Effective Date: **October 4, 2024

At LCR Photos ("we", "us", or "our"), we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of the personal information of our clients and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you use our services or visit our website.

By using our services or website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please refrain from using our services or website.

1. Collection of Personal Information

We collect personal information from you when you:

- Book a photography session or other services.

- Contact us via email, phone, or through our website.

- Interact with our website, such as filling out forms or subscribing to newsletters.

The types of personal information we may collect include:

- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and physical address.

- Payment Information: Credit card details or other payment information when booking services.

- Usage Data: Information about your interaction with our website, such as IP addresses, browser types, and usage patterns.

We only collect information that is necessary to provide our services and ensure a smooth user experience.

2. Use and Processing of Collected Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

- Service Delivery: To provide you with photography services, manage bookings, and communicate with you about your sessions.

- Payment Processing: To securely process payments for our services.

- Customer Support: To respond to your inquiries, requests, and feedback.

- Marketing and Communications: To send you promotional materials or newsletters if you have opted in, and to notify you of any updates related to our services.

- Website Functionality: To improve the design, functionality, and user experience of our website.

We process your information in compliance with applicable privacy laws and only for purposes necessary to deliver our services or improve your experience.

3. Disclosure of Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may disclose your information in the following circumstances:

- Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers (such as payment processors or web hosting providers) who assist us in delivering our services. These third parties are bound by confidentiality agreements.

- Legal Obligations: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, such as in response to a subpoena or legal process, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of LCR Photos, our clients, or the public.

- Business Transfers: In the unlikely event of a merger, sale, or transfer of our business, your personal information may be transferred as part of the transaction.

4. Retention of Information

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. For example:

- Booking and Service Information: We retain information related to your photography sessions for a reasonable period to provide ongoing customer support or as required for legal, regulatory, or accounting purposes.

- Marketing Data: If you have subscribed to our newsletter, we will retain your contact information until you unsubscribe.

Once your information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

5. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience and improve site performance. Cookies are small files that are stored on your device when you visit our website. We use the following types of cookies:

- Essential Cookies: Necessary for the operation of the website (e.g., enabling session functionality).

- Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website, such as pages visited and time spent, allowing us to improve functionality.

- Preference Cookies: Remember your preferences, such as language settings, to provide a more personalized experience.

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

6. Data Analytics

We use third-party analytics services (such as Google Analytics) to collect information about how visitors interact with our website. This data helps us understand user behavior and improve our website's content and performance.

These analytics services collect information such as:

- Pages Visited: Which pages are viewed and for how long.

- Traffic Sources: How visitors arrive at our website (e.g., search engines, referral links).

- Demographic Information: General demographic details (e.g., location, browser type, device type).

This information is aggregated and does not personally identify individual users. You can opt out of data collection by analytics services by using the appropriate browser settings or tools.

7. Security of Personal Information

We are committed to safeguarding your personal information. We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or alteration. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.

- Correction: Request corrections to any inaccuracies in your information.

- Deletion: Request the deletion of your personal information, subject to legal requirements.

- Opt-Out: Opt-out of marketing communications by unsubscribing from our newsletters or contacting us directly.

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

9. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website, with the "Effective Date" at the top of the policy.

10. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your personal information is handled, please contact us at:

LCR Photos

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Email: robe0873@algonquinlive.com

Phone: 123-456-7890

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By using our services or website, you consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy. Thank you for trusting **LCR Photos** with your personal information.