Privacy Policy

Last Updated: September 2025

Photos by Mkay (“we,” “our,” “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit www.photos-by-mkay.com, interact with us on social media, or book photography services.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

  • Contact Information (name, email, phone number, address)

  • Event Details (wedding date, venue, timeline, preferences)

  • Payment Information (processed securely through third-party providers)

  • Images & Media (photographs and video captured during sessions)

  • Technical Data (cookies, IP address, browser type, site usage patterns)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Communicate about bookings, contracts, and service inquiries

  • Deliver and edit your photography sessions and galleries

  • Process payments and invoices

  • Share sneak peeks, galleries, or proofs through third-party platforms (e.g., SmugMug, Pixieset, Squarespace)

  • Improve our website and marketing campaigns

  • With your consent, feature selected images on our portfolio, blog, or social media

3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell or rent your personal data. We may share your information only with:

  • Service Providers (gallery delivery, payment processors, contract platforms)

  • Legal Requirements (if required by law, court order, or government request)

  • Marketing Platforms (if you opt in, we may use anonymized data for ads or promotions)

4. Cookies & Tracking

Our website may use cookies or analytics tools (such as Google Analytics or Facebook Pixel) to understand site traffic and improve user experience. You can manage cookies in your browser settings.

5. Data Retention

  • Client galleries are typically hosted online for 12 months after delivery.

  • Contracts, invoices, and contact details are stored securely for business record-keeping.

  • You may request deletion of your personal data at any time (except where required by law).

6. Your Rights

You may:

  • Request access to the personal information we hold about you

  • Request corrections or updates

  • Request deletion of your personal information (unless legally required to keep it)

  • Opt out of marketing communications at any time

7. Security

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to safeguard your information. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed toward children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors without parental consent.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will always be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:

📧 photosbymkay@gmail.com
🌐 www.photos-by-mkay.com
📍 Austin, Texas