Effective Date: 6/5/2025
Applies to Mr. Washington Visual Media, a division of Mr. Washington Gallery
1. Overview
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, contact us, or book photography services.
By using our website and services, you agree to the practices described below.
2. Information We Collect
Information You Provide:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Event details (type, date, location)
- Payment or billing information (through secure platforms)
- Any other information you voluntarily share through forms or communication
Automatically Collected Data:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Pages visited
- Device and session data
- (This may be collected using cookies and analytics tools.)
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Respond to inquiries and manage bookings
- Deliver photography services and online galleries
- Send contracts, invoices, and service updates
- Process secure payments
- Improve the website experience and track performance
- Maintain records for tax and legal compliance
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
4. How We Protect Your Data
We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including:
- SSL encryption
- Secure password-protected platforms
- Verified third-party services for galleries and payments
- While we take these precautions seriously, no online system is 100% secure. By using our services, you acknowledge this inherent risk.
5. Third-Party Services
We work with trusted third-party providers to deliver a seamless client experience. These may include:
- Pixieset (website, galleries, contact forms)
- PayPal Business / Stripe (for secure payments)
- Google Analytics (for traffic analysis)
We do not control their privacy policies and recommend reviewing them individually if you have concerns.
6. Cookies & Tracking
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to:
- Remember user preferences
- Analyze browsing behavior
- Improve site functionality
You can disable cookies through your browser settings, though this may limit functionality on our site.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Request access to the personal information we store about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your data (where legally permissible)
- Withdraw consent to data use at any time
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at: gary@mrwashingtongallery.com
8. Data Retention
We retain your data only as long as necessary to:
- Provide contracted services
- Fulfill legal and tax obligations
- Maintain historical business records
9. Children’s Privacy
While our photography services may include photographing children at events or sessions, our website and booking systems are not directed toward children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from minors.
Any personal information related to minors — such as names, ages, or images — must be submitted by a parent or legal guardian. We handle this information in line with our overall data protection standards.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. All updates will be posted on this page with a new effective date. Continued use of our website or services after changes are posted signifies your acceptance of the revised policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please reach out:
Mr. Washington Visual Media
A division of Mr. Washington Gallery
📧 gary@mrwashingtongallery.com
