Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

This privacy policy (“Privacy Policy”) outlines how KN Photography Ltd, trading as Kamila Nowak Photography (“we,” “us,” or “our”), collects, uses, and protects your personal data. It applies to personal data provided by you as a client or prospective client (“you” or “your”) in connection with our wedding photography services. This policy complies with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

1. WHO WE ARE

KN Photography Ltd, trading as Kamila Nowak Photography, provides wedding photography services. As the data controller, we are responsible for handling your personal data.

2. PERSONAL DATA WE COLLECT

We may collect and process the following personal data:

  • Personal Information: Your name, email address, phone number, and any other relevant details.
  • Photography Content: Images and videos taken during your session or event, which may identify you and others present.
  • Payment Information: Details required to process payments, such as information provided to our payment service providers.
  • Other Information: Any additional personal data you choose to provide when communicating with us.

3. HOW WE USE YOUR DATA

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

  • Service Provision: To provide our photography services, communicate with you, and deliver requested products.
  • Business Operations: For legitimate business interests, such as responding to inquiries, managing bookings, and ensuring the efficient operation of our services.
  • Legal Obligations: To comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
  • Marketing: With your consent, we may use your data to share updates about our services, promotions, or social media content.

Photographs or videos captured may be used for promotional purposes on our website, social media, and printed materials, but only with your explicit consent.

4. DATA SHARING

We may share your personal data with:

  • Service Providers: Third-party vendors, such as payment processors, retouchers, second photographers, CRM providers, and editing companies, to assist in delivering our services.
  • Legal or Administrative Reasons: Where disclosure is necessary to comply with legal obligations or to protect our rights.

5. DATA TRANSFERS

We do not transfer personal data outside the UK unless necessary for carrying out our work (e.g., collaborating with international service providers). When data transfers occur, appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information.

6. DATA RETENTION

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary:

  • Client data, including photographs and videos, is retained for 6 years to comply with tax and legal obligations.
  • Marketing data is retained until you withdraw your consent.

After these periods, your personal data will be securely deleted.

7. YOUR RIGHTS

Under GDPR, you have the following rights:

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
  • Correction: Request that inaccurate or incomplete data be updated.
  • Erasure: Request the deletion of your personal data under certain conditions.
  • Restriction: Request that we restrict processing of your data.
  • Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests or for marketing purposes.
  • Data Portability: Receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used format.
  • Withdraw Consent: Revoke consent for data processing where applicable.
  • Lodge a Complaint: File a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you believe your rights are being infringed.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at kamila@kamilanowakphotography.com.

8. PAYMENT INFORMATION

Payments are processed through third-party providers who use secure methods to protect your financial information. We do not store credit or debit card details.

9. CONTACT

For questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Kamila Nowak Photography
Email: kamila@kamilanowakphotography.com

10. Cookies and Online Tracking

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience, analyze site traffic, and deliver personalised content.

Types of Cookies We Use

  1. Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They include cookies that allow you to log in, complete forms, and navigate the site.
  2. Performance and Analytics Cookies: These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
  3. Functional Cookies: These cookies enable us to provide enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences.
  4. Advertising and Marketing Cookies: These cookies may be used to deliver personalized advertisements based on your interests or to track your interactions with advertising campaigns.

Managing Cookies

You can manage or disable cookies through your web browser settings. Most browsers allow you to reject cookies or alert you when a cookie is being placed on your device. Note that disabling certain cookies may impact the functionality of our website.

By using our website, you agree to the use of cookies as outlined in this policy. If you wish to change your consent preferences, please adjust your browser settings.