Effective Date: February 2025
At Ivy B Photography, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website, ivybphotography.com or ivybcreative.com (the "Site").
1. Information We Collect
We collect information that you provide to us when you interact with our website, including:
Personal Information: When you book a session, contact us for inquiries, or subscribe to our newsletter, you may provide personal information such as your name, email address, phone number, and any other information you provide through forms or email communications.
Usage Data: We may collect information about how you interact with our website, including your IP address, browser type, referring/exit pages, and the date/time of your visit. This data is typically collected through cookies or other tracking technologies.
Ivy B Photography is a photography business in Shreveport, Louisiana.
We provide photography services to individuals, businesses, and anyone needing graphic design or social media management.
We reach clients, potential clients, and businesses with the sole purpose of providing quality services.
We will send messages solely when providing customer care, answering client questions, or reaching out about project or order questions.
Numbers and information are obtained by client request via our website or email, by calling our studio, or by requesting connection through social media.
You can always find our contact information through our website or social media.
You give your consent when you fill out a contact form/web form with SMS disclaimer, contact us through socials, or contact us directly through our means of communication.
2. How We Use Your Information
Ivy B Photography is a photography, graphic design, and social media management business in Shreveport, Louisiana. We use your personal information to:
Provide photography services and fulfill your requests (such as booking, contacting, or delivering photos, design, or approvals).
Respond to inquiries, emails, or comments you send us.
Improve our website and services through usage data.
Send promotional material, including newsletters and updates, if you have opted-in.
We provide photography services to individuals, businesses, and anyone needing graphic design or social media management.
We reach clients, potential clients, and businesses with the sole purpose of providing quality services.
We will send messages solely when providing customer care, answering client questions, or reaching out about project or order questions.
For example, we would send messages like:
Example 1)
Thanks for contacting Ivy B Creative/Ivy B Photography, we will respond shortly. REPLY STOP TO OPT OUT
Example 2)
Thanks for contacting Ivy B Creative/Ivy B Photography, we are out of office but will get back to you. REPLY STOP TO OPT OUT
Example 3)
Thanks for your inquiry. We will respond as soon as possible. REPLY STOP TO OPT OUT
3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information with third-party service providers that help us manage our business or services (e.g., hosting services, payment processors, email marketing services). These providers are obligated to protect your information and only use it for the purpose of providing the service.
We may also share your information if required by law, in the event of a legal dispute, or to protect our rights or property.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your browsing activities. Cookies are small files placed on your device that allow us to recognize you when you visit our website. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
5. Data Retention
We retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, or as required by law. For example, if you are a client, we may keep your information to honor the terms of our services.
6. Security of Your Information
We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no data transmission over the internet is completely secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee the security of data transmitted to or from our website.
7. Your Rights and Choices
In Louisiana, you have certain rights regarding your personal data. These rights may include:
Access and Correction: You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you and request corrections if the information is inaccurate.
Deletion: You may request that we delete your personal data, subject to certain legal exceptions.
Opt-Out of Marketing Communications: If you no longer wish to receive marketing emails from us, you can unsubscribe using the "unsubscribe" link in our emails or contact us directly.
You may always opt out of texting communication by sending a message containing the term “STOP.”
To exercise these rights, please contact us at [insert email address or contact form link].
8. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under the age of 13, we will take steps to delete that information.
9. How Do We Share Your Mobile Information?
"No mobile information will be obtained from and/or shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties. You can always decline or stop receiving messages by responding "STOP" at any time. For more information, reply 'HELP'. Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency varies."
5. SMS DISCLOSURES ON ALL WEBFORMS WITH PHONE NUMBER FIELD - The website contains a web form on the following link that require users to enter their phone numbers.
9. Louisiana State Law Compliance
As a business operating in Louisiana, Ivy B Photography complies with applicable state privacy laws, including Louisiana’s Data Breach Notification Law and other consumer protection laws. If you are a Louisiana resident, you have additional rights under these laws, which may include:
Data Breach Notifications: In the event of a data breach affecting your personal information, we will notify you as required by law.
Consumer Protections: Louisiana law provides certain protections regarding the collection, storage, and use of personal data.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or to comply with new laws. When we make changes, we will update the "Effective Date" at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any updates.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, or if you wish to exercise any of your rights, please contact us at:
Ivy B Photography
Email: hello@ivybphotography.com
Phone: 318.771.7053
Website: ivybphotography.com or ivybcreative.com