Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how The Vain Photography collects, uses and protects personal information.

Who we are

The Vain Photography is a photography business based in Manchester, working throughout the UK.

What information we collect

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Telephone number
  • Information you provide in an enquiry or booking request
  • Technical information such as IP address, browser type and cookie preferences
  • Analytics information where consent has been given

How we use your information

  • Respond to enquiries
  • Communicate about bookings or requested services
  • Provide and manage our photography services
  • Maintain website security and functionality
  • Improve the website where analytics consent has been given
  • Send marketing emails where you have specifically opted in

Lawful bases

We use personal information where necessary for our legitimate interests in running the business and responding to enquiries, provided those interests are not overridden by your rights and interests. Where we send marketing emails to individuals, we rely on consent where required.

Photography and images

As a photography business, we may create and use images in the course of our work. Where individuals are identifiable in photographs, those images may amount to personal data depending on the circumstances and how they are used. We aim to use images fairly, responsibly and in a way that is consistent with the purpose for which they were taken.

Who we share information with

We may share information with trusted service providers where necessary to run the website or business, such as website hosting providers, email providers, analytics providers or newsletter platforms. We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

How long we keep information

We keep personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purpose it was collected, including to respond to enquiries, manage bookings, maintain business records, or comply with legal obligations.

Marketing

If you opt in to receive marketing emails, we may use your contact details to send occasional updates and promotional communications. You can unsubscribe at any time.

Your rights

Depending on the circumstances, you may have rights to access, correct, erase, restrict or object to the use of your personal information.

Cookies

This website uses cookies and similar technologies. For more information, please see our Cookie Policy.

Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us using the details on the Contact page.