Privacy Policy
Last updated: February 2026
Introduction
Austin School Photography ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website austinschoolphotography.com and use our photography services.
Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site or use our services.
Information We Collect
Personal Information You Provide
We collect information you voluntarily provide when you:
- Fill out our contact form (name, email, phone number, school name, message)
- Request a quote or schedule services
- Subscribe to our newsletter
- Communicate with us via email or phone
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and usage, including:
- IP address and geographic location
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on pages
- Referring website or source
- Device identifiers
Photography Services
When providing photography services to schools, we may photograph students and staff. Schools are responsible for obtaining necessary permissions and consents from parents/guardians. We handle all photographs in accordance with our agreements with each school.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect and track information about your browsing activities. For detailed information about the cookies we use, please see our Cookie Policy.
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and usage patterns. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect anonymous information about how visitors use our site. This information helps us improve our website and services. Google's ability to use and share information collected by Google Analytics is restricted by the Google Analytics Terms of Service and the Google Privacy Policy.
You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Facebook Pixel
We use the Facebook Pixel to measure the effectiveness of our advertising, understand visitor actions on our website, and deliver relevant advertisements to you on Facebook and Instagram. The Facebook Pixel collects data about your browsing activity which is then used by Facebook in accordance with their Data Policy.
You can manage your Facebook ad preferences in your Facebook Ad Settings.
Other Tracking Technologies
We may also use:
- Google Ads: For remarketing and conversion tracking
- Microsoft Clarity: For heatmaps and session recordings to improve user experience
- Social media pixels: From platforms like Instagram, Twitter/X, and LinkedIn
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Respond to your inquiries and provide customer service
- Process and fulfill your service requests
- Send you information about our services, promotions, and updates
- Improve our website and services
- Analyze usage trends and preferences
- Deliver targeted advertising
- Comply with legal obligations
- Protect against fraudulent or illegal activity
How We Share Your Information
We may share your information with:
- Service Providers: Third parties who perform services on our behalf (hosting, email, analytics, payment processing)
- Schools: Information related to photography services as agreed in our contracts
- Photo Labs: For printing and fulfilling photo orders
- Advertising Partners: For targeted advertising purposes
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including to satisfy legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. Contact form submissions are retained for up to 3 years. Photographs are retained according to our agreements with schools.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
- Opt-out: Opt out of marketing communications
- Do Not Track: We honor Do Not Track signals where technically feasible
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.
California Privacy Rights
California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information is collected, the right to delete personal information, and the right to opt out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information.
Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 through our website. Photography services involving minors are conducted through agreements with schools, which are responsible for obtaining parental consent.
Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any linked sites.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be indicated by an updated "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us: