Privacy Policy

PRIVACY POLICY – KINISON PHOTOGRAPHY

1. Overview

Kinison Photography (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects client privacy and is committed to protecting personal information collected through bookings, communication, and image delivery.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Billing information (processed through third-party payment providers)

  • Event/session details (date, location, preferences)

  • Communications submitted via email, forms, or messaging platforms

3. How Information Is Used

Collected information is used to:

  • Schedule and manage photography sessions

  • Communicate about bookings, updates, and delivery

  • Process payments and invoices

  • Deliver galleries and digital files

  • Provide customer support

  • Improve services and workflow

4. Image Use & Media Rights

  • Images may be used by Kinison Photography for portfolio, marketing, website, and social media purposes unless the client requests otherwise in writing before the session.

  • Clients may request image privacy restrictions prior to the shoot, which will be honored when agreed upon.

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell personal information. Data may be shared only with:

  • Payment processors (e.g., Stripe or similar platforms)

  • Gallery and delivery services

  • Service providers necessary to complete photography services

6. Data Security

Reasonable administrative and technical safeguards are used to protect personal information. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security of data transmitted or stored electronically.

7. Cookies & Website Tracking

If applicable, website platforms may use cookies or analytics tools to understand traffic, improve user experience, and measure performance. Users can disable cookies through browser settings.

8. Data Retention

We retain client information only as long as necessary for business, legal, and tax purposes. Image files may be stored for portfolio or archival purposes unless deletion is requested and legally permissible.

9. Client Rights

Clients may request:

  • Access to personal data

  • Corrections to inaccurate information

  • Removal of personal data (where legally allowed)

Requests can be submitted via email.

10. Third-Party Services

We may use third-party platforms for:

  • Payments

  • Gallery hosting

  • Scheduling and forms

Each third-party service operates under its own privacy policy.

11. Updates to This Policy

This policy may be updated periodically. Continued use of services indicates acceptance of any revisions.

12. Contact

Kinison Photography