Privacy Policy

Introduction

At Eduard Stefan Photographer, we are committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information during our communication and when you enter into a contract with us, in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

What Data We Collect

• Personal Identification: Your name and surname.
• Contact Information: Your email address and phone number.
• Event Details: Information about your event, including type, date, and any additional notes you provide.
• Other Information: Any other personal data you voluntarily provide during our communication.

Purpose of Data Collection

We process your data to provide you with photography services and ensure smooth communication. Specifically, your data is used for:

• Responding to enquiries and requests for information.
• Preparing and managing contracts for agreed services.
• Delivering photography services and organising events as per your requirements.
• Marketing purposes, such as using selected photographs for portfolio or promotional purposes, only when consent is granted in the contract.

Data Retention Policy

- If no contract is signed: Your personal data will not be stored beyond the communication period. Once the enquiry is resolved, all related data will be deleted promptly.

- If a contract is signed: Your personal data will be retained securely until the contract is fully executed and services are delivered. Any photographs or data shared for commercial purposes will be handled in accordance with the terms agreed in the signed contract.

Your GDPR Rights

Under GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Right to Access: You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Right to Rectification: You can request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Right to Erasure: You can request deletion of your personal data, subject to any legal retention obligations.
• Right to Restrict Processing: You can request that we limit how your data is processed under certain conditions.
• Right to Data Portability: You can request that your data be transferred to another organisation in a commonly used format.
• Right to Object: You can object to the processing of your data for direct marketing or other legitimate interests.

To exercise your rights, please contact us at [email protected].

How We Protect Your Data

We implement robust organisational and technical measures to safeguard your personal data against unauthorised access, loss, or misuse. This includes encryption, secure servers, and access controls.

Data Sharing

Your personal data will not be shared with third parties except:

• Where necessary to fulfil our contractual obligations (e.g., professional printing services).
• When required by law or regulatory authorities.
• With your explicit consent for specific purposes.

Updates to This Policy

This Privacy Policy is subject to periodic review and updates to reflect changes in legal requirements or our data handling practices. We encourage you to review this page regularly to stay informed.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us at:

• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: 07388 199525