The Crimson Lens

Terms and Conditions

1. Introduction

Your privacy is important to me. This Privacy Policy explains how your personal information is collected, used, and protected when you get in touch, book a service, or use this website.

2. What Information I Collect

I may collect and store the following information:

  • Names of clients and guests (where provided)
  • Contact details such as email address and phone number
  • Wedding details (date, venue, schedule, preferences)
  • Any information you provide via contact forms, emails, or consultations
  • Payment details (processed securely via third-party providers — I do not store full payment information)
3. How Your Information Is Used

Your information is used to:

  • Respond to enquiries and communicate with you
  • Plan and deliver your photography services
  • Process bookings and payments
  • Provide your images and online gallery access
  • Improve my services and customer experience

I will only use your data where there is a lawful basis to do so, such as fulfilling a contract or responding to your enquiry.

4. Sharing Your Information

Your information will never be sold or shared for marketing purposes.

However, your data may be shared with trusted third parties where necessary, such as:

  • Online gallery providers
  • Payment processors
  • Album or print suppliers

These providers only use your information to deliver their services and are required to handle it securely.

5. Image Use & Privacy

Photographs taken may be used for portfolio, website, and social media purposes.

If you would prefer your images to remain private, please let me know in writing before your wedding day, and your wishes will be fully respected.

6. Data Storage & Security

Your personal data is stored securely and only kept for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy.

I take reasonable steps to protect your information from loss, misuse, or unauthorised access.

7. How Long I Keep Your Data
  • Contact enquiries: typically kept for up to 12 months
  • Client records: retained for business, legal, and tax purposes (usually up to 6 years, in line with UK requirements)
  • Images: may be archived for longer unless you request deletion (where applicable)
8. Your Rights (UK GDPR)

Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:

  • Access the personal data I hold about you
  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your data (where applicable)
  • Restrict or object to processing
  • Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please get in touch using the contact details below.

9. Cookies

This website may use cookies to improve your browsing experience and understand how visitors use the site.

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.

10. Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please get in touch:

Email: irfanyunis@hotmail.com

11. Updates to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time.