Privacy Policy
Your privacy matters to us. This page explains how information is collected, used, and protected when you interact with Tony Porter Photography & Films.
Privacy Policy
Effective Date: May 21, 2026
Tony Porter Photography & Films (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information.
This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, disclosed, and protected when you visit tonyporterphoto.com, submit an inquiry, communicate with us, or use our services.
By using this website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Session or project details
- Scheduling information
- Any information you provide through contact forms, consultation requests, or direct communications
If you communicate with us by email, SMS/text, or through client management platforms, we may retain those communications for customer service, scheduling, and business record purposes.
We may also automatically collect certain technical and usage information, including:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device type
- Pages visited
- Time spent on the website
- Referral source
- General geographic location
- Website interaction behavior
How We Use Your Information
We may use collected information to:
- Respond to inquiries
- Schedule consultations, sessions, or appointments
- Deliver photography and film services
- Manage client communications
- Process contracts, invoices, and workflows
- Improve website functionality and user experience
- Analyze website traffic and performance
- Protect against spam, fraud, misuse, or unauthorized activity
- Comply with legal, regulatory, or business obligations
Where you have provided consent, we may send service-related updates and, in the future, promotional communications about offerings, announcements, or special opportunities.
You may opt out of promotional communications at any time.
SMS / Text Communications
If you provide your mobile phone number, we may use it for service-related communications, including:
- Inquiry follow-up
- Appointment scheduling
- Session reminders
- Client communication updates
These communications may be sent directly by us or through our business systems, including HoneyBook.
At a future date, we may offer promotional SMS/text marketing communications, such as announcements, offers, or service updates, where legally permitted and with appropriate consent.
Message frequency may vary. Standard carrier messaging and data rates may apply.
You may opt out of promotional text communications at any time by replying STOP, where applicable, or by contacting us directly.
We do not sell, rent, or share SMS consent data or phone numbers with third parties for their marketing purposes.
Cookies and Analytics
Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve user experience and understand website performance.
These technologies may collect information such as:
- Website pages visited
- Session duration
- Browser/device information
- Referral source
- User interaction behavior
We may use tools including:
- Google Analytics
- Google Search Console
- Website performance and optimization tools
- Security and anti-spam services
You may manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.
Disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
Contact Forms and Spam Protection
When you submit a form on our website, your information may be processed through website form tools, integrations, and anti-spam protection services.
These may include:
- Form handling plugins or integrations
- Cloudflare Turnstile (or similar anti-spam technologies)
- Website hosting security systems
These tools help protect the website against spam, abuse, and automated submissions.
Client Relationship Management (CRM)
We use HoneyBook to manage inquiries, scheduling, contracts, invoices, workflows, and client communications.
Information submitted through inquiries, booking requests, consultations, or related communications may be securely processed through HoneyBook in accordance with their privacy practices.
Third-Party Services
We may use trusted third-party service providers to support our business operations, including:
Third-Party Services
- Google services
- HoneyBook
- Payment processors
- Website hosting providers
- Security and anti-spam services
- Social media platforms
- Video hosting or embedded media providers
These providers may process information only as necessary to perform their services.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites or external platforms.
Social Media and External Links
Our website may contain links to external websites or social media platforms.
These may include:
- YouTube
- HoneyBook scheduling or inquiry pages
When you leave our website, your interactions are governed by the privacy policies of those third-party platforms.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as reasonably necessary to:
- Provide requested services
- Maintain business records
- Fulfill contractual obligations
- Meet tax, accounting, or legal requirements
- Resolve disputes
- Enforce agreements
Retention periods may vary depending on the type of information involved.
Data Security
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, misuse, disclosure, or alteration.
However, no internet transmission or electronic storage method can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
Accordingly, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Children’s Privacy
This website is not directed to children under 13.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without appropriate parental involvement where required by law.
Because some services may involve minors (such as senior portrait sessions), communication and booking may be conducted through a parent, guardian, or authorized adult where appropriate.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including the right to:
- Request access to personal information we maintain
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion where legally permitted
- Opt out of promotional communications
To make a privacy-related request, please contact us using the information below.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
Continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Information
Tony Porter Photography & Films
North Carolina, United States
Email: studio@tonyporterphoto.com
Website: tonyporterphoto.com