Privacy Policy

A legal disclaimer

Effective Date: 10/04/2025

Last Updated: 03/06/2025

At Sim McKie’s Photography, your privacy matters. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you interact with our website and services. By using our site, you agree to the practices described below.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal data when you use our website, contact us, or book our services:

Personal identification information: name, email address, phone number
Booking details: service preferences, dates, session information
Payment details: (processed securely via third-party providers – no card details are stored by us)
Website usage data: cookies, IP address, browser type, and browsing behaviour

2. How We Collect Your Data

We collect information in the following ways:

When you fill out forms or contact us through the website
When you book a session or service
Through email communications or social media
Automatically via cookies and analytics tools

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your information to:

Provide, manage, and fulfill photography services
Communicate with you about bookings, changes, or promotions
Improve the functionality and performance of our website
Maintain records for business and legal compliance

4. Sharing Your Data

We do not sell or rent your data. We may share your information with trusted service providers when necessary (e.g., secure payment gateways, delivery services), but only to the extent required to perform the service.

5. Data Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data from unauthorised access or disclosure. Our website is hosted on Wix, which complies with industry security standards.

6. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR and other privacy laws, you have the right to:

Request access to the personal data we hold about you
Request correction or deletion of your data
Object to or restrict certain types of data processing
Withdraw your consent where applicable

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently done so, please contact us immediately.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to provide our services, maintain records for legal or tax purposes, or comply with applicable laws. When no longer required, your data will be securely deleted or anonymised.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites or services that we do not control. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party websites.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or requests regarding your personal data or this policy, you can contact us at:

Sim McKie’s Photography
📧 info@simmckiesphotography.com
📞 07506 489 201