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Your Privacy Matters to Us
At Joe Darams Photography, we take the privacy of every client and website visitor seriously. This policy explains clearly and honestly what information we collect, why we collect it, how it is used, and what rights you hold over your personal data.
By using our website at daramsphotography.co.uk or enquiring about our services, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy. If you have any questions at any point, we are always available at hello@daramsphotography.co.uk.
What We Collect
- Submit a contact or booking enquiry form on our website
- Email, call, or contact us through any direct channel
- Book a service or consultation with us
- Engage with us on social media
- Your name, email address, and phone number
- Event details – occasion type, date, venue, and any specific requirements
- Additional context you share to help us tailor our approach to your occasion
- Payment information, processed securely through third-party payment gateways only, we do not store card details ourselves
How We Use Your Information
Every piece of information you share with us is used solely to provide you with a considered, well-prepared service. Specifically, we use it to:
- Respond to your enquiries promptly and personally
- Manage bookings, deliver final photographs and films, and coordinate logistics
- Prepare for your occasion so we arrive informed and ready
- Send service-related updates — including changes to your booking or delivery timelines
- Issue invoices and manage any administrative or legal obligations
- Improve our website and overall client experience, using anonymised analytics data
We do not use your personal information for automated profiling or any form of processing that produces legal or significant decisions about you without human involvement.
If you have explicitly opted in to receive marketing communications, we may occasionally send updates about new offerings or availability. You may withdraw this consent at any time.
Sharing Your Data
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. Ever. Your data may be shared only in the following limited circumstances:
- Payment processors: to complete your booking transaction securely
- Cloud storage providers: to store and deliver your photographs and films safely
- Email and scheduling tools: to manage communication and booking logistics
- Legal or regulatory requirements: where we are required by law to disclose information
Any third party we work with is required to handle your data securely and only for the specific purpose for which it was shared.
Your Rights
How We Protect Your Information
- Our website uses SSL encryption, securing all data transmitted between your device and our servers
- Sensitive information is stored on protected servers with restricted access
- Payment processing is handled entirely by regulated third-party providers, no card data passes through our systems
- Access to personal data is limited to those who need it to deliver your service
- We do not retain your data for longer than is necessary for the purpose it was collected
- Any physical records containing personal information are stored securely and disposed of appropriately
Cookies
- Essential cookies: Required for core site functions such as form submissions and session management
- Analytics cookies: Used by Google Analytics (via GA4) to understand visitor behaviour in aggregate, so we can improve the experience. This data is anonymised.
- Preference cookies: Remember your choices so you do not have to repeat them on return visits
Third-Party Links
Our website may include links to external websites, such as venue partners, suppliers, or our social media profiles. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of any third-party site.
We encourage you to review the privacy policy of any external site before submitting personal information to them.
Booking Information
- Detailed event schedules and timing
- Venue addresses and access arrangements
- Contact information for other key individuals, such as a wedding coordinator, events manager, or family liaison
- Cultural, religious, or personal preferences relevant to how we document your occasion
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our services, legal obligations, or the way we operate. When we do, the “Last Updated” date at the bottom of this page will be revised accordingly.
We will not make material changes to how we use your data without giving you reasonable notice. For significant changes, we will contact active clients directly.
Contact Us
- Email: hello@daramsphotography.co.uk
- Phone: 07342779077
- Location: Colchester, Essex, UK
Last updated on 08 June 2026
