Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy for fotos by faj
Last updated: 5 November 2026

Introduction

At fotos by faj, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting any personal information you provide when using our website.

This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights in relation to that information. We aim to process personal data fairly, lawfully, and transparently in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018 and, where applicable, the EU General Data Protection Regulation (EU GDPR).

Who We Are

fotos by faj is the data controller responsible for the personal information collected through this website.

Contact Email: [your email address]

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us using the details above.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide when you:

  • Contact us via a contact form;

  • Send us an email;

  • Enquire about photography services;

  • Provide information in connection with a booking or project.

This information may include:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Telephone number (if supplied)

  • Any information contained within your enquiry or correspondence

Technical Information

When you visit the website, certain information may be collected automatically, including:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device type

  • Operating system

  • Date and time of visits

  • Pages viewed

  • Referring website addresses

Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to help operate and improve the website. For further information, please see our Cookie Policy.

How We Use Your Information

We may use your personal information to:

  • Respond to enquiries and requests;

  • Communicate with you regarding photography services;

  • Manage bookings and related administration;

  • Maintain the security and performance of the website;

  • Improve user experience and website functionality;

  • Comply with legal and regulatory obligations.

We will only use your personal information for legitimate purposes and will not use it in ways that are incompatible with those purposes.

Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal information on one or more of the following legal bases:

Contract

Where processing is necessary to provide services requested by you or to take steps prior to entering into a contract.

Legitimate Interests

Where processing is necessary for the operation, security, improvement and administration of the website, provided those interests are not overridden by your rights and freedoms.

Consent

Where you have given clear consent for a specific purpose, such as allowing non-essential cookies.

Legal Obligation

Where we are required to process personal information in order to comply with applicable laws and regulations.

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties.

We may share information with trusted service providers who assist in operating the website and providing related services, including:

  • Squarespace (website hosting and website management services);

  • Professional advisers where necessary;

  • Regulatory or legal authorities where required by law.

Any such providers are required to handle personal information securely and in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

Website Hosting

This website is hosted by Squarespace. As part of providing hosting services, Squarespace may process certain visitor information, including technical information and cookies necessary for website operation, security, and performance.

For more information, please refer to Squarespace's own privacy documentation.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, or to comply with legal, regulatory, accounting, or reporting requirements.

When personal information is no longer required, it will be securely deleted or anonymised.

Data Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal information against:

  • Unauthorised access;

  • Accidental loss;

  • Misuse;

  • Alteration;

  • Disclosure.

While we take reasonable precautions, no method of electronic transmission or storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

International Transfers

Some service providers may store or process information outside the United Kingdom.

Where such transfers occur, we will take reasonable steps to ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place and that personal data receives an adequate level of protection.

Your Rights

Under applicable data protection laws, you may have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you;

  • Request correction of inaccurate information;

  • Request erasure of personal information in certain circumstances;

  • Restrict processing;

  • Object to processing;

  • Request transfer of your personal data where applicable;

  • Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the contact details provided above.

External Links

This website may contain links to external websites or social media platforms.

If you follow a link to another website, please note that those websites have their own privacy policies and we do not accept responsibility for their content, privacy practices, or policies. You should review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

Children's Privacy

This website is not directed at children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

If we become aware that personal information has been collected from a child without appropriate consent, we will take reasonable steps to delete it.

Complaints

If you have concerns about how your personal information is handled, please contact us first and we will do our best to resolve the issue.

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO):

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legislation, technology, or our website.

Any updates will be posted on this page and the "Last updated" date will be revised accordingly.

Contact Us

For any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact:

fotos by faj
Email: faj@fotosbyfaj.com