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Privacy Policy for Skai Chan Photography Services

Welcome to Skai Chan Photography Services. We understand the importance of your privacy and aim to provide you with the best photography experience while safeguarding your personal information. Please read this privacy policy to understand how we handle your data.

Privacy Policy

Collection of Browsing Information

We may collect browsing information through third-party services, such as Google Analytics, to track website traffic, gain insights and protect against spam. This data is crucial for enhancing our services and ensuring a smooth user experience.

Communication Records

All communications between you and Skai Chan Photography will be securely stored as a reference. This helps us improve our photography services and assists in resolving any disputes that may arise.

Information and Photo Viewing

Skai Chan Photography team or advisors may review information provided by clients and photos taken during our photography sessions. This ensures that we can make the best decisions to create high-quality photos that meet your expectations.

Consent for Photo Sharing

Skai Chan Photography works with individuals who are comfortable with their photos being shared on our website and social media platforms, and submitted for photo competitions.

If you wish to keep your photos private, you must make this clear at the beginning of the project. The extra fees for this request are indicated on the packages. We will assess these requests and we reserve the right to decline a project at any point.

Photo Writeups

Skai Chan Photography may create writeups when posting photos on our website or social media. If you have concerns about your name being mentioned, please raise this during the initial consultation.

Creative Freedom

Every writeup is considered the creative work of Skai Chan Photography and we retain all rights to write about various aspects of the shoot, including the challenges encountered. No one has the authority to demand changes to the contents.

Changes and Fees

If a client wishes to make changes to any content after it has been posted, it would cause Skai Chan Photography to be unable to continue providing services to the individual without incurring additional costs or there may be legal consequences.

Additionally, it's crucial to note that any withdrawal of consent for the published image would not only incur additional costs for the amendment but also encompass the effort invested in publishing the images and an extra fee for privacy. Any outstanding payment that the individual has not settled for the initial shoot will also be included.

FAQ

General Privacy Questions

How do you handle my personal information?: I collect your personal information only to communicate with you, book your session and deliver your photos. I don't share it with third parties unless it's necessary to improve my services, protect your information or for legal reasons.
Do you sell or share my information with third parties?: No, I don't sell or share your information for marketing. However, my trusted team members or advisors may review details to help improve the quality of my services.
What browsing data do you collect when I visit your website?: I use third-party services like Google Analytics to track website traffic. This helps improve my services and protect against spam.
Are my emails, messages, or calls with you kept private?: Yes, all communication is kept private. I also keep records for reference, which helps me improve my services and resolve any potential disputes.
Can I ask you to delete my personal data?: Yes, but some records may need to be kept for legal or business reasons.

Photo Usage and Copyrights

Who owns the copyright to my photos?: I do. As the photographer, I retain full copyright. However, you can pay extra to ensure your photos remain private and unpublished. I don't sell full copyright.
Can I use my photos for commercial purposes?: If you want to use your photos commercially, you'll need to get a separate licensing agreement.
Can I request that my photos not be posted anywhere?: Yes, but this must be arranged before the shoot. There's an additional fee to compensate for the lost promotional opportunity.
What if I initially agreed to let you post my photos but change my mind later?: If you withdraw consent after your photos have been published, additional costs will apply. This covers the time and effort spent on publishing, privacy fees and any loss of promotional value.
Will my photos be shared with anyone before they're posted?: Yes, my team or trusted advisors may review them to ensure the best quality.

Privacy and Social Media

If I decide to do a shoot that reveals a lot of skin, such as bodyscape, art or boudoir, and I do not choose the privacy option, how will you handle the photos?: To respect all my clients and ensure the photos are appropriate for public viewing, I will apply self-censorship. For photos that are overly revealing, I may use Photoshop to add mosaics or other forms of censorship to parts that should not appear.
Where will my photos be posted?: Unless you've paid for privacy, your photos may be used on my website, social media, marketing materials, competitions or even for educational purposes.
Can I ask you not to mention my name when you post my photos?: Yes, but you need to let me know at the start of our consultation.
Do you write about the photoshoots when posting images?: Yes, I often share my experience from the shoot, including challenges and creative choices.
Can I ask you to change or remove something in your write-up?: No. My write-ups are my own creative work and I don't allow edits.
Can I request to remove a social media post featuring my photos?: Yes, but this will incur a fee to cover the time and effort spent creating, uploading and removing the content.

Client Requests and Agreements

Can I bring my own privacy agreement?: I work based on my standard terms, but I'm open to discussing reasonable requests before the shoot.
Can I request that nobody sees my photos, including your team?: No. My team or advisors may need to review the photos for editing and quality control.
Do you offer NDAs (Non-Disclosure Agreements)?: Yes, but it comes with an extra fee.
What if I don't want my photos used for marketing but don't want to pay for privacy?: You are free to approach another photographer who's willing to charge you your idea photographer's fee, which includes the privacy option.

Legal and Fees

What happens if my photos are accidentally posted after I requested privacy?: I take privacy seriously. If a mistake happens, I'll remove the images immediately and take corrective action.
Can I get into legal trouble if I use the photos without permission?: Yes. Using copyrighted photos without permission may result in legal action.

Editing and Retouching Privacy

Who edits my photos?: I personally edit my photos. However, in the future (maybe in 100 years), I may have trusted professionals assist under strict confidentiality.
Will my unedited photos be shared with anyone?: No. I don't release unedited photos to maintain professional standards—unless they are used for educational purposes.
Can I request that certain people not see my photos during editing?: We can discuss this before the shoot, but I can't guarantee that no trusted team members will review the photos.
Can I request edits for privacy reasons?: Yes, you can request edits to ensure privacy, but extra fees may apply.
What if I find an issue with my photos after they've been posted?: If there's an actual mistake, I'll review it, but any requested changes may come with additional fees.

Conclusion

Your privacy is important to us and we are committed to providing a transparent and secure photography experience. If you have any questions or concerns about our privacy policy, please get in touch with us. Thank you for choosing Skai Chan Photography Services for your photography needs.