Glitterfly Studios Privacy Policy

Effective Date: September 7, 2025

Welcome to Glitterfly Studios, a photography business based in Central IL. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring your trust while you explore our website (www.glitterflystudios.com) or engage with our photography services. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your personal information. By using our website or services, you agree to the practices outlined below. For any questions, please contact us at glitterflystudios@gmail.com.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide exceptional photography services and improve your experience with Glitterfly Studios.

  • Personal Information You Provide:

    • Contact Details: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address when you book a session, fill out contact or inquiry forms, or communicate with us.

    • Booking Information: Details related to your photography session, such as preferred dates, session type (e.g., family, portrait), and special requests.

    • Payment Information: Credit card details or other payment data processed securely through our trusted third-party payment processors when you purchase sessions or prints.

  • Automatically Collected Information:

    • Website Usage Data: IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and time spent on our website, collected via cookies and analytics tools

    • Form Analytics: Data on how you interact with forms, such as contact or booking forms, to improve our services.

  • Information from Third Parties: If you engage with us through third-party platforms like social media or email marketing, we may receive limited data, such as your profile information or interaction metrics.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to deliver personalized photography services and enhance your experience:

  • Service Delivery: To schedule and manage photography sessions, process payments, and provide prints or digital galleries.

  • Communication: To respond to inquiries, send booking confirmations, or share updates about your session or order status.

  • Website Improvement: To analyze website usage and enhance functionality, design, and user experience through analytics tools.

  • Customer Support: To address questions, concerns, or feedback you provide.

  • Legal Compliance: To meet legal obligations, such as tax reporting or compliance with Illinois regulations.

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share it only in the following cases:

  • Service Providers: With trusted third parties who support our business, such as our website host, payment processors, or email platforms, etc. These providers are contractually required to protect your data.

  • Legal Requirements: If required by law, such as to comply with a subpoena, court order, or Illinois laws like the Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA).

  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of Glitterfly Studios, your information may be transferred as part of the business assets, with notice provided to you.

4. Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality and analyze usage. Cookies may track browsing behavior, such as pages visited or time spent on our site. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may affect website functionality. We use web analytics to understand visitor interactions, ensuring data is anonymized where possible.

5. Data Security

We prioritize the security of your information by:

  • Using secure platform for website hosting and data storage.

  • Encrypting payment transactions through trusted processors.

  • Restricting access to your personal information to authorized personnel only. While we take reasonable measures to protect your data, no online system is entirely secure. We strive to safeguard your information but cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have rights regarding your personal information, including:

  • Access and Correction: Request access to or correction of your data by contacting us.

  • Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from email communications by clicking the unsubscribe link in our emails.

  • Cookies: Adjust cookie settings in your browser to limit tracking.

  • Do Not Track: Our website cannot currently respond to browser “Do Not Track” signals, but we respect your privacy preferences where possible.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our website and booking services are not intended for individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors without parental consent. If you believe we have collected data from a minor, please contact us to have it removed.

8. International Users

Glitterfly Studios operates in Springfield, IL, and our services are primarily for U.S. residents, though we do on occasion book international contracts. If you access our website from outside the U.S., your data may be processed in the U.S., subject to U.S. laws. By using our services, you consent to this transfer and processing.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on our website with a revised effective date. We encourage you to review it periodically.

10. Contact Us

For questions, concerns, or to exercise your privacy rights, please contact Glitterfly Studios at:

  • Email: glitterflystudios@gmail.com

  • Phone: 862-GLITTER

Thank you for choosing Glitterfly Studios for your photography needs. I’m honored to serve you!