OVERVIEW

Alex Christensen Photography (“we,” “us,” or “our”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website alexchristensenphotography.com or interact with our services.

This Policy is designed to comply with applicable privacy laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA).

SECTION 1 - INFORMATION WE COLLECT

We collect the following types of information:

a. Personal Information You Provide

When you contact us, book a session, sign up for a newsletter, or inquire about services, we may collect:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Event details (e.g., wedding date or location)

  • Payment or billing information (processed securely through third-party providers)

b. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, certain data may be automatically collected through cookies and analytics tools, including:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device information

  • Pages visited, duration, and referring URLs

We use this data to improve site performance and user experience.

SECTION 2 - HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We may use your personal information for the following purposes:

  • To respond to inquiries and communicate with you

  • To process bookings, payments, and contracts

  • To send confirmations, reminders, and updates about your session or event

  • To improve our website and services

  • To comply with legal obligations

SECTION 3- SHARING OF INFORMATION

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share your data only in the following limited situations:

  • With third-party service providers (such as payment processors, scheduling tools, or email services) that assist in operating our business

  • When required by law or to protect our rights and property

  • With your consent

All third-party partners are required to handle your information securely and in compliance with applicable privacy laws.

SECTION 4 - COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

We may use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies to:

  • Understand how visitors use our site

  • Improve functionality and experience

  • Personalize content or ads (if applicable)

You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

SECTION 5 - DATA RETENTION

We retain your information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.

SECTION 6 - YOUR PRIVACY RIGHTS (CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS)

Under the CCPA/CPRA, California residents have the right to:

  • Know what personal information we collect, use, and disclose

  • Request access to or deletion of your personal information

  • Correct inaccuracies in your data

  • Opt-out of the sale or sharing of personal information (we do not sell data)

  • Limit the use or disclosure of sensitive personal information

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at:
alex@alexchristensenphotography.com

We will verify your identity before processing your request and respond within the timeframe required by law.

SECTION 7 - DATA SECURITY

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration.

However, no method of data transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

SECTION 8 - THIRD-PARTY LINKS

Our website may contain links to third-party websites (such as social media, booking platforms, or vendor partners). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.

SECTION 9 - CHILDREN’S PRIVACY

Our services are not directed to individuals under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

SECTION 10 - CHANGES TO THIS POLICY

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date. Continued use of the site after any modifications constitutes acceptance of the new terms.