Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 01/01/2025

Privacy Statement

At Patrick Brooks Photography, we value and respect the privacy of our clients. We understand that the photos we take are personal and sensitive, and we are committed to protecting them.

How We Protect Your Photos
1. Secure Storage: All photos taken by Patrick Brooks Photography are stored on secure, password-protected devices and servers.
2. Limited Access: Only authorized personnel have access to your photos, and we ensure that they are aware of and comply with our privacy policies.
3. Encryption: We use encryption to protect your photos when they are transferred or stored online.
4. Backup and Archiving: We backup and archive your photos until they released to you to ensure that they are safe and can be retrieved in case of loss or damage.

Photo Release and Deletion
After we release your photos to you, we will permanently delete all copies of the photos from our devices and servers. This means that you will have the only copy of the photos, and we will not retain any copies.

Privacy Statement
1. Personal Information: We collect personal information, such as names, addresses, and contact details, to provide our photography services. We will not share this information - period.
2. Photo Usage: We will only use your photos for the purposes agreed upon in our contract, such as editing, printing, and sharing with you.
3. Model Releases: We will obtain model releases from individuals who appear in our photos, where necessary, to ensure that we have the right to use their image.
4. Compliance with Laws: We comply with all applicable laws and regulations related to data protection and privacy.

Your Rights
1. Access: You have the right to access and view your photos at any time before they are released to you.
2. Correction: You have the right to request corrections to your personal information or photos.
3. Deletion: You have the right to request deletion of your photos, subject to our contractual obligations and applicable laws.
4. Complaints: You have the right to complain to us or to a data protection authority if you believe that we have breached our privacy policies or applicable laws.

By using our services, you consent to our collection, use, and storage of your personal information and photos, as outlined in this privacy statement. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us.

Privacy Policy
 

1. Introduction
Welcome to Patrick-Brooks.com ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled securely and responsibly. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your data when you visit our website Patrick-Brooks.com (the "Website").

2. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, and any other details you provide when you contact us or book a service.
• Payment Information: If you make a purchase, we may collect billing details; however, payments are processed securely by third-party payment processors.
• Technical Information: IP address, browser type, pages visited, and other analytics data to improve our Website’s performance.
• Photographic Data: If you participate in a photoshoot, we may collect and store your images as part of our services until they released to you.

3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:

• Provide and manage our photography services.
• Process transactions and send confirmations.
• Respond to inquiries and provide customer support.
• Improve our Website and services based on user behavior.
• Comply with legal obligations.

4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties except:

• With service providers (e.g., payment processors, hosting providers) to facilitate our operations.
• When required by law or to protect our legal rights.
• With your consent, such as when sharing photographs publicly or in promotional materials.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our Website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, track analytics, and personalize content. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

6. Data Security
We implement security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of online transmission is 100% secure.

7. Your Rights
You have the right to:

• Request access to your personal data.
• Request corrections or deletions of your information.
• Withdraw consent for marketing communications.
  To exercise these rights, contact us at contact@patrick-brooks.com.

8. Third-Party Links
Our Website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices and encourage you to review their policies.

9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date.

10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Patrick Brooks
contact@patrick-brooks.com
+1 561 707 0234
Postal Address: PO Box 650524, Vero Beach Florida 32965, United States

By using our Website, you consent to this Privacy Policy.