Our Privacy Policy was last updated on January 2023.
1. Introduction
Hector Pachas Photography (“we,” “us,” or “our”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, interact with us, or use our services.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information:
- Personal Identifiers: Name, email address, phone number, and business details.
- Photographic Content: Images taken during photo sessions.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, and analytics data collected via cookies.
- Communication Data: Emails, messages, and feedback provided to us.
3. Legal Basis for Processing Data
We collect and process personal data based on the following lawful grounds under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
- Consent: When you opt in to receive communications or allow cookies.
- Contractual Necessity: To fulfill a service agreement (e.g., scheduling and managing appointments).
- Legitimate Interests: To improve services, secure our website, and conduct marketing (with opt-out options).
- Legal Obligations: To comply with laws and regulatory requirements.
4. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide and improve our photography services.
- Schedule and manage appointments.
- Respond to inquiries and communicate with clients.
- Send promotional materials (with opt-out options).
- Analyze website traffic and optimize user experience.
5. Data Retention Policy
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy:
- Contact and booking data: Retained for up to 5 years for business records.
- Photographic content: Retained based on client agreements.
- Website analytics data: Retained for up to 24 months.
- Legal and tax records: Retained as required by applicable law.
6. How We Protect Your Information
We implement security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. While we strive to safeguard your information, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
7. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or trade your personal data. However, we may share information in the following cases:
- With service providers assisting in our business operations (e.g., payment processors, email platforms).
- To comply with legal obligations or enforce our rights.
- With your consent for testimonials or marketing purposes.
8. International Data Transfers
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), your data may be transferred outside the EEA to service providers in countries that may not have the same data protection laws. In such cases, we ensure that appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or other GDPR-approved mechanisms, are in place to protect your data.
9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. You can control cookie settings through your browser. Disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
10. Your Rights Under GDPR
If you are located in the EEA, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Right to Access: Request a copy of your data.
- Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data, subject to legal obligations.
- Right to Restriction of Processing: Request limited use of your data in certain cases.
- Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests.
- Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service provider.
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time for processing based on consent.
- Right to Lodge a Complaint: File a complaint with your local supervisory authority if you believe we have violated GDPR regulations.
11. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices and encourage you to review their policies.
12. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy as needed. Changes will be posted on this page, and we recommend reviewing it periodically.
13. Contact Us
For questions about this Privacy Policy or to exercise your GDPR rights, please contact us at:
By visiting this page on our website: https://hectorpachas.com/