Privacy Policy for Emily Pierce Photography

Effective Date: September 15, 2026

Welcome! Thank you for visiting my photography website hosted via Pixieset. This Privacy Policy outlines how your personal information is collected, used, and safeguarded when you visit my site, book a photography session, or interact with my client galleries. 

As a professional photography business based in Portland, Oregon, I am committed to protecting your privacy and complying with relevant state and federal privacy laws.

1. INFORMATION I COLLECT

I collect information that you voluntarily provide to me, as well as certain data automatically collected by the website platform.

* Contact Data: Your name, email address, phone number, and mailing address when you fill out a contact form or book a session.

* Event & Session Details: Dates, locations, and structural details about your photography needs.

* Visual Data: Photographs and digital images captured during our contracted sessions.

* Payment Information: Financial data required to process transactions. Please note that payments are processed securely through third-party processors (such as Stripe or PayPal) integrated with Pixieset. I do not store your full credit card details.

* Device and Usage Data: IP addresses, browser types, and usage patterns automatically collected via Pixieset cookies and analytical tools when you browse the site.

2. HOW YOUR INFORMATION IS USED

Your personal and visual data is utilized strictly to provide and improve my professional services:

* To communicate with you regarding inquiries, bookings, and consultations.

* To deliver services, including hosting secure online Client Galleries via Pixieset.

* To process payments and fulfill contracts.

* To manage and improve website performance, functionality, and security.

* With your explicit permission, to showcase selected images in my online portfolio or marketing materials.

3. COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

This website uses cookies to enhance user experience and analyze traffic patterns. Pixieset utilizes standard functional and analytical cookies. You can manage or disable cookies through your personal browser settings, or manage your preferences directly through the cookie consent banner displayed on this website.

4. SHARING AND DISCLOSURE

I do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. Your data is only shared with trusted service providers essential to running my business:

* Pixieset: My website platform and client gallery hosting provider.

* Secure Payment Gateways: To process credit cards safely.

* Legal Requirements: If required by law, regulation, or legal process to protect safety and rights.

5. DATA RETENTION AND SECURITY

* Client Galleries: Images and associated download tracking data are securely stored within Pixieset's cloud infrastructure for the duration specified in your photography contract.

* Security Measures: Standard electronic and administrative safeguards are implemented to protect your personal details from unauthorized access. However, no digital transmission or storage method is 100% secure.

6. YOUR RIGHTS AND CHOICES

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

* Access, update, or request the deletion of your personal details.

* Request the removal of a specific image from an online portfolio gallery.

* Opt out of any marketing emails or future communications.

To exercise any of these rights, please reach out to me directly using the contact information below.

7. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

I reserve the right to update this policy at any time to reflect operational or legal changes. Updates will feature a revised "Effective Date" at the top of this page.

8. CONTACT INFORMATION

For questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact me directly through the contact page on this website.