Terms & Privacy Policy

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By continuing to use the website, you are agreeing to all terms and conditions provided to you accessible from the link at the footer of each page

If you continue to browse and use this website you are agreeing to comply with and be bound by the following terms and conditions of use, which together with our privacy policy govern ALR Photography’s relationship with you in relation to this website.

The term ‘ALR Photography’ or “Aaron Roberts” or ‘us’ or ‘we’ refers to the owner of the website The term ‘you’ refers to the user or viewer of our website.

The use of this website is subject to the following terms of use:

• The content of the pages of this website is for your general information and use only. It is subject to change without notice.
• Neither we nor any third parties provide any warranty or guarantee as to the accuracy, timeliness, performance, completeness or suitability of the information and materials found or offered on this website for any particular purpose. You acknowledge that such information and materials may contain inaccuracies or errors and we expressly exclude liability for any such inaccuracies or errors to the fullest extent permitted by law.
• Your use of any information or materials on this website is entirely at your own risk, for which we shall not be liable. It shall be your own responsibility to ensure that any products, services or information available through this website meet your specific requirements.
• This website contains material which is owned by or licensed to us. This material includes, but is not limited to, the design, layout, look, appearance and graphics. Reproduction is prohibited other than in accordance with the copyright notice, which forms part of these terms and conditions.
• All trade marks reproduced in this website which are not the property of, or licensed to, the operator are acknowledged on the website.
• Unauthorised use of this website may give rise to a claim for damages and/or be a criminal offence.
• From time to time this website may also include links to other websites. These links are provided for your convenience to provide further information. They do not signify that we endorse the website(s). We have no responsibility for the content of the linked website(s).

Privacy Policy

At ALR Photography, we are committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of our customers, suppliers, employees, and other stakeholders. We operate in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) as well as Romanian Law no. 190/2018, which implements GDPR in Romania. This policy outlines how we collect, process, store, and share personal data in Romania.

Controller Information

ALR Photography is legally registered as ROBERTS AARON LEE PERSOANA FIZICA AUTORIZATA with registration number CUI 41431477. Our registered address is Bulevardul Eroilor 44, Ap.3, Cluj-Napoca, Cluj, 400129 Romania.

Data Collection and Processing

We collect and process personal data of our customers, suppliers, employees, and other stakeholders for legitimate purposes. This includes but is not limited to:

Analytics: We use services such as Google Analytics (https://policies.google.com/privacy) to collect data on website traffic and user behaviour. This information is used to improve our website and services. We rely on our legitimate interest in improving our services as the lawful basis for this processing.

Payments: We utilise secure and trusted payment service providers, including Stripe (https://stripe.com/privacy), Braintree (https://www.paypal.com/us/webapps/mpp/ua/legalhub-full), and PayPal (https://www.paypal.com/us/webapps/mpp/ua/privacy-full), for processing payments made on our website. The personal data collected during the payment process is used solely for the purpose of facilitating the transaction.

Services:

• Booking Service: Our self-hosted booking service collects personal data such as name, contact information, and session preferences to facilitate the reservation of photo sessions. This information is processed based on the legitimate interest of fulfilling a contract or taking steps at the request of the data subject.
• Contact Forms: Our contact forms allow individuals to request information or communicate with ALR Photography. The personal data provided through these forms is used solely for the purpose of responding to inquiries and is processed based on the legitimate interest of providing information or services requested by the data subject.
• Client Areas: Our client areas provide access to features such as payment history and photo proofing galleries for our customers. The personal data collected for these purposes is processed based on the performance of a contract or taking steps at the request of the data subject.

We only collect data that is necessary for the specified purposes and do not retain data for longer than necessary. We take appropriate measures to ensure the accuracy and security of the data we collect.

Data Sharing

We may share personal data with the following third-party service providers who assist us with our operations:

• Payment Processors: We share personal data with payment service providers, including Stripe, Braintree, and PayPal, to facilitate secure payment transactions.
• Hosting and Website Service Providers: We work with hosting and website service providers who may have access to personal data as necessary to provide their services and ensure the proper functioning and security of our website.

We ensure that any third-party service providers we work with are GDPR compliant and adhere to appropriate data protection standards. We have established data processing agreements with these providers to safeguard the personal data shared with them.

We may also share personal data if required by law or legal proceedings, or to protect our legal rights.

Data Subject Rights

Data subjects have the right to access, correct, and delete their personal data, as well as to object to or restrict the processing of their data. We will respond to any data subject requests in a timely manner and in compliance with GDPR and Romanian law.

To facilitate these rights, we have implemented the following pages on our website:

• Data Rectification Request: This page (https://alr-photography.com/client/data-rectification-request/) allows data subjects to request the rectification of any inaccurate or incomplete personal data we hold about them.
• Forget Me: This page (https://alr-photography.com/client/forget-me/) enables data subjects to request the erasure of their personal data from our records, subject to legal obligations and legitimate interests.
• Request Data: This page (https://alr-photography.com/client/request-data/) provides data subjects with the ability to request a copy of their personal data that we hold, in a portable and commonly used format.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding our GDPR policy or how we collect, process, store, or share personal data, please contact us at [email protected] or at our registered address in Romania.

Updates to the Policy

We may update this GDPR policy from time to time to reflect changes in our operations or legal requirements. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed.

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