Last updated: 20/12/2025
This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit my website or book a photography session with me. I am committed to respecting your privacy and keeping your data safe.
1. Who I Am
This website is operated by Eddy Calvin Photography, a family photographer based in Northern Ireland.
If you have any questions about this policy, you can contact me at:
Email: enquiries@eddcalvin.com
Phone: 07938142386
2. Information I Collect
I collect information in the following ways:
Information you provide directly
Your name
Email address
Phone number
Session details or preferences
Messages sent through my contact form or email
Information collected automatically
When you browse the website, certain data may be collected automatically, such as:
IP address
Browser type
Pages visited
Time spent on the site
Cookies (see section below)
This information helps me improve the website and understand how visitors use it.
3. How I Use Your Information
I use your information to:
Respond to enquiries
Manage and confirm bookings
Deliver your photography session and gallery
Send important updates about your session
Improve the website and user experience
Maintain business records for legal and tax purposes
I do not sell or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.
4. Legal Basis for Processing (UK GDPR)
I process your personal data under the following legal bases:
Contract: To provide photography services you have requested
Consent: When you opt in to receive updates or marketing
Legitimate interest: To improve my website and services
Legal obligation: For tax and business record‑keeping
5. Cookies
This website may use cookies to:
Improve site performance
Analyse visitor behaviour
Enhance your browsing experience
You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.
6. How Your Data Is Stored
Your information is stored securely using trusted systems such as:
Email providers
Booking or gallery delivery platforms
Website hosting services
I take reasonable steps to protect your data from loss, misuse, or unauthorised access.
7. How Long I Keep Your Data
I keep your personal information only for as long as necessary:
Enquiry and booking information: up to 6 years (for tax and legal purposes)
Emails and messages: as long as needed to provide services
Photos: according to the agreement in your contract
You can request deletion of your data at any time (see below).
8. Sharing Your Information
I may share your data with trusted third‑party providers who help me run my business, such as:
Gallery delivery platforms
Payment processors
Website hosting services
These providers only receive the information necessary to perform their services and must keep it secure.
9. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
Access your personal data
Correct inaccurate information
Request deletion of your data
Withdraw consent at any time
Object to certain types of processing
Request a copy of your data
To exercise any of these rights, contact me at enquiries@eddcalvin.com.
10. Children’s Privacy
I only collect information about children when provided directly by a parent or guardian as part of a photography booking. I do not knowingly collect personal data from children for any other purpose.
11. Changes to This Policy
I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.
12. Contact
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact me at:
Email: enquiries@eddcalvin.com
Phone: 07938142386
