Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect both personal and non-personal data, either provided by you or gathered automatically.

Personal Data You Provide

• Name, email, phone, and address
  
  

• Session details, preferences, and intake forms
  
  

• Social media handles and public profile data
  
  

• Payment and billing information (processed securely via Square or PayPal)
  
  

• Survey, giveaway, or contest entries
  
  

• Comments, inquiries, or support requests
  
  

Automatically Collected Data

• IP address, browser, and operating system
  
  

• Pages viewed, time spent, and referring URLs
  
  

• Device type and location (if enabled)
  
  

• Tracking pixels (Facebook, Google, Meta)
  
  

• Cookie and session data
  
  

Social Media & Mobile Apps
When you interact with us on platforms like Facebook or Instagram, we may collect public profile information and engagement activity. Mobile interactions may share device or location data.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

• Provide, deliver, and personalize our services
  
  

• Process bookings and transactions
  
  

• Respond to inquiries and support requests
  
  

• Send newsletters, reminders, and promotions
  
  

• Manage contests, giveaways, and surveys
  
  

• Analyze usage to improve our services
  
  

• Prevent fraud or abuse
  
  

• Comply with legal obligations
  
  

• Customize advertising and retargeting campaigns
  
  

We may create user profiles to enhance your experience but do not use automated decision-making that significantly affects you without human review.

3. Sharing Your Information

We share your data only with trusted third parties who assist in running our business, including:

• Acuity – appointment scheduling
  
  

• CloudSpot – image delivery and galleries
  
  

• Square – payment processing
  
  

• Meta (Facebook/Instagram), Pinterest, TikTok – advertising and analytics
  
  

• Google Analytics – website behavior tracking
  
  

• Go High Level, Twilio – email and SMS communications
  
  

• Dropbox – image backup
  
  

We may also share data:

• When required by law
  
  

• To protect rights, property, or safety
  
  

• With your consent, to affiliates or advertisers
  
  

• In connection with a business transfer or sale
  
  

We do not sell your personal information.

4. Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, pixels, log files, and web beacons to improve your browsing experience.
You may control cookies via your browser or opt out through:

• Network Advertising Initiative Opt-Out Tool
  
  

• Digital Advertising Alliance Opt-Out Tool
  
  

5. Analytics

We use Google Analytics and similar tools to understand site usage. Data may be processed in Canada. You can disable tracking through your browser settings.

6. Data Processing & Legal Basis

We process your data under:

• Your consent
  
  

• Contractual obligations
  
  

• Legitimate business interests
  
  

• Legal compliance
  
  

We may use your information for security, recordkeeping, and compliance purposes.

7. Data Transfers & International Use

Our website is hosted in Canada. If you access services from outside Canada, your data may be transferred internationally. Where applicable, protections such as Standard Contractual Clauses apply.

8. Data Retention

We retain your data only as long as needed for its purpose or as required by law. You may request deletion at info@bare-elegance.ca.
We cannot control data retained by third-party services.

9. Data Security

We use:

• SSL encryption
  
  

• Secure payment gateways
  
  

• Access controls
  
  

No method of transmission is 100% secure, and you accept the inherent risks of transmitting data online.

10. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may:

• Access, correct, or delete your data
  
  

• Withdraw consent or opt out of marketing
  
  

• Request a copy or transfer of your data
  
  

• Restrict or object to processing
  
  

• File a complaint with a data authority
  
  

Requests: info@bare-elegance.ca (ID verification may be required).

11. Alberta Privacy Rights

If you reside in Alberta, you may:

• Request details on what personal data we hold and who we’ve shared it with
  
  

• Request deletion of your data
  
  

• Opt out of data sharing for marketing purposes
  
  

• Request removal of public content if under 18
  
  

Requests: info@bare-elegance.ca with “Alberta Privacy Rights” in the subject line.

12. Children’s Privacy

Our services are for women 18+. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If we learn otherwise, we will delete such data.

13. Marketing Emails

If you opt in, we may send newsletters, promotions, and event invites. You may unsubscribe anytime via email or the unsubscribe link.
We may keep a record of past subscribers for marketing analysis.

14. External Links

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites linked on our site. Review their policies before sharing personal information.

15. Severability

If any part of this policy is found invalid, the remainder remains in effect.

16. Entire Agreement

This Privacy Policy, together with our Terms of Use, forms the full agreement between you and Bare Elegance Boudoir Photography.

17. Jurisdiction

This policy is governed by the laws of the province of Alberta, and disputes will be resolved in Alberta courts.

18. Contact Us

Questions or requests: info@bare-elegance.ca