Effective Date: 2.28.26
Nihart Photography values your trust. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit our website, inquire about services, or participate in a photography experience.
By using this website, you agree to the practices described below.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect personal information including:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Mailing address
- Payment information
- Details related to your photography experience
- Information submitted through contact, booking, or inquiry forms
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Pages visited
- Referral source
This information helps us operate our business and improve your experience.
2. How Information Is Collected
Information is collected when you:
- Submit a contact or booking form
- Purchase products or photography experiences
- Sign up for email communications
- Download a guide or resource
- Message us through social media platforms
- Communicate with us via text message
- Speak with us by phone
- Interact with our website
We may also use cookies and tracking technologies to enhance website functionality and marketing performance.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Schedule and manage photography experiences
- Process payments through secure third-party payment processors
- Deliver products and services
- Communicate before and after your experience
- Send marketing emails if you have opted in
- Improve our website and client experience
- Maintain business records as required by law
We do not sell or rent your personal information.
4. Third-Party Services
To operate our business efficiently, we use trusted third-party providers, which may include:
- WordPress (website platform)
- Stripe or other secure payment processors
- QuickBooks or other accounting systems
- CRM and marketing systems such as GoHighLevel
- Email marketing platforms
- Website analytics providers
- Online gallery or image proofing platforms
These providers may process information on our behalf solely to support business operations. Each provider maintains its own privacy and security practices.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Improve site performance
- Understand visitor behavior
- Support advertising and remarketing efforts
You may disable cookies in your browser settings. Some features of the website may not function properly if cookies are disabled.
6. Payment Information
Payments are processed through secure third-party payment processors. Nihart Photography does not store full credit card numbers on its servers.
Financial records may be retained as required for accounting and tax compliance.
7. Image Storage and Usage
As a professional photography business, we store client images on password-protected devices and secure storage systems.
Image usage for marketing, portfolio display, social media, publication, or promotional materials is governed by your signed session agreement or model release.
If you prefer that your images not be used for promotional purposes, you may submit a written opt-out request. We respect client privacy preferences and will honor such requests in accordance with your agreement.
We cannot guarantee indefinite archival storage of images unless specifically contracted.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal information and related records as necessary to:
- Fulfill contractual obligations
- Maintain business and financial records
- Comply with state and federal legal requirements
Retention periods may vary depending on the nature of the information.
9. Call Recording
From time to time, phone calls may be recorded for quality assurance, training, documentation, or to ensure clarity regarding services and agreements.
If a call is being recorded, you will be notified at the beginning of the conversation and given the opportunity to consent before proceeding.
Nihart Photography complies with applicable state and federal laws, including Pennsylvania’s two-party consent requirements for call recording.
10. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information.
However, no system can guarantee complete security. By using this website, you acknowledge and accept this inherent risk.
11. Your Rights
You may:
- Request access to personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion where legally permissible
- Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time
Requests may be submitted using the contact information below.
12. Children’s Privacy
Nihart Photography frequently photographs minors. Personal information regarding minors is collected only with parental or legal guardian involvement.
We do not knowingly collect personal data directly from children without parental consent.
13. Pennsylvania Compliance
This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Any disputes arising under this policy shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts located in Pennsylvania.
14. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The effective date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision.
15. Contact Information
Nihart Photography
300 Old Reading Pike
Pottstown, PA 19464
Email: portraits@nihartphotography.com