Privacy & Cookie Policy
Effective Date: 17/03/2026
Last Updated:
1. Introduction
This Privacy & Cookie Policy explains how Brandwood Photography (“we”, “our”, “us”) collects, uses, and protects your personal data when you visit:
https://brandwoodphotography.co.uk/
We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring your personal data is handled in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
2. Who We Are
Brandwood Photography is operated by John Brandwood, a professional photographer offering portrait, event, editorial, and commercial photography services.
📞 07831 495 518
3. What Personal Data We Collect
a) Information You Provide
When you use the contact form or communicate with us, we may collect:
Name
Email address
Phone number (if provided)
Details of your enquiry or project
(Example: via the contact form on the website)
b) Automatically Collected Data
When you browse the website, we may collect:
IP address
Browser type and version
Device information
Pages visited and time spent
4. How We Use Your Data
We use your personal data to:
Respond to enquiries and provide information or quotes
Communicate about photography services
Manage client relationships
Improve website functionality and performance
Maintain website security
We do not send marketing communications unless you have given consent.
5. Lawful Basis for Processing
We process personal data under:
Legitimate interests – responding to enquiries and operating the business
Contract – where services are agreed
Consent – where required (e.g. optional communications)
6. Data Sharing
We do not sell or rent your personal data.
We may share your data with:
Website hosting providers
IT support services
Professional advisers (e.g. accountants)
Legal authorities where required
All third parties are required to process data securely.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary:
Enquiries: up to 12–24 months
Client/project records: up to 6 years
Data is securely deleted when no longer required.
8. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
Access your personal data
Request correction
Request deletion
Restrict processing
Object to processing
Request data portability
To exercise your rights, contact us using the details above.
You also have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO):
https://www.ico.org.uk
Cookies Policy
9. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help improve functionality and user experience.
10. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
Required for the operation of the website, including:
Navigation
Contact form functionality
Analytics Cookies
Used to understand how visitors interact with the website, including:
Pages visited
Time spent on site
Functional Cookies
Used to improve usability and remember preferences (if applicable).
11. Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings, including:
Blocking cookies
Deleting cookies
Setting preferences for specific websites
Please note: disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
12. Third-Party Services
We may use third-party tools such as:
Website analytics services
Embedded content or external links
These providers may collect data according to their own privacy policies.
13. Data Security
We take appropriate measures to protect your data, including:
Secure hosting environments
Access controls
Protection against unauthorised access
However, no system can be completely secure.
14. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy & Cookie Policy from time to time.
Any updates will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.
15. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this policy or your personal data, please contact:
📞 07831 495 518