Privacy Policy
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Last Updated: 12 December 2025
This Privacy Policy explains how Merrick Cousley Photography (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit our website, make a booking, send an inquiry, or use our photography services. We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and handling your data with transparency and care.
1. Information We Collect
Personal Information
We may collect the following personal details when you interact with us:
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Name
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Email address
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Phone number
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Address or event location
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Social media handles
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Billing and payment information
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Any information voluntarily shared through contact forms or messages
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Photography & Media
As part of our services, we may collect:
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Photographs and video of you and your event
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Model release forms (when applicable)
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Preferences related to style, editing, or usage rights
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Website Data (Automatically Collected)
Our website may automatically collect:
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IP address
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Browser type
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Device information
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Pages visited
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Cookies and analytics data (e.g., Google Analytics, Wix Analytics)
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for:
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Responding to inquiries
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Providing photography services
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Booking, scheduling, and communicating with clients
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Sending invoices and processing payments
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Delivering edited images and galleries
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Improving website performance and user experience
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Marketing (only with your consent)
3. Sharing of Information
We do not sell your personal data.
We may share information with:
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Secure online gallery platforms (e.g., Pixieset, ShootProof)
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Payment processors (e.g., PayPal, EzeePayments, WiPay)
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Third-party service providers necessary for business operations
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Authorities if legally required
All third-party providers are required to maintain strong privacy and data protection practices.
4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies, pixels, and analytics tools to:
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Improve website functionality
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Understand visitor behavior
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Personalize your experience
You can disable cookies through your browser settings at any time.
5. Storage & Security
We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information from:
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Unauthorized access
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Loss or theft
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Alteration or misuse
Your data is stored securely using encrypted or protected systems through Wix, cloud platforms, and reputable third-party providers.
6. International Clients
If you are located outside Jamaica, please note that your information may be transferred and stored in Jamaica or other regions where third-party services operate.
We ensure data is handled in compliance with international privacy standards.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
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Access your personal data
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Request correction or deletion
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Restrict or object to processing
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Withdraw consent
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Request a copy of your information
To exercise your rights, contact us at:
8. Retention Period
We retain personal data only as long as necessary to:
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Deliver contracted services
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Comply with legal and tax obligations
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Maintain archives for portfolio and business records (with consent)
Clients may request removal of images from public portfolios at any time.
9. Links to Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to external sites.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites.
10. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
11. Contact Information
For any questions about this Privacy Policy or to make a data request, contact:
Merrick Cousley Photography
📞 876-597-1168
Instagram: @merrickcousleyphotography
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