PRIVACY POLICY

Privacy Policy

Clive Westcott Photography
Dorset, DT11 7JN
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 07870 926421
Website: www.clivewestcottphotography.co.uk

Last Updated: [Insert Date]

1. Introduction

Clive Westcott Photography is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how personal data is collected, used, stored, and protected in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

By using this website or booking photography services, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following personal data:

Name

Email address

Phone number

Event details (such as wedding date and venue)

Billing information

Correspondence via contact forms or email

Website usage data (via cookies and analytics)

We only collect information that is necessary to provide our photography services.

3. How Your Information Is Used

Your personal information may be used to:

Respond to enquiries

Provide photography services

Process bookings and payments

Deliver digital galleries

Communicate regarding your event

Improve website performance

Comply with legal obligations

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

4. Lawful Basis for Processing

We process your personal data under one or more of the following lawful bases:

Contractual obligation (to fulfil photography bookings)

Legitimate interest (to operate and improve the business)

Legal obligation (for tax and accounting purposes)

Consent (where required, such as marketing communications)

5. Data Storage & Security

Personal data is stored securely using password-protected systems and reputable third-party platforms where necessary (e.g., email providers, online gallery platforms).

We take reasonable steps to protect your information from unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

6. Image Usage & Portfolio Display

Photographs taken during events may be used for:

Portfolio display on the website

Social media promotion

Marketing materials

If you prefer your images not to be used for marketing purposes, please inform us in writing prior to your event.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to:

Deliver services

Comply with legal obligations

Maintain business records

Client galleries may be removed after a reasonable period, so we recommend downloading and backing up your images.

8. Your Data Protection Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

Access your personal data

Request correction of inaccurate data

Request deletion of your data (where legally permitted)

Restrict or object to processing

Withdraw consent (where applicable)

To exercise any of these rights, please contact:
[email protected]

9. Cookies & Website Analytics

This website may use cookies and analytics tools to improve user experience and understand visitor behaviour.

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.

A separate Cookie Policy may provide additional information.

10. Third-Party Services

We may use trusted third-party providers for:

Website hosting

Email services

Online galleries

Payment processing

These providers process data in accordance with their own privacy policies and applicable regulations.

11. Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. The most recent version will always be published on this page.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:

Clive Westcott
Clive Westcott Photography
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 07870 926421