Privacy Policy

📄 PRIVACY POLICY

Effective Date: February 15, 2026
Business Name: C. Smith Photography
Photographer: Candace Smith

1. Introduction

C. Smith Photography (“Company,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting personal information collected through our website, online galleries, and event photography services.

This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, and protected.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information:

A. Information You Provide

When purchasing images or contacting us, you may provide:

• Name

• Email address

• Phone number (if provided)

• Billing information

• Payment details (processed securely through third-party providers)

We do not store full credit card information.

B. Event Photography Images

We photograph school-sponsored and public events.

Photographs may include:

• Students

• Parents

• Staff

• Spectators

Images are displayed in private or password-protected galleries for viewing and purchase.

C. Automatically Collected Information

When visiting our website or gallery, certain technical data may be collected:

• IP address

• Browser type

• Device information

• Cookies (if applicable)

This information is used for website functionality and analytics only.

3. How We Use Information

We use collected information to:

• Deliver purchased digital images

• Process payments

• Communicate regarding orders

• Provide customer support

• Improve website performance

• Enforce our Terms of Service

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties.

4. Sharing of Information

We may share limited information with:

• Payment processors (e.g., Stripe or PayPal)

• Online gallery hosting platforms (e.g., Pixieset)

• Print fulfillment labs (if prints are ordered)

These providers process information solely to complete transactions and operate services. We may also disclose information if required by law.

5. Children’s Privacy

Our services involve photographing minors at school events. Photographs are taken at public or school-sponsored events where there is no reasonable expectation of privacy. Parents/guardians who do not wish their child to appear in a gallery must notify school administration prior to the event.

We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under 13.

6. Image Usage & Security

• Galleries may be password-protected.

• Preview images may contain watermarks.

• High-resolution files are delivered only after purchase.

• We take reasonable steps to protect stored images and customer information.

However, no online platform can guarantee complete security.

7. Data Retention

We retain:

• Order records for accounting and tax purposes.

• Images for a limited time as determined by business needs.

Galleries may expire after a set period.

8. Your Rights

You may:

• Request correction of your contact information

• Request removal of your email from marketing communications

• Inquire about stored personal data

Requests may be submitted via email at:
capple17.ce@gmail.com

9. Third-Party Links

Our galleries or website may contain links to third-party platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, C. Smith Photography shall not be liable for unauthorized access, hacking, data breach, or misuse of information beyond our reasonable control.

11. Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted with a revised effective date.

12. Contact Information

For privacy-related questions, please contact:

C. Smith Photography

capple17.ce@gmail.con

Baton Rouge, Louisiana