PRIVACY POLICY
JAS Productions LLC d/b/a Josh Stringer Photography
Effective 2024
Your privacy matters to us.
This Privacy Policy explains how JAS Productions LLC d/b/a Josh Stringer Photography (“we,” “our,” or “the studio”) collects, uses, stores, and protects information provided through our website, booking systems, communications, galleries, and photography services.
By using this website, booking a session, submitting an inquiry, signing electronically, making payment, or otherwise interacting with Josh Stringer Photography, you agree to the practices outlined below.
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INFORMATION WE COLLECT
We may collect personal information including:
• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Billing address
• Social media handles
• Payment-related information
• Session details
• Booking preferences
• Usage/licensing requests
• Uploaded reference images
• Communications submitted through contact forms or email
We may also collect certain technical website information automatically, including:
• IP address
• Browser type
• Device information
• Referral sources
• Analytics data
• Cookie data
• Website interaction information
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HOW YOUR INFORMATION IS USED
Your information may be used to:
• Respond to inquiries
• Schedule sessions
• Process invoices and payments
• Deliver galleries and files
• Provide customer support
• Communicate booking information
• Manage licensing requests
• Improve studio operations and website experience
• Maintain internal business records
• Enforce agreements, policies, and licensing terms
• Protect legal rights and intellectual property
We may also use images created during sessions for:
• portfolio display
• marketing
• social media
• promotional materials
• educational content
• advertising purposes
unless otherwise agreed in writing.
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PAYMENT PROCESSING
Payments may be processed through secure third-party providers such as:
• Stripe
• Square
• PayPal
• HoneyBook
• QuickBooks
• other secure payment processors
Josh Stringer Photography does not directly store full credit card information on studio servers.
Please review the privacy policies of any third-party payment providers used during checkout or invoicing.
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COOKIES & ANALYTICS
Our website may use:
• cookies
• analytics tools
• tracking technologies
• Meta/Facebook pixels
• Google Analytics
• embedded third-party content
to improve user experience, monitor website traffic, analyze marketing performance, and optimize studio operations.
You may disable cookies through your browser settings if preferred.
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IMAGE STORAGE & FILE DELIVERY
Client images, galleries, proofs, and delivered files may be stored using third-party platforms or cloud delivery systems.
While we take reasonable measures to protect files and data, no digital storage system can be guaranteed completely secure.
Clients are responsible for promptly downloading and backing up delivered files after delivery.
Archived retrieval requests may incur re-delivery fees.
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AI, MACHINE LEARNING & IMAGE PROTECTION
Images created by Josh Stringer Photography may not be uploaded into artificial intelligence systems, machine learning platforms, facial recognition systems, synthetic image generators, or automated editing tools without prior written approval.
This includes but is not limited to:
• AI image generators
• automated retouching systems
• synthetic likeness generation
• facial recognition systems
• AI enhancement tools
Unauthorized AI-related usage may violate licensing terms, copyright protections, and applicable agreements.
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SHARING OF INFORMATION
We do not sell client personal information.
Information may be shared only when reasonably necessary with:
• payment processors
• gallery delivery services
• subcontractors
• hair and makeup artists
• studio assistants
• legal/accounting professionals
• service providers supporting studio operations
Information may also be disclosed when required:
• by law
• to protect legal rights
• to enforce contracts
• to defend intellectual property
• to respond to legal claims or court orders
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THIRD-PARTY LINKS & SERVICES
This website may contain links to third-party websites, platforms, galleries, booking systems, or social media services.
Josh Stringer Photography is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of third-party websites or platforms.
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CHILDREN’S PRIVACY
This website and services are not intended for children under the age of 13 without parental or legal guardian involvement.
For sessions involving minors, parent or guardian consent may be required.
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DATA SECURITY
We take commercially reasonable steps to help protect personal information and studio data.
However, no electronic transmission, cloud storage system, or online platform can be guaranteed completely secure.
By using this website or studio services, you acknowledge and accept these inherent risks.
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POLICY UPDATES
Josh Stringer Photography reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time without prior notice.
Updated versions become effective upon posting to the website.
Continued use of the website or studio services constitutes acceptance of any updated policies.
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CONTACT
If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy, licensing, image usage, or data practices, please contact:
JAS Productions LLC d/b/a Josh Stringer Photography
Website:
www.joshstringer.com
Email:
info@joshstringer.com
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FINAL NOTE
Our goal is always to provide a professional, secure, respectful, and transparent experience while protecting both our clients and the work we create together.
By using this website, booking services, submitting inquiries, signing electronically, or downloading delivered files, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Privacy Policy together with our Terms & Conditions, Studio Policies, Licensing Terms, and Usage Guidelines.