Effective Date: January 1, 2025
Last Updated: April 23, 2025

Welcome to Birth Hour Photography, Film & Doula. Your privacy is deeply respected here—just as we honor the sacred nature of the birth spaces we document. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit www.birthhourphotography.com, use our services, or engage with our content.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information to provide the highest level of service and support throughout your birthing journey. This may include:

• Contact Information: Full name, email address, phone number, and mailing address.

• Client Intake Details: Due date, birth location, provider’s name, and preferences for photography/videography/doula services.

• Media Content: Photos, videos, and testimonials—only with consent.

• Technical Information: Device type, IP address, browser type, referring pages (via cookies and analytics tools).

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Deliver contracted services such as birth photography, videography, and doula support.

• Communicate with you about your booking, upcoming sessions, or changes.

• Personalize your experience and improve our services.

• Share relevant content and updates (only with your permission).

• Fulfill legal, safety, or contractual obligations.

3. Consent and Model Releases

Your trust means everything. We do not share identifiable images without your written consent.

• Upon signing a service agreement, a non-identifying model release may be included. This permits the use of anonymized images (e.g., baby’s feet, hands, silhouette shots) for educational or promotional use.

• No facially-identifiable or fully recognizable photos/videos will be published without your explicit, signed permission.

4. How We Share Your Information

We will never sell or rent your personal data.

We may share limited information with:

• Trusted backup photographers or doulas (as needed for coverage).

• Third-party tools like our booking software, gallery host, or analytics provider—all of whom are bound by confidentiality and privacy obligations.

• Legal authorities, if required by law.

5. Your Rights & Choices

You may:

• Request access to or correction of your personal data.

• Withdraw consent at any time for the use of your content.

• Ask us to delete your data, where permitted by law.

• Opt out of promotional communications via unsubscribe links or by contacting us directly.

6. Security

We protect your data with reasonable technical and administrative safeguards. Files are stored on password-protected systems and encrypted gallery platforms when applicable.

7. Cookies & Tracking

Our website uses cookies to improve user experience and track website performance via tools like Google Analytics. You can modify your cookie preferences via your browser settings.

8. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. Any information pertaining to minors (e.g., in photos or videos) is handled with parental or legal guardian consent.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may occasionally update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our services or regulations. Any major changes will be communicated clearly on our site.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to your data or this policy, please contact:

Gladys
Birth Hour Photography, Film & Doula
📧 hello@birthhourphotography.com
🌐 www.birthhourphotography.com/contact