Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy
Natalia Vaxman Photography
Website: https://natphotography.ca
Effective Date: February 12, 2026

  1. Introduction

Natalia Vaxman Photography (“we”, “our”, or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information in accordance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) of Canada.

This Privacy Policy explains how personal information is collected, used, disclosed, and safeguarded when you visit natphotography.ca or engage our photography services.

By using this website or booking services, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

  1. Personal Information We Collect

We collect personal information only as necessary to provide photography services and operate our website.

Information you voluntarily provide may include:

  • Full name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Mailing address (if provided)
  • Session details and preferences
  • Payment information
  • Any information submitted through contact forms or booking forms

We may also collect technical information automatically when you visit our website, including:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and device information
  • Pages visited and time spent on the site
  • Referral source
  • Cookies and analytics data
  1. How We Use Your Information

Personal information is used for the following purposes:

  • Responding to inquiries
  • Booking and managing photography sessions
  • Processing payments
  • Delivering online galleries
  • Communicating about your session
  • Improving website functionality and user experience
  • Marketing communications (only where consent has been provided)

We only use personal information for the purposes for which it was collected, unless otherwise required or permitted by law.

  1. Consent

By submitting your information through this website or by booking a session, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information as outlined in this policy.

You may withdraw your consent at any time, subject to legal or contractual obligations, by contacting us directly.

  1. Payment Processing

Payments may be processed through secure third-party providers such as e-transfer services or online payment processors.

Natalia Vaxman Photography does not store full credit card details on our servers. Payment information is handled directly by the secure third-party provider in accordance with their privacy and security policies.

  1. Image Storage and Online Galleries

Client images and galleries may be stored and delivered using secure third-party gallery or cloud storage platforms.

By booking a session, you acknowledge and agree that:

  • Digital files may be stored electronically on secure cloud-based systems.
  • These platforms operate independently and maintain their own privacy and security policies.
  • While reasonable safeguards are used, no digital storage system can guarantee 100% security.

Clients are responsible for downloading and securely backing up their images once delivered. Natalia Vaxman Photography is not responsible for loss of images after gallery expiration or client download.

  1. Cookies and Analytics

This website may use cookies and tracking technologies to enhance user experience and collect analytics data.

We may use tools such as Google Analytics or similar services to understand website traffic and performance. These services may collect anonymized data such as IP address, browser type, and pages visited.

You may disable cookies through your browser settings at any time. Disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

  1. Disclosure of Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

Personal information may be shared only when necessary with trusted third-party service providers, including:

  • Website hosting providers
  • Online gallery platforms
  • Payment processors
  • Marketing or analytics providers

These providers receive only the information necessary to perform their services and are expected to maintain appropriate safeguards.

We may also disclose personal information where required by law.

  1. Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect personal information against loss, theft, unauthorized access, disclosure, copying, use, or modification.

However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure. By using this website, you acknowledge and accept this inherent risk.

  1. Data Retention

Personal information is retained only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law.

Client records and communications may be retained for business, legal, and tax purposes.

  1. Your Rights Under PIPEDA

Under Canadian privacy law, you have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal information
  • Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Withdraw consent for certain uses (where legally permissible)
  • File a complaint regarding privacy practices

Requests must be submitted in writing using the contact information below.

  1. Third-Party Websites

This website may contain links to third-party websites. Natalia Vaxman Photography is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites.

  1. Updates to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements or business practices. The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

  1. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to access or correct your personal information, please contact:

Natalia Vaxman Photography
Email: nataliavaxmanphotography@gmail.com
Phone: 604-202-6762
Website: https://natphotography.ca

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