordance with your preferences.
Technical Information: such as IP address, browser type, and operating system, collected through cookies or similar technology for analytics.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information for the following purposes:
To Provide Services: including scheduling, booking, and delivering your photography and videography services.
To Process Payments: for completed services.
To Communicate: respond to inquiries, send booking confirmations, and provide updates related to our services.
To Improve Our Services: monitor and analyze website usage, improve functionality, and enhance user experience.
Marketing and Promotion: with your consent, we may use your photos/videos in our portfolio or on our social media and website.
4. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following situations:
Service Providers: we may share your data with trusted third-party service providers to help us deliver our services, such as payment processors and website hosting providers.
Legal Requirements: we may disclose your information if required by law, or in response to valid requests by public authorities.
5. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have rights related to your personal information, such as:
Access and Update: request access to or corrections of your information.
Delete or Restrict: request deletion of your information, or restrict its processing, where applicable.
Withdraw Consent: if we rely on your consent, you can withdraw it at any time.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at [Your Contact Email].
6. Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no online data transmission or storage can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website and collect analytics. You can modify your browser settings to manage or disable cookies, though this may affect certain website functionality.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed to 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 your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will take steps to delete the information.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for any updates.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us at: abrownsimon@gmail.com