Privacy Policy
Up Close Studios
Effective Date: January 1, 2026
At Up Close Studios, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and disclose your information when you visit our website, book a session, communicate with us, or use our services.
By using our website or services, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Personal Information
When you contact us, submit a form, book a session, or communicate with our studio, we may collect:
Name
Email address
Phone number
Mailing address
Child’s name and age (if applicable)
Session details and preferences
Payment and transaction information
Media Content
As a photography studio, we collect and store:
Photographs and video recordings
Session metadata and creative notes
Usage & Technical Data
We may automatically collect:
IP address
Browser type
Device information
Website activity and usage patterns
Cookies and tracking technologies
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
Schedule and manage photography sessions
Process payments and contracts
Communicate with you regarding your booking and services
Deliver digital images and physical products
Improve our services, website, technology, and customer experience
Provide customer support
Send marketing communications (you may opt out at any time)
Maintain internal records and comply with legal obligations
Train staff and improve our platforms and systems
3. Photography & Image Use
Photographs taken during your session are used for:
Delivering purchased images and products
Studio operations and archiving
Marketing and promotional purposes only when client consent has been provided
Training and quality improvement of our creative services and technologies
We will never sell your images or personal data to third parties without your consent.
4. Sharing of Information
We may share your data only when necessary with:
Payment processors
Online galleries and fulfillment partners
Website hosting and scheduling platforms
Legal or regulatory authorities when required by law
All third-party partners are required to maintain confidentiality and data security.
5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
Improve website performance
Understand user behavior
Enhance your browsing experience
Support marketing and advertising campaigns
You may disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features of the website may not function properly.
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, misuse, loss, or disclosure. While no system can be guaranteed 100% secure, we strive to protect your information using industry-standard safeguards.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal and session information only as long as necessary for business, legal, and operational purposes, including record keeping, service delivery, and compliance requirements.
8. Your Rights
You may:
Request access to your personal data
Request correction or deletion of your data
Withdraw consent for marketing communications
To make any request, please contact us using the information below.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our services are directed to parents and guardians. We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children without parental consent.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with the effective date.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:
Up Close Studios
Hello@upclosestudios.com
470-844-8590
www.upclosestudios.com
Up Close Studios
Effective Date: January 1, 2026
At Up Close Studios, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and disclose your information when you visit our website, book a session, communicate with us, or use our services.
By using our website or services, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Personal Information
When you contact us, submit a form, book a session, or communicate with our studio, we may collect:
Name
Email address
Phone number
Mailing address
Child’s name and age (if applicable)
Session details and preferences
Payment and transaction information
Media Content
As a photography studio, we collect and store:
Photographs and video recordings
Session metadata and creative notes
Usage & Technical Data
We may automatically collect:
IP address
Browser type
Device information
Website activity and usage patterns
Cookies and tracking technologies
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
Schedule and manage photography sessions
Process payments and contracts
Communicate with you regarding your booking and services
Deliver digital images and physical products
Improve our services, website, technology, and customer experience
Provide customer support
Send marketing communications (you may opt out at any time)
Maintain internal records and comply with legal obligations
Train staff and improve our platforms and systems
3. Photography & Image Use
Photographs taken during your session are used for:
Delivering purchased images and products
Studio operations and archiving
Marketing and promotional purposes only when client consent has been provided
Training and quality improvement of our creative services and technologies
We will never sell your images or personal data to third parties without your consent.
4. Sharing of Information
We may share your data only when necessary with:
Payment processors
Online galleries and fulfillment partners
Website hosting and scheduling platforms
Legal or regulatory authorities when required by law
All third-party partners are required to maintain confidentiality and data security.
5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
Improve website performance
Understand user behavior
Enhance your browsing experience
Support marketing and advertising campaigns
You may disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features of the website may not function properly.
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, misuse, loss, or disclosure. While no system can be guaranteed 100% secure, we strive to protect your information using industry-standard safeguards.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal and session information only as long as necessary for business, legal, and operational purposes, including record keeping, service delivery, and compliance requirements.
8. Your Rights
You may:
Request access to your personal data
Request correction or deletion of your data
Withdraw consent for marketing communications
To make any request, please contact us using the information below.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our services are directed to parents and guardians. We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children without parental consent.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with the effective date.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:
Up Close Studios
Hello@upclosestudios.com
470-844-8590
www.upclosestudios.com
