Terms of Use & Privacy Policy

1. Introduction
Welcome to Emmy & Ollie Photography ("we," "us," or "our"). We are a photography business based in Michigan. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit our website emmyolliephoto.com (the "Site") and use our services.

By using our Site, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this policy, please do not use our Site.

2. Information We Collect
A. Information You Provide Directly
When you complete a contact or inquiry form on our Site, we collect the following personal information:
Full name
Email address
Mailing address
Phone number
Any additional information you voluntarily include in your message

We collect this information solely for the purpose of responding to your inquiries and providing photography services.

B. Information Collected Automatically (Google Analytics)
We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC, to help us understand how visitors use our Site. Google Analytics collects information such as:
IP address (anonymized where applicable)
Browser type and version
Device type and operating system
Pages visited and time spent on each page
Referring website or source
Geographic location (country/region level)
Date and time of your visit

Google Analytics uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect this data. This information is aggregated and used to analyze site traffic and improve our website. We do not combine this data with the personal information you submit through our contact forms.

For more information on how Google uses data collected through Google Analytics, please visit: https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites

3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
To respond to your inquiries and communicate with you about our photography services
To provide quotes, book sessions, and fulfill service agreements
To send confirmation emails or follow-up communications related to your inquiry
To improve our website and understand how visitors interact with our content (via Google Analytics)
To comply with applicable legal obligations

We will not use your personal information for unsolicited marketing communications without your prior consent.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our Site uses cookies and similar tracking technologies. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us analyze web traffic and remember your preferences.

Specifically, Google Analytics places cookies on your device to track your interactions with our Site. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of some parts of our Site.

To opt out of Google Analytics tracking across all websites, you may install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on available at: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

5. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:
Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website or conducting our business (e.g., email platforms, scheduling tools), subject to confidentiality obligations.
Google Analytics: As described above, usage data is shared with Google LLC for analytics purposes.
Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, court order, or governmental authority, or to protect our rights, safety, or the safety of others.
Business Transfer: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of our business, your information may be transferred to the new owner, subject to the same privacy protections described herein.

6. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including responding to your inquiry, completing a service engagement, and complying with any applicable legal, accounting, or reporting obligations.

If you would like us to delete your personal information from our records, please contact us using the information provided in Section 10 below. We will honor your request subject to any legal retention requirements.

7. Data Security
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

If you have reason to believe your personal information has been compromised, please contact us immediately.

8. Your Rights Under Applicable Law
A. Michigan Residents
Michigan does not currently have a comprehensive consumer data privacy law equivalent to California's CCPA. However, as a Michigan-based business, we are committed to transparent data practices and honoring reasonable requests to access, correct, or delete your personal information. Michigan residents may also have rights under federal laws described below.

B. Federal Rights (All U.S. Residents)
Under applicable U.S. federal law, you may have the right to:
Request access to the personal information we hold about you
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal limitations
Opt out of certain data uses, including marketing communications

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information in Section 10. We will respond to verifiable requests within a reasonable timeframe, typically within 30 days.

C. Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete it promptly. If you believe we may have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

9. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites, including social media platforms or vendor sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites and encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information. This Privacy Policy applies solely to information collected by our Site.

10. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the personal information we hold about you, please contact us at:

Emmy & Ollie Photography
Emily Irwin
365 Nichols Dr.
Saline, Michigan 48176
Email: emily@emmyolliephoto.com
Phone: 734.646.7504

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. When we do, we will revise the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information. Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.