Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 11/17/2026
Alyssa’s Lens

This Privacy Policy explains how Alyssa’s Lens collects, uses, stores, and protects your information when you visit our website, purchase services, or communicate with us.

By using this website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information when you visit our website, contact us, or book services:

A. Personal Information (Provided by You)

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Billing address

  • Event details (such as wedding date, venue, or shoot location)

  • Any information you submit through forms or email communications

B. Payment Information

If you purchase services, payment information (such as credit card numbers) is processed securely through our payment processor. We do not store or have access to full credit card details.

C. Automatically Collected Information

When you access the website, we may collect:

  • IP address

  • Device type

  • Browser type

  • Pages viewed

  • Date and time of access

  • Cookies and similar tracking technology

This data helps us improve website performance and user experience.

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:

  • Provide photography services you request

  • Communicate about bookings, scheduling, or project details

  • Send invoices, receipts, confirmations, and important updates

  • Improve website functionality and customer experience

  • Respond to inquiries and customer service requests

  • Send optional marketing emails (only with your consent and in compliance with CAN-SPAM laws)

3. How We Protect Your Information

We use industry-standard safeguards to protect your personal information, including:

  • SSL/HTTPS encryption

  • Secure storage of digital files

  • Limited internal access to client data

  • Secure payment processors

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

4. Sharing of Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

We may share limited information only when necessary:

  • Trusted service providers (e.g., payment processors, gallery hosting platforms)

  • Legal compliance (if required by law, subpoena, or government request)

Service providers are contractually prohibited from using your data for any purpose other than providing services to us.

5. Client Photos & Media Privacy

A. Usage of Photos

Your photographs may be used for portfolio purposes only if allowed in your service agreement.
You have the right to decline public usage of your images.

B. Consent

If your images contain minors or sensitive content, we always request explicit written consent before any public use.

C. Your Rights Over Your Images

You may request that publicly displayed images be removed from our website or social media unless the usage is part of a contract you approved.

6. Cookies & Tracking Technology

We may use cookies or similar technologies to:

  • Analyze site traffic

  • Improve performance

  • Remember your preferences

  • Support basic functionality

You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but some features may not function properly.

7. Email Communications (CAN-SPAM Compliance)

If you subscribe to emails or create an account, you may receive occasional updates, promotions, or newsletters.
You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in any email.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our services and website are not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect information from minors without parental consent.

9. Your Rights & Choices

Depending on your state, you may have rights to:

  • Access the personal data we have about you

  • Request correction or deletion of your data

  • Opt out of marketing communications

  • Request restrictions on certain data uses

To exercise these rights, contact us at:
alyssa@alyssaslensphotography.com

10. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for:

  • Providing services

  • Legal obligations

  • Business operations (ex: tax records)

Photography files may be stored longer to allow you access to galleries, unless otherwise stated.

11. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party sites.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites.

12. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy at any time.
Changes are effective immediately upon posting. Continued use of the site indicates your acceptance of the revised policy.

13. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, contact us:

Alyssa’s Lens
alyssa@alyssaslensphotography.com