Privacy Policy for Lee Button Photography

Last updated: 1/02/2026

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how Lee Button Photography (“we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit our website leebutton.photography or contact us for photography services. If you have any questions, you can reach us at lee@leebutton.photography.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

We may collect personal information when you:

  • Fill out a contact form

  • Book a session

  • Subscribe to updates or newsletters

  • Communicate with us by email

This may include:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Event details

  • Any other information you choose to share

2.2 Photography Content

As part of our services, we may collect and store:

  • Photographs and video footage

  • Metadata associated with images

  • Model release or consent forms

2.3 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Device information

  • Pages visited

  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

This helps us improve website performance and user experience.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Respond to enquiries

  • Provide photography services

  • Deliver and manage your images

  • Maintain internal records

  • Improve our website

  • Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.

4. Legal Basis for Processing (UK GDPR)

We process your data under one or more of the following legal bases:

  • Consent — when you voluntarily provide information

  • Contract — to deliver agreed photography services

  • Legitimate Interests — such as improving our website

  • Legal Obligation — for tax or regulatory compliance

5. Sharing Your Information

We may share your information with:

  • Trusted service providers (e.g., image hosting, printing labs)

  • Payment processors

  • Legal authorities if required

All third parties are required to keep your data secure and use it only for the intended purpose.

6. Image Rights & Usage

We will only use your photographs for:

  • Portfolio display

  • Social media

  • Marketing materials

if you have given explicit consent through a model release or written agreement.

You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting lee@leebutton.photography.

7. Data Storage & Security

We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your data, including:

  • Secure servers

  • Encrypted backups

  • Restricted access to client galleries

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy.

8. Your Rights (UK GDPR)

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Request corrections

  • Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”)

  • Object to processing

  • Request data portability

  • Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, contact lee@leebutton.photography.

9. Cookies

Our website may use cookies to:

  • Improve functionality

  • Analyse traffic

  • Enhance user experience

You can disable cookies in your browser settings if you prefer.

10. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be posted on this page.

12. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, contact:

Lee Button Photography Email: lee@leebutton.photography

 

🍪 Cookie Policy for Lee Button Photography

Last updated: 1/02/2026

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help improve your browsing experience and allow us to understand how visitors use our site.

2. How We Use Cookies

We may use cookies to:

  • Improve website performance

  • Analyse traffic and user behaviour

  • Remember your preferences

  • Support security features

  • Enable embedded content (e.g., galleries, videos)

3. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

Required for the website to function properly. These cannot be disabled.

Analytics Cookies

Used to understand how visitors interact with the site (e.g., Google Analytics).

Functionality Cookies

Remember your preferences to enhance your experience.

Third‑Party Cookies

Some features (e.g., embedded galleries, social media links) may use third‑party cookies.

4. Managing Cookies

You can disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that some features may not function correctly if cookies are disabled.

5. Contact

If you have questions about our Cookie Policy, contact lee@leebutton.photography.

🔐 GDPR Statement for Lee Button Photography

Last updated: 1/02/2026

1. Commitment to Data Protection

Lee Button Photography is committed to complying with the UK GDPR and ensuring your personal data is handled securely, lawfully, and transparently.

2. What Data We Collect

We may collect:

  • Contact details

  • Booking information

  • Photographs and related metadata

  • Payment details (processed securely by third‑party providers)

  • Website usage data

3. Why We Process Your Data

We process data for:

  • Providing photography services

  • Managing bookings and communication

  • Delivering images

  • Marketing (only with consent)

  • Legal and accounting obligations

4. Legal Bases

We rely on:

  • Consent

  • Contractual necessity

  • Legitimate interests

  • Legal obligations

5. Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access your data

  • Request corrections

  • Request deletion

  • Restrict processing

  • Object to processing

  • Request data portability

  • Withdraw consent

To exercise these rights, email lee@leebutton.photography.

6. Data Retention

We keep personal data only as long as necessary for:

  • Providing services

  • Legal compliance

  • Portfolio use (only with consent)

7. Data Security

We use:

  • Secure servers

  • Encrypted backups

  • Restricted access to client galleries

8. Third‑Party Processors

We may use trusted providers for:

  • Image hosting

  • Printing

  • Payment processing

  • Analytics

All third parties comply with GDPR requirements.

9. Contact

For GDPR enquiries, contact lee@leebutton.photography.