Privacy Policy

Effective Date: April 23, 2026

Last Updated: April 23, 2026

At The Boudie Photographer, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website www.theboudiephotographer.com, and when you engage with our services. Please read this policy carefully to understand how we handle your information.

Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

Name

Email address

Phone number

Mailing address (for product delivery or legal paperwork)

Photographic content (if you book a session)

Payment information (processed securely via third-party platforms like Stripe or PayPal)

We also automatically collect certain data when you visit our site:

IP address

Browser type

Device information

Cookies and usage data via tools like Google Analytics and Meta Pixel

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Respond to inquiries and provide customer service

Process bookings and deliver photography services

Send appointment reminders, emails, and promotions

Improve our website and marketing strategies

Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. Ever.

No mobile information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. Information sharing to subcontractors in support services, such as customer service, is permitted. All other use case categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.

SMS & Text Messaging

By providing your mobile number and opting in, you consent to receive appointment confirmations, scheduling updates, customer service messages, and occasional promotional texts from The Boudie Photographer. Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency may vary. You may opt out at any time by replying STOP. For assistance, reply HELP or contact us at Amy@theboudiephotographer.com

Your mobile number will not be sold, shared, or distributed to third parties for marketing purposes. All text message opt-in consent data and associated records are securely stored and will not be disclosed to third parties, except trusted SMS delivery partners under strict confidentiality.

SMS Consent Records, Data Protection, and Third-Party Use

All text message opt-in consent data, consent records, timestamps, and associated mobile information are securely stored and maintained using industry-standard administrative, technical, and physical safeguards.

We will not share, sell, rent, or transfer your mobile contact information, SMS opt-in consent, or consent records to any third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.

SMS-related information is disclosed only to trusted service providers, including messaging delivery platforms, as necessary to operate our communication services. These providers are contractually prohibited from using or sharing this data for any purpose other than delivering services on our behalf.

SMS consent is collected only through clearly labeled opt-in methods, including website inquiry forms, booking forms, contracts, and digital submissions where users voluntarily provide their mobile number and affirm their consent through an affirmative action such as checking a consent box.

Consent to receive text messages is not required as a condition of purchase.

You may withdraw your consent at any time by replying STOP or by contacting Amy@theboudiephotographer.com

SMS Opt-In Data Protection and Sharing

We will not share, sell, rent, or transfer your mobile contact information or SMS opt-in consent data to any third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. All text message originator opt-in consent and associated records are maintained securely and will only be disclosed to trusted service providers (e.g., SMS delivery partners) as necessary to administer and deliver text messages on our behalf, subject to strict confidentiality agreements.

Consent to receive text messages is collected only through clearly labeled opt-in methods such as online forms or booking forms where you voluntarily provide your mobile number and affirm your consent. Consent is obtained only through clearly labeled check boxes or forms where you voluntarily provide your phone number. You may withdraw your consent at any time by replying STOP or contacting Amy@theboudiephotographer.com.

Third-Party Services

We use trusted third-party services to help run our business smoothly. These include:

CRM + Booking Tools: QuickBooks / Sprout Studio

Email Marketing: Sprout Studio / G-Suite

Analytics: Google Analytics / Meta Analytics

Advertising: Meta (Facebook/Instagram) Pixel

Payment Processing: Stripe, PayPal

These services may collect or have access to your data under their own privacy policies. We only partner with platforms that are GDPR and CCPA compliant.

Your Image Rights

When you book a boudoir session, you have full control over how your images are shared (or not). We will never publish or share your photographs without explicit, written consent.

You have the right to:

Approve specific images for sharing

Remain anonymous in testimonials or blogs

Request full privacy—no images shared publicly at all

Cookies and Tracking

Cookies help us improve your experience on our site and tailor content that’s most relevant to you. You can disable cookies through your browser settings at any time, but doing so may affect certain features on the website.

How We Protect Your Data

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal data. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights + Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

Access or correct your data

Request deletion of your data

Opt out of promotional communications

Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise any of these rights, email us at Amy@theboudiephotographer.com.

Minors

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect information from anyone under 18 years of age.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy from time to time to reflect changes in practices, laws, or services. When we do, we’ll update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page.