Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 01/01/2022

At Goddess and Horse Equestrian Photography, I value your trust and am committed to protecting your personal information in line with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs). This Privacy Policy explains what information I collect, how I use it, and how I keep it safe.

By visiting my website, booking a session, or purchasing a product, you agree to the practices outlined below.

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1. Information I Collect

I may collect the following types of information:

• Personal details — name, address, email, phone number

• Booking details — session dates, preferences, and purchase history

• Payment details — securely processed via third-party providers (I do not store your card information)

• Website usage data — IP address, browser type, pages visited (via cookies and analytics tools)

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2. How I Use Your Information

Your information is used to:

• Process bookings, orders, and payments

• Communicate with you about your session and orders

• Send marketing emails or updates (only if you’ve opted in)

• Improve my website and customer experience

• Meet any legal or regulatory requirements

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3. Sharing Your Information

I will never sell or rent your information.

I may share it with:

• Service providers (e.g., print labs, couriers, payment processors) to complete your order

• Marketing platforms (e.g., email services) if you’ve opted in for updates

• Legal authorities when required by law

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4. Cookies & Tracking

My website uses cookies to:

• Improve site performance and functionality

• Analyse visitor behaviour

• Remember your preferences

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may not work as intended.

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5. Data Security

I take reasonable steps to keep your information safe from loss, misuse, or unauthorised access. While I use secure systems, no online transmission can be 100% secure.

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6. Your Rights Under Australian Law

You have the right to:

• Access the personal data I hold about you

• Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete information

• Request deletion of your information (unless I must keep it by law)

• Opt out of marketing at any time via “unsubscribe” or by contacting me directly

If you believe I have breached the Australian Privacy Principles, please contact me so I can resolve your concerns. If you’re not satisfied, you can contact the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) at www.oaic.gov.au.

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7. Third-Party Links

My website may contain links to other sites. I’m not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.

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8. Changes to This Policy

I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

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9. Contact Me

For any privacy-related questions or requests, please contact:

Goddess and Horse Equestrian Photography

📍 Kyneton, Victoria, Australia

📧 goddessandhorse@gmail.com

📞 0466 063 121