Privacy Policy
AI for Photographers Workshop ("we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website https://www.aiforphotographersworkshop.com ("the Site") and use our services. It also outlines your rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
By using the Site, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use the Site.
Information We Collect
We collect various types of personal data from you to provide and improve our services. This data includes:
1. Personal Data You Provide
Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and other personal identifiers when you register for a course, sign up for our newsletter, or contact us via the Site.
Payment Information: When purchasing our services, you may provide payment details, but we do not store these on our servers. Payments are processed securely via third-party providers (e.g., PayPal, Stripe).
User-Generated Content: Any feedback, comments, or communications you provide through the Site.
2. Data Collected Automatically
Usage Data: We may collect information about how you access and use the Site, including IP addresses, browser type, and device identifiers.
Cookies: We use cookies to enhance your experience on the Site. These are small data files stored on your device that track user activity. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect certain features of the Site.
3. Third-Party Data
We may receive information from third-party services you use, such as payment processors or social media platforms, in compliance with their privacy policies.
How We Use Your Data
We use your personal data in the following ways:
To Provide Services: We use your contact information to deliver educational content, register you for courses, and process payments.
To Improve Our Site and Services: We analyze usage data to enhance the user experience and develop new services.
For Marketing Communications: With your consent, we may use your contact details to send newsletters, promotions, and other marketing materials. You can opt out of these communications at any time.
To Comply with Legal Obligations: We may process personal data to comply with tax, legal, or regulatory obligations.
Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:
Consent: When you voluntarily provide us with your information, for example, by signing up for a course or newsletter.
Contractual Necessity: To fulfill our contractual obligations when you purchase a course or service.
Legitimate Interests: To improve our services, market to existing customers, and ensure the security of the Site.
Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws and regulations.
Data Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties. However, we may share your information with trusted third-party service providers, such as payment processors and website analytics providers, in order to:
Process payments and deliver services
Analyze website traffic and user behavior
Send email communications (via Squarespace Email)
These third parties are required to process your personal data in a secure and confidential manner and only for the purposes specified by us.
Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including for legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. You may request deletion of your data at any time, except where we are required by law to retain it.
Your GDPR Rights
Under GDPR, if you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
Right to Access: You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
Right to Rectification: You can request that we correct any inaccuracies in your personal data.
Right to Erasure: You can request the deletion of your personal data under certain circumstances.
Right to Restrict Processing: You can request that we restrict the processing of your personal data.
Right to Data Portability: You can request a copy of your personal data in a machine-readable format.
Right to Object: You can object to the processing of your personal data for direct marketing purposes or based on legitimate interests.
Right to Withdraw Consent: If you have given consent to the processing of your data, you may withdraw this consent at any time.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at support@aiforphotographersworkshop.com. We will respond to your request within 30 days.
Data Security
We take the security of your personal data seriously and implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect it from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
International Transfers
Your personal data may be transferred to, and processed in, countries outside the EEA, where data protection laws may differ. When transferring your data internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses or other legally recognized mechanisms.
Third-Party Links
The Site may contain links to third-party websites or services. This Privacy Policy does not apply to such third-party sites, and we are not responsible for their content, privacy practices, or terms. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of those third-party websites before providing any personal data.
Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for children under 18 years of age, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If we become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, we will take steps to delete that information.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be posted on this page, with the "Last Updated" date indicating when changes were made. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed of any updates.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact us at:
AI for Photographers Workshop
Email: support@aiforphotographersworkshop.com