Privacy Policy

Last updated: 13/08/2025

Bob Dowell Photography is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share your personal information when you use our services or visit our website.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following personal data:

  • Contact information: Name, address, email, phone number.

  • Booking details: Event dates, locations, and special requirements.

  • Payment information: Processed securely via third-party providers; we do not store full card details.

  • Photographs and video content: Images of individuals taken during shoots.

  • Website data: IP addresses, cookies, and analytics data to improve your experience.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

  • Manage bookings and deliver photography services.

  • Communicate before, during, and after shoots.

  • Process payments securely.

  • Share images for marketing and promotional purposes.

  • Comply with legal and contractual obligations.

3. Image Use & Consent

  • Images may be used in our portfolio, website, social media, exhibitions, or marketing materials.

  • You can withdraw consent for marketing purposes at any time by contacting us.

4. How We Store and Protect Data

  • Personal data and images are stored securely on encrypted drives and password-protected systems.

  • Data is retained only as long as necessary to provide services and meet legal obligations.

  • Images may be stored for [insert number of years, e.g., 5 years] for portfolio and record-keeping purposes unless you request deletion.

5. Sharing Your Information

We may share personal data with:

  • Second photographers or assistants working on a project.

  • Website hosting providers and IT service providers.

We only share data when necessary and with GDPR-compliant partners.

6. Legal Basis for Processing

Under the UK GDPR, our legal bases for processing your data include:

  • Contractual necessity: To fulfil bookings and provide services.

  • Consent: To use images for marketing or promotional purposes.

  • Legitimate interest: To maintain business records and improve our services.

7. Cookies & Website Tracking

  • Our website may use cookies and analytics tools to improve your experience.

  • Cookies help us understand website usage and remember preferences.

  • You can manage or disable cookies via your browser settings.

8. Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you.

  • Correct inaccuracies in your data.

  • Request deletion of your data.

  • Restrict or object to processing.

  • Withdraw consent at any time (without affecting the lawfulness of processing before withdrawal).

To exercise your rights, please contact us at:

Email: bobdowellphotography@gmail.com
Phone: 07833 695638

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website, and the “Last Updated” date will reflect any changes.