Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy – Photography in Azores
Who we are
Photography in Azores by Hugo Mendes (“we”, “us”). Contact: photographyinazores@gmail.com

What data we collect
– Contact details you submit (name, email, phone).
– Booking information (date, group size, pickup location).
– Technical data from cookies/analytics (pages viewed, device, IP truncated).

Why we collect it (lawful bases – GDPR)
– To answer enquiries and manage bookings (contract / legitimate interest).
– To send essential service messages (contract).
– To improve our website via anonymous analytics (consent).

Who processes data
– Website host & email provider.
– Analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics).
– Payment/booking tools if used (shown at checkout if applicable).
We do not sell personal data.

Cookies & Analytics
We use cookies for basic site functionality and anonymous analytics. You can manage cookies in your browser.

Data retention
Enquiries/bookings: up to 24 months. Invoices: according to tax law. Analytics data: per provider policy.

Your rights (EU/GDPR)
Access, rectification, erasure, restriction, portability, and objection. To exercise, email photographyinazores@gmail.com. You may also complain to your local Data Protection Authority.

Security
We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data.

International transfers
Some providers may store data outside the EU/EEA with appropriate safeguards (e.g., SCCs).

Updates
This policy may be updated. Last updated