Privacy Policy
Effective Date: Updated May 2026
At Marcie Costello Photography, protecting your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you interact with our studio, website, and photography services.
Information We Collect
We may collect personal information including:
- Names of parents or guardians
- Email addresses
- Telephone numbers
- Mailing addresses
- Information related to your newborn and family members that you voluntarily provide
- Appointment and session details
- Photographs and digital images created during your session
- Payment and billing information (processed through secure third-party providers)
How We Use Your Information
We collect and use personal information to:
- Schedule and manage photography sessions
- Communicate regarding appointments, products, and services
- Process payments and orders
- Deliver galleries, prints, and digital products
- Maintain business records
- Improve our services and customer experience
- Meet legal and regulatory requirements
Image Usage and Model Release
Images may only be displayed on our website, social media accounts, marketing materials, studio displays, publications, competitions, or promotional materials if you have provided consent. You may withdraw your consent for future marketing use at any time by contacting us in writing.
Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information.
We may share information with trusted service providers that help us operate our business, including:
- Online gallery providers
- Professional print laboratories
- Payment processors
- Website hosting providers
- Email communication services
These providers are required to maintain appropriate security and confidentiality standards.
Data Security
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect personal information and digital images against unauthorized access, disclosure, loss, or misuse.
While no system can guarantee absolute security, we strive to use commercially reasonable safeguards to protect your information.
Retention of Information
Client information and images may be retained for business, archival, legal, and customer service purposes. We reserve the right to archive or permanently delete image files after a reasonable period of time.
Clients are encouraged to download and back up purchased digital files upon delivery.
Your Rights
You may request access to your personal information or request corrections to inaccurate information by contacting us.
You may also withdraw consent for future marketing use of your images at any time, subject to legal or contractual obligations.
Cookies and Website Analytics
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience, analyze website traffic, and enhance website functionality.
You may disable cookies through your browser settings, although some website features may not function properly.
Compliance with Canadian Privacy Laws
We manage personal information in accordance with applicable Canadian privacy legislation, including the principles outlined in the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) where applicable.
Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:
Marcie Costello Photography
www.marciephoto.ca
admin@marciephoto.ca