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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 29/01/25
Website: katapodis-photography.gr
Contact Email: info@katapodis-photography.gr

1. Introduction

Welcome to Katapodis Photography! Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website.

2. Data We Collect

We collect the following personal data when you use our website:

  • Contact Information: Name, surname, email address, and phone number (when you book an appointment or contact us).
  • Analytics Data: Information about your interactions with our website through Google Analytics and Facebook Pixel (collected anonymously).

3. How We Use Your Data

We process your data for the following purposes:

  • Appointment Bookings: To manage and confirm your photography session bookings.
  • Marketing & Advertising: To send newsletters, promotions, and advertisements via email or social media (only if you have given your consent).
  • Website Analytics: To analyze website traffic and improve user experience.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we process your data based on:

  • Your Consent: When you subscribe to our newsletter or allow cookies for analytics.
  • Contractual Necessity: When you book a session with us.
  • Legitimate Interests: To analyze website performance and enhance user experience.

5. How We Obtain Consent

We obtain user consent through:

  • Contact Forms: By submitting a form, you agree to our processing of your data.
  • Cookie Banner: Our website uses Consent Mode v2, allowing users to accept or decline cookies.
  • Marketing Emails: We only send promotional content if you explicitly opt-in.

6. User Rights Under GDPR

As a user, you have the following rights:

  • Access & Correction: You can request a copy of your personal data and ask for corrections.
  • Data Deletion: You can request deletion of your personal data.
  • Withdraw Consent: You can unsubscribe from our marketing emails at any time.
  • Object to Processing: You can request restrictions on how we process your data.

To exercise these rights, email us at info@katapodis-photography.gr.

7. Data Sharing & Third Parties

We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties for marketing. However, we use third-party services for:

  • Analytics: Google Analytics and Facebook Pixel (for website performance and marketing insights).
  • Security: Our website is hosted on secure servers with SSL encryption and firewall protection.

8. Data Retention

We store personal data for up to 2 years, after which it is securely deleted unless required for legal reasons.

9. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies for analytics and marketing:

  • Google Analytics: Tracks website traffic.
  • Facebook Pixel: Measures ad performance.

You can accept, reject, or customize your cookie preferences via our Cookie Banner.

10. Privacy Policy Updates

We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our Privacy Policy page. We encourage users to review this page regularly.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or requests about your personal data, contact us at:
Email: info@katapodis-photography.gr