Privacy Policy
Last updated: 11 Aug 2025

We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect the information you share with us.

1. What we collect
When you get in touch with us (through our website, email, or in person), we may collect:

Your name

Your email address and phone number

Your wedding or event date

Details about your event or photography needs

Any other information you choose to share

2. How we use your information
We collect your information to:

Respond to your enquiries

Provide photography services you’ve requested

Send you relevant information about your booking or enquiry

Keep internal records for business and tax purposes

We will not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to anyone.

3. How we store your information
Your personal information is stored securely, either electronically (password-protected) or in physical form (locked and secure).
We keep your information only for as long as it’s needed to provide our services or meet legal requirements.

4. Sharing your information
We may share your information with:

Service providers we use to run our business (e.g., email platforms, booking systems, or album printing labs)

These providers may store your data overseas (for example, in Australia, the USA, or the EU), but we only work with reputable providers who are committed to protecting your privacy.

5. Your rights
Under the Privacy Act 2020, you have the right to:

Access the personal information we hold about you

Ask us to correct any information that’s wrong

Withdraw your consent for us to use your information

You can do this anytime by emailing us at joelandbonita@gmail.com

6. Cookies and website use
Our website may use cookies to improve your browsing experience and to help us understand how visitors use our site. You can disable cookies in your browser settings if you prefer.

7. Contact us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us at: joelandbonita@gmail.com

Joel and Bonita Photography
Email: joelandbonita@gmail.com
Phone: 0224163041

If you have a privacy concern, you can also contact the Office of the Privacy Commissioner at www.privacy.org.nz.