Privacy Policy | Jorge Amaya Photography

Your privacy matters.

Jorge Amaya Photography is committed to protecting your privacy. This privacy policy explains how I collect, use, and protect information from individuals who contact me or work with me.

Information I collect

I collect information only when you voluntarily provide it:

When you fill out the project intake form or contact form
When you communicate with me via email
When you book a photo session

This information typically includes your name, email address, phone number, company name, and project details. I do not collect payment information directly, payments are processed by third-party payment processors.

How I use your information

I use the information you provide for the following purposes:

To respond to your inquiry and discuss your project needs
To schedule and coordinate your photo session
To deliver your gallery and project files
To send you invoices, payment reminders, and session communications
To comply with tax and legal obligations

I do not use your information for marketing emails, newsletters, or unsolicited communications unless you explicitly opt in.

Data retention

I retain your information only for as long as necessary:

Project and client data are kept for 7 years after a project concludes (for tax and legal compliance)
If you do not become a client, intake form information is kept for one year, then deleted
You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to legal retention requirements

Third-party services

I use the following third-party services to run my business:

Email and forms: Submissions may be processed through web forms and email systems
Gallery delivery: Client galleries are delivered through secure digital platforms
Payment processing: Payments are processed by payment providers (Stripe, ACH, or other processors)

I do not share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. I only share information with service providers necessary to fulfill your project.

Your rights

You have the right to:

Request access to the information I hold about you
Request correction of inaccurate information
Request deletion of your information (subject to legal retention requirements)

To exercise these rights, contact me using the form on my website or via email listed in your project materials.

Security

I take reasonable steps to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. I cannot guarantee absolute security.

No analytics or tracking

My website does not use analytics, cookies, or tracking pixels. I do not track your browsing behavior or collect usage data from this site.

Changes to this policy

I may update this privacy policy from time to time. The effective date is listed at the top of this page. Your continued use of this website and services indicates your acceptance of any changes.

Contact

If you have questions about this privacy policy or how I handle your information, use the intake form to contact me. I review every inquiry personally and will respond within two business days.