Privacy Policy for Dorothy Barnardt Photography

Last updated: November 16, 2025

Dorothy Barnardt Photography (“we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website https://www.dorothybarnardtphotography.com (the “Service”). Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing or using our Service, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Interpretation and Definitions

For the purposes of this Privacy Policy:

Account means a unique account created by you to access certain parts of the Service.

Cookies are small files placed on your computer, tablet, or mobile device by a website, containing information about your browsing activity.

Device means any device that can access the Service, such as a computer, tablet, or mobile phone.

Personal Data means any information that can identify or relate to an individual.

Service Provider means any third-party company or individual contracted to provide services on behalf of Dorothy Barnardt Photography, including payment processors, email providers, and IT services.

Usage Data means data collected automatically through your use of the Service, including information about your device, browser, IP address, and pages visited.

You refers to the individual accessing or using the Service.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Data

When you contact us, book a session, or subscribe to our newsletter, we may collect information such as:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Mailing address

  • Payment information

  • Any other information you choose to provide in forms or communications

Usage Data

We may automatically collect information about your interaction with our website, including:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Pages you visit and time spent on each page

  • Device information (type, operating system, unique device IDs)

Information from Third-Party Services

If you choose to connect with us via social media or third-party services (e.g., Instagram or Facebook), we may receive information from those accounts such as your name, email, profile picture, or activity on those platforms.

3. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience and analyze website performance.

Types of cookies may include:

  • Session Cookies: Temporary cookies deleted when you close your browser.

  • Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for future visits.

  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with the website.

You may disable cookies in your browser settings, but some parts of the Service may not function properly without them.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and maintain the Service

  • Respond to inquiries and manage bookings

  • Communicate important updates about sessions or promotions

  • Process payments and fulfill contractual obligations

  • Analyze usage to improve the website and services

  • Comply with legal obligations

5. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: To facilitate the Service (e.g., email providers, payment processors).

  • Legal Requirements: To comply with the law, protect our rights, or prevent fraud.

  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.

  • With Consent: When you provide explicit permission to share your data.

6. Retention of Data

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, or to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, or enforce agreements. Usage data may be retained for analytics purposes for a limited period.

7. International Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and maintained on servers outside of your country. We take reasonable steps to ensure your data is treated securely and in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

8. Security of Your Data

We use commercially reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or storage can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.

9. Links to Other Websites

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. Please review their privacy policies before providing personal information.

10. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access or request a copy of your personal data

  • Correct inaccuracies in your data

  • Request deletion of your data

  • Opt-out of marketing communications

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at dorothy@dorothybarnardtphotography.com.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated “Last Updated” date. Please review this page periodically to stay informed.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, you can contact us:

Email: dorothy@dorothybarnardtphotography.com