Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 06/28/2026 Last Updated: 06/28/2026

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how Ally Belle Photography ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects your information when you visit www.allybellephotography.com (the "Site"), book a call or session, or use any of our services.

By using the Site, you agree to the practices described in this Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

When you book a discovery call or session, submit a contact or inquiry form, or make a payment, we may collect:

Your name

Email address

Phone number

Booking details (date, time, session type, and any notes you provide)

Any information you choose to share in messages or forms

2.2 Payment Information

Payments are handled by a third-party payment processor, Square. Your full payment card details are entered directly with that processor and are not stored on our servers. We may receive limited transaction information, such as confirmation of payment and the last four digits of a card.

2.3 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit the Site, certain information may be collected automatically, such as:

IP address

Browser type and device information

Pages viewed and time spent on the Site

Referring website

We use Google Analytics to understand Site traffic.

2.4 Cookies

The Site may use cookies or similar technologies to operate the booking system, remember preferences, and analyze traffic. You can control cookies through your browser settings, though disabling them may affect Site functionality.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Schedule and manage your bookings and discovery calls

Process payments and send receipts or invoices

Communicate with you about your session, deliverables, or inquiries

Provide and deliver our photography services

Respond to questions and requests

Improve the Site and our services

Comply with legal obligations

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share it only as follows:

Service providers: With trusted third parties who help us operate the Site and business, such as our payment processor Square, booking/calendar platform ProcessMedic, and email service ProcessMedic.

Legal requirements: When required by law, subpoena, or to protect our rights, safety, or property.

Business transfers: In connection with a merger, sale, or transfer of our business, where permitted by law.

Each service provider has its own privacy practices, and we encourage you to review them.

5. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as needed to provide services, fulfill the purposes described in this Policy, and meet legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. When information is no longer needed, we take reasonable steps to delete or anonymize it.

6. Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Privacy Rights

This section depends on where your clients live. Confirm which laws apply before publishing, and adjust accordingly.

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal information, which may include:

The right to access the information we hold about you

The right to request correction or deletion

The right to opt out of certain uses

The right to withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [email protected]. We will respond as required by applicable law.

8. Children's Privacy

The Site and our services are not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from them. If you believe a child has provided us information, please contact us so we can remove it.

9. Third-Party Links

The Site may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties, and we encourage you to review their policies.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last Updated" date at the top reflects the most recent revision. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, contact us at:

Ally Belle Photography [email protected]

This Privacy Policy works alongside our Terms of Service, which govern your use of the Site and services.