Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Mark Chivers Photography (“Company,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). Your privacy is important to us, and we are 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://markchivers.co.uk.

By using our Website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Website.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

When you visit our Website, we may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, such as:

  • Name
  • Email Address
  • Phone Number
  • Mailing Address (if applicable)
  • Billing and Payment Information (for services booked or products purchased)

2.2 Non-Personal Information

We may also collect non-personal information automatically, including:

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device information
  • Pages visited
  • Referring URL
  • Time and date of visit

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

  • To provide and manage our photography services
  • To process payments and transactions
  • To respond to inquiries and provide customer support
  • To send updates, promotions, or marketing communications (with your consent)
  • To improve our Website and user experience
  • To detect and prevent fraud or security threats
  • To comply with legal obligations

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. However, we may share your information in the following cases:

  • Service Providers: We may share data with trusted third-party vendors who assist in operating our Website, processing payments, or delivering services.
  • Legal Compliance: If required by law, we may disclose information in response to legal processes, subpoenas, or law enforcement requests.
  • Business Transfers: If we merge, sell, or transfer business assets, your data may be transferred as part of the transaction.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our Website may use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to enhance user experience. You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit certain functionalities of our Website.

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no method of data transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Rights and Choices

7.1 Access and Correction

You have the right to request access to, update, or correct your personal information.

7.2 Opt-Out

You can opt out of receiving marketing communications by following the unsubscribe instructions in emails or contacting us directly.

7.3 Data Deletion

You may request that we delete your personal data, subject to legal or contractual obligations.

8. Third-Party Links

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our Website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If you believe we have collected data from a minor, please contact us immediately.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated “Last Updated” date.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Mark Chivers Photography
Email: mark@chivers.co.uk
Phone: 07963 288 137