Last Updated on September 2026
By using our website, you agree to the collection and use of information as described in this policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the site.
Information We Collect
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including: Contact form submissions: Your name, email address, phone number (if provided), and any details you include in your message — such as event dates, session types, or project descriptions.
Booking inquiries: Information related to scheduling a photography session, including your name, contact details, event or session details, preferred dates, and location.
Newsletter sign-up: Your email address when you subscribe to our mailing list.
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, certain information is collected automatically through cookies and similar technologies:
Analytics data: We use Google Analytics to collect information about how visitors interact with our site, including pages viewed, time spent on pages, referring URLs, browser type, device type, operating system, and approximate geographic location (city or region level). Google Analytics uses cookies to gather this data. The information collected is aggregated and anonymized where possible.
Log data: Our web server may automatically record your IP address, browser type, referring/exit pages, and timestamps when you access the site.
Cookies: Small data files stored on your device that help us understand site usage and improve your experience. See the "Cookies" section below for more detail.
How We Use Your Information
Introduction
JCP Headshots ("we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you visit our website, how we use it, and your rights regarding that information.
By using our website, you agree to the collection and use of information as described in this policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the site.
Information We Collect
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:
Contact form submissions: Your name, email address, phone number (if provided), and any details you include in your message — such as event dates, session types, or project descriptions.
Booking inquiries: Information related to scheduling a photography session, including your name, contact details, event or session details, preferred dates, and location.
Newsletter sign-up: Your email address when you subscribe to our mailing list.
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, certain information is collected automatically through cookies and similar technologies:
Analytics data: We use Google Analytics to collect information about how visitors interact with our site, including pages viewed, time spent on pages, referring URLs, browser type, device type, operating system, and approximate geographic location (city or region level). Google Analytics uses cookies to gather this data. The information collected is aggregated and anonymized where possible.
Log data: Our web server may automatically record your IP address, browser type, referring/exit pages, and timestamps when you access the site.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
To respond to your inquiries and contact form submissions
To schedule and manage photography sessions and bookings
To send newsletters, promotions, or updates you have opted in to receive
To analyze website traffic and improve our site's content, layout, and functionality
To maintain the security and integrity of our website
To comply with legal obligations
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.
Cookies
Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies. The types of cookies we use include:
Essential cookies: Necessary for the basic functionality of the website, such as session management.
Analytics cookies: Used by Google Analytics to collect anonymized data about site usage and visitor behavior. These cookies help us understand which pages are most popular and how visitors navigate the site.
You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies, though doing so may affect your experience on our site. You can also opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on.
Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services that may collect or process your data:
Google Analytics: For website traffic analysis. Google's privacy policy is available at policies.google.com/privacy.
Email marketing service: We use a third-party email service provider [Email Octopus] to manage our newsletter mailing list. Your email address is shared with this provider solely for the purpose of delivering newsletters you have subscribed to.
These third-party services have their own privacy policies governing how they handle your data.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy:
Contact form submissions and booking inquiries: Retained for as long as needed to respond to your inquiry and manage the client relationship, then deleted or anonymized.
Newsletter subscriber data: Retained until you unsubscribe from our mailing list. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in every newsletter email.
Analytics data: Retained in accordance with Google Analytics' data retention settings.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on where you live, you may have specific rights regarding your personal information:
For California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)
If you are a California resident, you have the right to:
Know what personal information we collect, use, and disclose about you Delete your personal information, subject to certain exceptions
Opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information (we do not sell or share your personal information as defined under the CCPA/CPRA)
Non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights Correct inaccurate personal information we hold about you
For Residents of Other US States with Privacy Laws
Several other US states — including Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, Texas, Oregon, Montana, and others — have enacted consumer privacy laws. If you are a resident of one of these states, you may have similar rights to access, delete, correct, and opt out of certain processing of your personal information. Contact us using the information below to exercise these rights.
For All Visitors
Regardless of your location, you may:
Unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any email we send
Request deletion of any personal information you have submitted through our contact form or booking inquiries
Opt out of analytics tracking by adjusting your browser's cookie settings or installing the Google Analytics opt-out add-on
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the email address listed below. We will respond to your request within the timeframe required by applicable law (typically 30–45 days).
Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include using secure hosting, encrypted connections (HTTPS), and limiting access to personal data to those who need it to perform their duties.
However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13 (or 16, where applicable under state law). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will promptly delete it.
Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) setting. There is currently no universally accepted standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. At this time, our site does not respond to DNT signals, but you can opt out of analytics tracking using the methods described in the "Cookies" section above.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or for other operational reasons. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your privacy rights, or have concerns about how your information is handled, please contact us: hello@jcpheadshots.com
Email: hello@jcpheadshots.com