Privacy Policy

Last updated: 31 January 2026

Kate Izak Photography (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store and protect personal information in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

This policy applies to:
https://www.kateizakphotography.com

1. Data Controller

Kate Izak Photography
Winchester, United Kingdom
Email: info@kateizakphotography.com

Kate Izak Photography is the data controller responsible for your personal data.

2. Personal data we collect

We may collect and process the following information:

• Name

• Email address

• Telephone number

• Information provided via enquiry forms, questionnaires, or direct communication

• Booking-related information

• Communications between you and us

• Technical data such as IP address, browser type, and basic website usage data

We do not collect or process payment card details through this website.

3. How we collect your data

We collect data when you:

• Submit an enquiry or contact form

• Email, message, or communicate with us directly

• Complete a client questionnaire

• Browse our website (limited technical and cookie-related data)

4. How we use your data

Your personal data is used strictly for legitimate business purposes, including:

• Responding to enquiries and providing quotes

• Managing bookings and delivering photography services

• Communicating about questionnaires, galleries, timelines, and deliverables

• Providing customer support

• Maintaining internal records

• Meeting legal, contractual, insurance, and accounting obligations

We do not use your data for automated decision-making or profiling.

5. Lawful basis for processing

We process personal data only where permitted by UK GDPR, relying on one or more of the following lawful bases:

• Consent – where you have actively contacted us or submitted information

• Contract – where processing is necessary to provide agreed photography services

• Legal obligation – where required by law (e.g. tax, accounting, insurance)

• Legitimate interests – where processing is necessary for the operation, protection, and improvement of our business, provided those interests do not override your rights

6. Marketing communications

We do not engage in aggressive or unsolicited marketing.

Any marketing communication will only be sent where permitted by law. You may opt out at any time by contacting us at info@kateizakphotography.com or by using an unsubscribe option where provided.

7. Data retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary and proportionate to the purpose for which it was collected:

• Enquiry data: up to 12 months

• Client booking records, contracts, and correspondence: up to 7 years

• Image files and galleries: retained in line with contractual agreements and professional archiving practices

• Marketing preferences: until you withdraw consent

Data is securely deleted or anonymised once it is no longer required.

8. Image data & photography-specific information

Photographs and videos containing identifiable individuals may constitute personal data under UK GDPR.

• Images are processed primarily for the performance of our photography contract

• Galleries may be password-protected or restricted where appropriate

• Images will not be shared publicly without client agreement, subject to contractual terms

Please refer to your client contract for detailed information regarding image use, licensing, and privacy.

9. Sharing of data

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal data.

Personal data may be processed by trusted service providers strictly necessary for business operations, including:

• Website hosting (Wix.com)

• Gallery delivery and storage platforms

• Business administration and accounting tools

All such providers act as data processors and are required to comply with UK GDPR.

10. Security measures

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data, including:

• Secure servers and password protection

• Encrypted platforms where available

• Restricted access to personal data

• Regular review of data handling practices

While no system can be guaranteed 100% secure, we take reasonable and proportionate steps to protect your information.

11. Cookies

Our website uses essential cookies to ensure security, functionality, and performance.

Non-essential cookies are managed through a cookie consent tool. These cookies will not be placed unless you provide explicit consent.

You may change or withdraw your cookie preferences at any time.

12. Your rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data

• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data

• Request deletion of your data

• Restrict processing

• Object to processing

• Request data portability

• Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise your rights, contact:
📧 info@kateizakphotography.com

We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling requests.

13. Complaints

If you believe your data has been handled improperly, you have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO):

🌐 https://www.ico.org.uk

14. Changes to this policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. The most current version will always be published on this website.

Website Terms of Use

Last updated: 31 January 2026

1. Website ownership

This website is owned and operated by Kate Izak Photography.

By accessing or using this website, you agree to these Terms of Use.

2. Intellectual property & copyright (STRONG PROTECTION)

All content on this website, including but not limited to:

• photographs

• images

• text

• branding

• logos

is the intellectual property of Kate Izak Photography unless otherwise stated.

Unauthorised copying, downloading, screenshotting, reproduction, storage, distribution, or use of images is strictly prohibited, whether for personal, commercial, editorial, or social media use.

Permission must be obtained in writing.

3. No licence granted

Viewing this website does not grant you any licence or right to use any content.

Any unauthorised use may result in legal action.

4. Acceptable use

You must not:

• scrape or harvest content or images

• bypass security or gallery protections

• attempt unauthorised access

• use this site in a way that infringes intellectual property rights

5. Third-party links

This website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their content, availability, or privacy practices.

6. Accuracy & availability

While we aim to keep information accurate and up to date, we make no guarantees that the website will be error-free, uninterrupted, or fully current.

7. Limitation of liability (IMPORTANT)

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Kate Izak Photography shall not be liable for any loss or damage arising from:

• use of this website

• inability to access the website

• reliance on website content

• unauthorised use of images by third parties

Nothing in these terms limits liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence or for fraud.

8. Governing law

All client data and galleries are handled with care and stored using secure, professional platforms.

These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

Copyright & Image Use Notice

All images on this website are © Kate Izak Photography.

Images may not be copied, downloaded, reproduced, altered, shared, or used in any form without prior written permission.

Unauthorised use may result in legal action.

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