privacy policy
Photography is Art
Photography is Emotion
This Privacy Policy explains how MAV Designs & Photography ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit our website or use our photography services.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following personal information:
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Event details (date, location, type of session)
Any information you voluntarily provide through contact forms, booking forms, or email communication.
We may also automatically collect limited technical information such as:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Pages visited on our website
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
Respond to enquiries and communicate with you
Manage bookings and photography sessions
Deliver contracted photography services
Send invoices and process payments
Improve our website and services
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.
3. Photography Images
Photographs taken during sessions may be used for:
- Portfolio display
- Website and social media marketing
- Promotional materials
Images will only be used for marketing purposes as outlined in terms and conditions.
4. Third‑Party Services
We may use trusted third‑party services such as:
- Website hosting providers
- Email communication platforms
- Online booking or CRM systems
- Payment processors
These providers only receive the information necessary to perform their services and are required to protect your data.
5. Cookies
Our website may use cookies to:
- Improve website functionality
- Analyse website traffic
You can choose to disable cookies in your browser settings if you prefer.
6. Data Protection & Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from loss, misuse, or unauthorised access. However, no online transmission or storage system can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Request access to the personal information we hold about you
- Request corrections or updates to your information
- Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal and contractual obligations
To make a request, please contact us using the details below.
8. POPIA Compliance (South Africa)
We comply with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and are committed to processing personal information lawfully and responsibly.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.
10. Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:
MAV Designs & Photography
Email: mav1designs.photography@gmail.com
Phone: 071 591 0287
Testimonials
‘Wow Melissa this is beyond beautiful. I really have no words to describe my gratitude. Your work is just breathtaking.
Thank you so much I am sure thee birthday gal will be wowed and happy."
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Testimonials
"Wow, thank you so much for the pictures. I have received them and I love them!
Oh my goodness you were so quick to edit them. But I really love them. I am so happy, I’m really really happy and I would definitely recommend your services.”
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