Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy governs the manner in which Pat Wood Photography collects, uses, maintains and discloses information collected from users ("User") of the http://www.patwoodphotography.co.uk website ("Site"). This privacy policy applies to the Site and all products and services offered by Pat Wood Photography.

Personal identification information

Personal identification information from Users may be collected in a variety of ways, including, but not limited to, when Users visit the site, subscribe to a newsletter, fill out a form and in connection with other activities, services, features or resources made available on the Site. Users may be asked for - as appropriate - name, email address, mailing address, telephone number and so on. Users may, however, visit the Site anonymously. Personal identification information from Users will only be collected if they voluntarily submit such information. Users can always refuse to supply personal identification information, in the knowledge that it may prevent them from engaging in certain Site related activities.

Non-personal identification information

Non-personal identification information may be collected about Users whenever they interact with the Site. Non-personal identification information may include the browser name, the type of computer and technical information about a User's means of connection to the Site, such as the operating system, the Internet Service Providers utilized and other similar information.

Web browser cookies

The Site may use "cookies" to enhance the User's experience. The User's web browser places cookies on their hard drive for record-keeping purposes and sometimes to track information about them. Users may choose to set their web browser to refuse cookies, or to alert them when cookies are being sent. If so, some parts of the Site may not function properly.

How collected information is used

Pat Wood Photography collects and uses Users' personal information for the following purposes:

  • To improve the Site
    Striving to improve the Site's offerings based on the information and feedback received from Users.
  • To improve customer service
    Users' information helps to improve customer responsiveness, service requests and support needs.
  • To administer a content, promotion, survey or other Site feature
    Sending Users information, as agreed, about topics that may be of interest to them and to send periodic emails

The email address that Users provide will only be used to respond to their inquiries and/or other requests or questions. If a User decides to opt-in to a mailing list, they will receive emails that may include company news, updates, related product or service information etc. If at any time, the User wishes to unsubscribe from receiving further emails, they can find unsubscribe instructions at the bottom of each email or make contact via the Site.

How we protect your information

All reasonable, necessary and appropriate data collection, storage and processing practices and security measures are taken to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure or destruction of your personal information, username, password, transaction information and data stored on the Site.

Sharing your personal information

Personal identification information will not be sold, traded, or rented to others. Generic aggregated demographic information not linked to any personal identification information regarding visitors and users may be shared with business partners, trusted affiliates and advertisers for the purposes outlined above. Third party service providers may be used to support the operation of the business and the Site to assist with the administration of activities, such as sending out newsletters or surveys. Your information may be shared with these third parties for those limited purposes provided that you have given your permission.

Third party websites

Users may find advertising or other content on the Site that links to the sites and services of partners, suppliers, advertisers, sponsors, licensors and other third parties. Content or links that appear on these 'external sites' are outside the scope of this policy since they are their responsibility. In addition, these sites or services, including their content and links, may be constantly changing. These sites and services may have their own privacy policies and customer service policies. Browsing and interaction on any other website, including websites which have a link to the Site, is subject to that website's own terms and policies.

Changes to this privacy policy

Pat Wood Photography has the discretion to update this privacy policy at any time and Users are encouraged to frequently check this page for any changes and to stay informed about how personal information collected is protected. You acknowledge and agree that it is your responsibility to review this privacy policy periodically and become aware of modifications.

Your acceptance of these terms

By using this Site, you signify your acceptance of this policy and terms of service. If you do not agree to this policy, please do not use the Site. Your continued use of the Site following the posting of changes to this policy will be deemed your acceptance of those changes.

Contacting me

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, the practices of this site, or your dealings with this site, please contact me at pat@patwoodphotography.co.uk.

 

This document was last updated on 18 September 2013