Viso Photography – Privacy Policy (2026 Updated Version)

Last Updated: May 2026
Business Name: Viso Photography
Website: https://www.visophotography.com
Email: hello@visophotography.com
Phone: 0161 706 0208
Location: Manchester, United Kingdom

Summary of 2026 Privacy Policy Updates

NEW SECTIONS ADDED

GDPR & UK Data Protection Compliance
Photography Client Data Handling
Cookie & Analytics Transparency
AI & Image Protection Clauses
Data Retention Policy
Client Image Storage Policy
Marketing & Consent Controls
Children's Privacy & Guardian Consent
Third-Party Services Disclosure
Website Security Measures
User Rights Under UK GDPR

UPDATED FOR SEO & GOOGLE INDEXING

SEO-friendly URL structure
Clear heading hierarchy for Google indexing
Photography-specific legal language
HTTPS references throughout
Structured metadata recommendations

REMOVED

Generic SaaS platform language
Irrelevant account-management clauses

PRIVACY POLICY

1. INTRODUCTION

Viso Photography (“we”, “our”, or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, process, and protect your information when you:

Visit our website
Book photography services
Contact us
Submit enquiries
Participate in photography sessions
Interact with our social media or marketing

Website:

https://www.visophotography.com

By using our website or services, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

UPDATED – Photography-Specific Data Collection

We may collect the following personal information:

Contact Information

Name
Email address
Phone number
Billing information
Postal address

Photography Session Information

Event details
Booking preferences
Image selections
Special requests
Consent preferences

Technical Information

IP address
Browser type
Device information
Website usage data
Cookie data

Marketing Information

Newsletter preferences
Social media interactions
Advertising engagement

3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

UPDATED – GDPR Transparency Improvements

We use your information to:

Process bookings
Deliver photography services
Communicate regarding sessions or events
Deliver digital galleries and photographs
Improve our website and services
Respond to enquiries
Prevent fraud or misuse
Meet legal and tax obligations

Where consent is required, we will request it clearly before processing.

4. LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING

NEW – UK GDPR Compliance Section

Under UK GDPR, we process personal information under the following lawful bases:

Contractual necessity
Legitimate interests
Legal obligations
Consent

You may withdraw consent at any time where processing relies on consent.

5. PHOTOGRAPHS & IMAGE USAGE

UPDATED – Photography-Specific Image Policy

Photographs taken during sessions may be:

Delivered to clients
Stored securely
Used for editing purposes
Used in portfolios and marketing where consent has been granted

If you do not wish your images to be used publicly, you must notify us before your session.

For clients under 18 years old, consent must be provided by a parent or legal guardian.

6. COPYRIGHT & IMAGE PROTECTION

NEW – AI & Image Protection Terms

All photographs remain the intellectual property of Viso Photography.

Clients may not:

Upload images into AI generators
Use images for AI model training
Remove watermarks
Sell or redistribute images without permission
Edit images in a misleading or defamatory way

Commercial licensing must be agreed separately in writing.

7. COOKIES & WEBSITE TRACKING

UPDATED – Cookie Transparency for 2026

Our website may use cookies and tracking technologies to:

Improve website functionality
Analyse traffic and performance
Support marketing and advertising campaigns
Enhance user experience

Cookies may include:

Essential cookies
Analytics cookies
Marketing cookies
Social media integration cookies

You can manage cookies through your browser settings.

A dedicated Cookie Policy may also be provided.

8. THIRD-PARTY SERVICES

NEW – External Platform Disclosure

We may use trusted third-party providers including:

Website hosting providers
Online gallery systems
Payment processors
Email marketing services
Analytics providers
Social media platforms

These providers may process data on our behalf under their own privacy policies.

We are not responsible for third-party websites linked from our website.

9. DATA STORAGE & SECURITY

UPDATED – Security Improvements

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information.

This may include:

Secure passwords
Encrypted systems
Restricted data access
Secure cloud storage
HTTPS website encryption

However, no online system can guarantee complete security.

10. DATA RETENTION

NEW – Photography Storage Terms

We retain personal information and photographs only for as long as reasonably necessary.

Client galleries and photographs may be removed after a retention period.

We strongly recommend clients download and back up all delivered files promptly.

Viso Photography is not responsible for archived or deleted files after the retention period expires.

11. MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS

UPDATED – Email & Marketing Consent

We may occasionally send:

Promotions
Photography offers
Service updates
Newsletters

You may unsubscribe at any time using the unsubscribe link or by contacting us directly.

We do not sell your personal information.

12. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY

NEW – Under-18 Protection Clause

Our services are not directed toward children without parental or guardian involvement.

Where photography sessions involve minors, consent must be provided by a parent or legal guardian.

13. YOUR RIGHTS UNDER UK GDPR

NEW – User Rights Section

You have the right to:

Access your personal information
Correct inaccurate information
Request deletion of information
Restrict processing
Object to processing
Withdraw consent
Request data portability
Lodge a complaint with the ICO

To exercise your rights, contact:

hello@visophotography.com

14. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

NEW – International Access Clarification

If you access our website outside the United Kingdom, your information may be transferred to and processed within the UK.

By using our services, you consent to this transfer where legally permitted.

15. WEBSITE ACCESSIBILITY

NEW – Accessibility Commitment

We aim to make our website accessible to all users.

If you experience accessibility issues while using our website or services, please contact us.

16. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.

Updated versions will be published on our website with a revised “Last Updated” date.

Continued use of our services after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

17. CONTACT INFORMATION

Viso Photography
Manchester, United Kingdom
Phone: 0161 706 0208
Email: hello@visophotography.com
Website: https://www.visophotography.com