Privacy Policy

Effective Date: November 25, 2024

Mark Swanson Photography ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share your personal information when you visit or make a purchase from our website. By using this website, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect certain personal information to provide and improve our services. This includes:

A. Information You Provide

When You Make a Purchase: Name, email address, billing and shipping address, payment information, and phone number.
When You Contact Us: Any information you provide via email, forms, or other communication methods.

B. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect:

Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device type.
Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on the site, and links clicked.
Cookies: Small files stored on your device to improve website functionality and analyze usage.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

Order Fulfillment: To process and deliver your orders, and communicate order updates.
Customer Support: To respond to inquiries and provide assistance.
Marketing: To send newsletters, promotional offers, and updates (you can opt out at any time).
Website Improvement: To analyze website performance and user behavior for a better experience.

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. However, we may share it with:

Service Providers: Third-party companies that assist with payment processing, shipping, and marketing.
Legal Compliance: If required by law or to protect our rights.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies may be used to:

Keep track of items in your shopping cart.
Remember your preferences and login details.
Analyze website usage and trends.

You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, but this may limit some features of the site.

5. Data Retention

We retain your information as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. If you wish to have your information deleted, contact us at swanson_ttu@sbcglobal.net.

6. Protecting Your Information

We implement security measures to protect your personal information, including encryption and secure servers. However, no data transmission or storage can be guaranteed 100% secure.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

Access: Request a copy of your data.
Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information.
Deletion: Request the removal of your data.
Data Portability: Obtain your data in a portable format.
Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time.

To exercise your rights, please contact us at swanson_ttu@sbcglobal.net.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. Please review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with the "Effective Date" at the top.