Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy governs the manner in which AES Photography collects, uses, maintains and discloses information collected from users (each, a “User”) of the www.aesphotography.com website (“Site”).
This privacy policy applies to the Site AES Photography.
PERSONAL IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION
I collect personal identification information from Users in several ways, including, but not limited to, when Users visit my website, subscribe to the newsletter, fill out a contact form, and in connection with other activities, services, features or resources I make available on our Site.
By opting in to receive the AES Photography Newsletter, you are giving consent for AES PHOTOGRAPHY to contact you using personal details you provide (“Subscription”). Your Subscription will allow AES PHOTOGRAPHY to contact you regarding this Site and any other AES PHOTOGRAPHY affiliated site. Our newsletter subscription list is managed by Mailchimp (mailchimp.com ) and your Subscription will be subject also to Mailchimp’s terms of use and privacy policy (mailchimp.com/legal/).
To deliver images to my clients, I use a externally hosted gallery and proofing service: Pixieset Media Inc. When clients share their galleries with friends and family, these Users will need to enter their email address to gain access to Pixieset, with the email address acting as a login. This allows users to create favourite lists, leave comments and also share images effectively. This is also necessary for the ordering of prints. For further information about how Pixieset collects and processes personal data please visit the Pixieset website.
Users may also visit our Site anonymously, but I only collect personal identification information from Users if they voluntarily submit such information to me.
NON-PERSONAL IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION
I may collect non-personal identification information about Users whenever they interact with my Site via WordPress and Google Analytics data. The non-personal identification information may include browser, type of computer and technical information about Users means of connection to my Site, such as the operating system and the Internet service providers.
WEB BROWSER COOKIES
Certain parts of my Site may use “cookies” to enhance User experience. User’s web browser places cookies on their hard drive for record-keeping purposes and sometimes to track information about them. The user may choose to set their web browser to refuse cookies or to alert you when cookies are being sent. If they do so, note that some parts of the Site may not function properly.
HOW I USE COLLECTED INFORMATION
We collect and use Users personal information solely for the following purposes:
b. To Improve Customer Service and help me respond to your customer service requests and support needs.
c. To administer a content, promotional campaign, survey or other Site feature
d. To Send Periodic Emails that may include company news, offers, updates, related product or service information.
SHARING YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION
I do NOT sell, trade, or rent Users personal identification information to others. I do use Users photos for the purpose of marketing and communications only if Users have agreed to this as part of sharing their data, or as part of a client contract. this may include promotions and sharing my work online and at exhibitions and events.
THIRD PARTY WEBSITES
Users may find advertising or other content on my Site that link to the sites and services of my partners, directories, suppliers, advertisers, sponsors, licensors and other third parties. I do not control the content or links that appear on these sites and I am not responsible for the practices employed by websites linked to or from my Site. Besides, these sites or services, including their content and links, may be continually changing. These sites and services may have their privacy policies and customer service policies. Browsing and interaction on any other website, including websites which have a link to my Site, is subject to that website’s terms and policies.
REPRODUCTION FEES
AES photography charge a reproduction fee for the use of images in mediums other than the commissioned work. However, this depends on what the images are being used for. For example, if clients wish to upload the images to a social network site there would be no charge but images should be credited to AES Photography. If clients intend to use images for commercial purposes then please contact us for a quote. Breaches of copyright are subject to a minimum fee of £100.00 per image.
IMAGE COPYRIGHT
The Copyright of all the photographs produced is retained by AES Photography and it is a criminal offence to make copies of them by any means including video under the terms of the COPYRIGHT, DESIGNS and PATENTS ACTS 1988, without written permission from AES Photography. Original files and prints remain the property of the photographer. AES Photography shall be the sole professional (still) photographer at the venues specified. In the unlikely event of total photographic failure i.e. during exposure or processing, the Photographerʼs liability shall be limited to a full refund of all money paid. Your statutory rights are not affected, and AES Photography has full Public Liability and Professional Indemnity Insurance.
CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY
AES Photography has the discretion to update this privacy policy at any time. I encourage Users to frequently check this page for any changes to stay informed about how I am helping to protect the personal information I collect. You acknowledge and agree that it is your responsibility to review this privacy policy periodically and become aware of modifications.
YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THESE TERMS
By using this Site, you signify your acceptance of this policy. If you do not agree to this policy, please do not use my Site. Your continued use of the Site following the posting of changes to this policy will be deemed your acceptance of those changes.
CONTACTING ME
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, the practices of this site, or your dealings with this site, please contact me at: adam@aesphotography.co.uk