Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 7-15-23

Thank you for choosing BD Photography for your photography needs. At BD Photography, we value and respect your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using our services, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of information:

Personal Information: This includes but is not limited to your name, address, email address, phone number, and other identifying details provided voluntarily when you book our services or communicate with us.

Photography Data: This involves images and videos captured during photography sessions or events.

Payment Information: When you make a payment for our services, we may collect payment details such as credit card information. Please note that we do not store your complete payment information on our systems. We utilize secure third-party payment processors to handle these transactions securely.

Technical Information: We may collect technical data when you visit our website, including your IP address, browser type, and other relevant information collected through cookies or similar technologies.

2. Use of Your Information

We may use the information collected for the following purposes:

To provide our photography services and fulfill your requests.
To communicate with you regarding bookings, appointments, or any inquiries you make.
To process payments for our services.
To improve our services, website, and customer experience.
To send you promotional materials, special offers, or information about upcoming events (only if you've given your explicit consent to receive such communications).
To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights and interests.

3. Data Retention

We will retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, or as required by applicable laws and regulations. Once we no longer need your information, we will securely dispose of it.

4. Sharing Your Information

We respect your privacy, and we will not sell, rent, or lease your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

With trusted service providers who assist us in providing our services, such as payment processors or delivery companies.
When required by law or to protect our legal rights.
In connection with the sale or transfer of our business, assets, or operations.

5. Security Measures

We are committed to safeguarding your personal information. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction of your data.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

Access the personal information we hold about you.
Correct any inaccuracies in your personal information.
Request the deletion of your personal information (subject to any legal requirements for data retention).
Withdraw your consent for marketing communications.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. Please be aware that we are not responsible for the privacy practices of such websites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of these third-party sites before providing any personal information.

8. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will take appropriate steps to remove the information.

9. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. The revised policy will be posted on our website with the updated effective date.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the processing of your personal information, please contact us at:

BD Photography 8 S 5th St. McAllen, TX 78501
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 956-252-1140