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Privacy Policy

Last updated: 6 July 2026

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Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, store and protect your personal information when you visit my website or get in touch regarding my photography services.

I am committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

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Who I Am

Business name: George Tomlinson
Owner: George Tomlinson
Email: georgetomlinsonphoto@gmail.com
Website: georgetomlinsonphoto.com

I am the data controller responsible for the personal information collected through this website.

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What Information I Collect

Depending on how you interact with my website, I may collect:

  • Your name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Company name (if applicable)

  • Information you include in enquiry forms or emails

  • Booking and project details

  • Billing and invoicing information

  • Website usage information, including IP address, browser type and pages visited through cookies and analytics tools

 

How I Collect Your Information

I collect information when you:

  • Complete a contact or enquiry form

  • Email or call me

  • Book my photography services

  • Subscribe to any newsletter (if applicable)

  • Browse my website using cookies and analytics technologies

 

How I Use Your Information

I use your personal information to:

  • Respond to enquiries

  • Provide quotations

  • Manage bookings and photography projects

  • Deliver contracted services

  • Issue invoices and maintain financial records

  • Improve my website and services

  • Comply with legal and tax obligations

I will only use your information where I have a lawful basis to do so.

 

Lawful Basis for Processing

Depending on the circumstances, I process your information because:

  • It is necessary to perform a contract with you.

  • You have given your consent.

  • It is necessary for my legitimate business interests.

  • It is necessary to comply with legal obligations.

 

Sharing Your Information

I do not sell your personal information.

I may share your information with trusted third-party providers where necessary, including:

  • Website hosting providers

  • Email service providers

  • Cloud storage providers

  • Accounting software

  • Payment processors

  • Gallery delivery platforms

These providers only process your information where necessary and are required to keep it secure.

 

Data Retention

I keep personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described in this policy.

Financial records are retained for as long as required by UK tax legislation.

Enquiry information that does not result in a booking will generally be deleted after a reasonable period unless there is a legitimate reason to retain it.

 

Cookies

My website may use cookies to:

  • Ensure the website functions correctly

  • Understand how visitors use the site

  • Improve website performance

  • Analyse website traffic

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.

 

Your Rights

Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal data

  • Request correction of inaccurate information

  • Request deletion of your information in certain circumstances

  • Request restriction of processing

  • Object to certain processing activities

  • Request transfer of your data where applicable

  • Withdraw consent where processing relies on consent

To exercise any of these rights, please contact me using the details above.

 

Data Security

I take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, loss, misuse or disclosure.

However, no method of transmitting information over the internet is completely secure.

 

Third-Party Links

My website may contain links to other websites. I am not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.

 

Changes to This Policy

I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be published on this page with an updated revision date.

 

Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how I handle your personal information, please contact:

George Tomlinson
Email: georgetomlinsonphoto@gmail.com

If you are unhappy with how your personal data has been handled, you also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).

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