Effective Date: 1-1-2024

1. Introduction
   
   Welcome to Ashley Black Photography! This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website or use our services.
    

2. Information We Collect
    

   • Personal Information: We may collect personal information such as your name, email address, and other contact details when you register on our website or use our services.
      

   • Usage Information: We may collect information about how you interact with our website, including pages visited, time spent on each page, and other analytics data.
      

   • Device Information: We may collect information about the device you use to access our website, including the device type, operating system, and browser.
      

3. Data Handling Privacy Policy Clause - SMS Communication
    

At Ashley Black Photography, we are committed to safeguarding the privacy and security of our users' information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we handle data, including information collected through SMS communication.

1. Consent for SMS Communication:
 

By providing your phone number and opting in for SMS communication, you explicitly consent to receiving text messages from Ashley Black Photography. This includes appointment reminders, important updates, and other relevant information.
 

2. Purpose of SMS Communication:

The primary purpose of our SMS communication is to enhance your experience with our services. This may include appointment scheduling, reminders, and other essential notifications related to our photography services.
 

3. Information Collected:

We may collect and process the following information through SMS communication:
 

• Phone numbers provided during the opt-in process.
   

• Message content exchanged between the user and Ashley Black Photography.
   

4.Message and Data Rates:
 

• Users acknowledge that message and data rates may apply when opting in for SMS communication. The specific rates depend on the user's mobile carrier plan.
   

5. Data Security:
 

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect the confidentiality and integrity of the information collected during SMS communication. However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is entirely secure.
 

6. Third-Party Access:
 

Ashley Black Photography does not share your phone number or SMS communication content with third parties. Your information is treated with the utmost confidentiality.
 

7. Opt-Out Options:
 

Users have the right to opt-out of receiving SMS communication at any time. Clear instructions on how to opt-out will be provided in each text message.
 

8. Compliance with Regulations:
 

We adhere to all relevant regulations and guidelines concerning SMS communication and data privacy, including but not limited to the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) and applicable data protection laws.
 

9. Updates to Privacy Policy:
 

This Privacy Policy, including the SMS Communication clause, may be updated periodically. Users will be notified of any material changes.
 

10. Contact Information:
 

For questions, concerns, or requests related to your data and SMS communication, please contact our Privacy Officer at support@ashleyblackphotography.com
 

By continuing to use our services and opting in for SMS communication, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

 

How We Use Your Information:
 

1. To provide and improve our services.

2. To communicate with you, respond to your inquiries, and send important updates.

3. To personalize your experience on our website.

4. To analyze and optimize our website's performance and user experience.
    

  We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
 

1. Disclosure of Your Information:
   
   We may share your personal information with third parties in the following circumstances:
    

   • With your consent.

   • To comply with legal obligations.

   • To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property.

   • In connection with a business transaction, such as a merger or acquisition.
      

2. Your Choices and Rights:
    

   • You have the right to access, update, or delete your personal information.

   • You can opt-out of receiving promotional communications.

   • You may disable cookies in your browser settings.
      

3. Security:
   
   We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction.
    

4. Changes to This Privacy Policy:
   
   We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the effective date will be updated accordingly.
    

5. Payment Information:
   
   We use Square for payment processing, and Wix for user data storage. When you make a purchase on our website, certain payment information, such as your credit card details and billing address, may be collected by Square to process the transaction. Please note that we do not store or have access to your full payment information. Square's privacy policy governs the collection and use of your payment information during transactions. You can review Square's privacy policy here. Wix is our chosen platform for website development and user data storage. While we do not directly handle your payment information, we rely on Wix to provide a secure environment for storing other personal information you may provide during the registration or checkout process. Please review Wix's privacy policy here for more information on how they handle user data. It is important to note that by making a purchase on our website, you are also subject to the terms and conditions and privacy policies of Square and Wix, as applicable. We take reasonable measures to ensure the security of your payment information during transmission to Square and storage on Wix. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. If you have any concerns about the security of your payment information or would like to inquire about our payment processing partners, please contact us at support@ashleyblackphotography.com.
    

6. Contact Us:
   
   If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at support@ashleyblackphotography.com.