Privacy Policy

At S. Theresa Carlsens’ Photo Memories, your privacy is of the utmost importance to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and disclose information when you visit our website, make a booking, or engage our photography services.

By using this website or providing personal information, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal and non-personal information in the following ways:

• Personal Information: When you fill out a contact form, request a quote, or book a session, we may collect details such as your name, email address, phone number, billing address, and event details.
• Payment Information: When making a payment, limited information (such as transaction details) may be collected through secure third-party payment processors.
• Website Usage Data: We may collect non-identifiable information such as browser type, IP address, device type, and pages visited, to help us improve our website’s performance and user experience.

2. How We Use Your Information

Your information is used solely for legitimate business purposes, including but not limited to:

• Scheduling and managing photography sessions
• Processing payments and issuing invoices
• Communicating with you about your booking or inquiry
• Delivering digital photo galleries or related services
• Improving our website, marketing, and client experience
• Complying with legal obligations or resolving disputes

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

3. Data Protection and Security

We take appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

All online payments are processed through secure, encrypted third-party platforms to ensure the highest level of data protection. While we strive to maintain complete security, no online transmission is entirely risk-free, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze site performance. Cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the website, allowing us to refine our content and services.

You can adjust your browser settings to decline cookies; however, this may affect the functionality or display of certain features on our site.

5. Sharing of Information

We may share your personal information only in limited circumstances, such as:

• With trusted service providers who assist in operating our business (e.g., hosting, payment processing, email services)
• When required by law, legal proceedings, or government requests
• To protect the rights, property, or safety of S. Theresa Carlsens’ Photo Memories and its clients

All third parties with whom we share information are obligated to maintain confidentiality and comply with applicable data protection regulations.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Request access to the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction or deletion of inaccurate or outdated information
• Withdraw consent for us to use your information, where applicable

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details provided below. We will respond to all requests within a reasonable time frame.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected, including any legal, accounting, or reporting obligations. After this period, all personal data will be securely deleted or anonymized.

8. External Links

Our website may contain links to external websites not operated by S. Theresa Carlsens’ Photo Memories. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of third-party sites. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any linked sites they visit.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. Any updates will be posted on this page with the revised “Last Updated” date. Continued use of our website after such updates constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:
S. Theresa Carlsens’ Photo Memories
Email: info@stheresacarlsensphotomemories.com

Last Updated: October 2025