Website Privacy Policy & GDPR

You can use this website without the need to provide any personal data. If you want to purchase any photographic services or make an enquiry, then the processing of some personal data will be necessary to fulfil those requirements.

Any personal data, such as the name, address, e-mail address or telephone number shall always be in line with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and in accordance with any UK specific data protection regulations.

PRIVACY POLICY

This Policy explains when and why we collect personal information about people who visit my website, how I use it and keep it secure. The Policy may change from time to time, and by using my website, you’re agreeing to be bound by this Policy.

WHAT TYPE OF INFORMATION IS COLLECTED?

I obtain information through my website in two ways: anonymously & directly.

1. Anonymously: The anonymous information I collect may include your IP address, whether you are using a computer, a tablet or a phone, which country you are located, which website pages are accessed and how long you may spend looking at my website pages.

2. Directly: The direct information I collect is when you make an enquiry, purchase products or purchase a photographic service. This will be your name, address, phone number and details about your event.

HOW IS YOUR INFORMATION USED?

I will use any information that you provide to:

Carry out any obligations arising from any contracts entered into by you and me

Seek your views or comments on the services I provide.

Notify you of any changes to my services.

I will hold your personal information on my systems for as long as is necessary for the relevant activity, or as long as is set out in any relevant contract you hold with me.

WHO HAS ACCESS TO YOUR INFORMATION?

The only person who has any access to any information which is collected through my website  or any other communications is myself Khalid Esat of Esat Photography, and of this information:

I will not sell or rent your information to any third parties

I will not share your information with third parties for any marketing purposes. 

DIRECT MARKETING

Esat Photography does not generate a newsletter, offer any subscriptions and does not generate bulk or direct mail shots for marketing. If I contact you, it will be about an enquiry you have made or any photographic services we have agreed upon. All communications will be sent directly from me to you.

PROFILING

This is where personal information is analysed to create a profile of your interests and preferences so you can be contacted with information relevant to you. I do not profile any of the information I collect.

SECURITY PRECAUTIONS 

When you provide any personal information, I take steps to ensure that it’s treated securely to protect the loss, misuse or alteration of any information. My website is protected with SSL and a secure page a lock icon will appear on your web browser to show that the page is secure.

Any information provided over the internet can never be guaranteed 100% secure. As a result, while I strive to protect your personal information, I cannot guarantee the security of any information you transmit to me, and you do so at your own risk. 

Once I receive your information, I make our best effort to ensure its security, and where I have given you a password which enables you to access my website galleries, you are responsible for sharing this password.

USE OF COOKIES

Like many other websites, Esat Photography uses website cookies. These are small text files that are stored in a computer system via an Internet browser.

The cookies collect anonymous statistical data about your browsing actions and do not identify you as an individual. For example, I use cookies to see how many visitors I have had, how long they spend on the website, whether they are using a computer, tablet or a mobile, and which part of the country you are located. This data helps me to improve my website and deliver a better service.

Any visitor information processed by the cookies is stored on my website and on the user’s computer browser. It is possible to switch off cookies by setting your browser preferences, and in some cases, turning cookies off may result in a loss of functionality when using my website. You can find more information on cookies via your own website browser.

USE OF IMAGES

All images shared on this website will be via the express permission of the clients only. If you do change your mind and would like any images removed then do not hesitate to contact me on enquiries@esatphotography.com your images will be removed as soon as possible once notified. The online galleries are hosted by Pixieset and can only be accessed via a password which is provided to the client only. It will be the clients responsibility as to who they share their passwords with. Pixieset will have their own privacy policy, please check their website.

LINKS TO OTHER WEBSITES

My website may contain links to other websites run by other vendors. This privacy policy applies only to the Esat Photography website‚ so I cannot be responsible for the privacy policies and practices of other sites if you access them using links from my website. 

AGED 16 or UNDER?

If you are aged 16 or under‚ please get your parent or guardian’s permission before you provide me with personal information.

REVIEW OF THIS POLICY & ACCESS TO YOUR INFORMATION

I will keep this Policy under regular review, and the Policy was last updated in May 2018. If you are concerned about any information or would like any information erased feel free to email me:

enquiries@esatphotography.com