Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy — Becky Bates Creative and Photography Limited
Last updated: 10th September 2025

Introduction
I, Becky Bates Creative and Photography Limited (“I”, “me”, “my”), am committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This policy explains how I collect, use, store, and share personal information when you visit https://beckybates.com or use my photography services. I am based in the United Kingdom and my processing is governed by the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.

Information I collect
I may collect and process the following personal information:

• Contact details: name, email, phone number, postal address
• Booking details: event dates, venue, family details, and preferences
• Photographic images taken during a session or event
• Payment information processed via third-party providers (I do not store full card details)
• Website usage data (cookies, IP address, pages visited)
• Anything you submit via forms, messages, or emails

How I use your information
I use personal data to respond to enquiries, manage bookings, deliver services, process payments, and communicate with you. I may also showcase images (with permission), run analytics to improve the website, and comply with legal obligations.
Lawful bases: contract, consent, legitimate interests, and legal obligation

Use of images
All photographs displayed on my website and social channels have been shared with permission — either verbally or in writing. I will not publish sensitive or private content without clear agreement.

If you appear in an image on my site and would like it removed, please contact me at becky-bates@sky.com. I will act promptly to remove or replace the image where possible.

For new bookings, I include an option for clients to confirm whether they are happy for selected images to be used in my portfolio, social media, or marketing materials.

Note: Some portfolio images displayed were taken before the formation of Becky Bates Creative and Photography Limited and are now managed and published by me.

Use of editing and AI tools
I sometimes use professional editing software and AI-powered features to enhance colour, light, and composition, or to remove or cover minor distractions by adding realistic elements such as people, objects, or environmental details. These tools are used carefully to preserve a natural and authentic look.

Sharing your information
I may share data with trusted third-party suppliers (print labs, galleries, album designers, payment processors) and, where necessary, event suppliers or venues. I will not sell your personal data. Any transfers outside the UK/EEA will be protected by appropriate safeguards.

Cookies and tracking
I use cookies for site functionality and analytics. You can manage or disable cookies via your browser settings. If you would like guidance on how to change cookie settings, I am happy to help.

Data retention
I retain data only as long as necessary:

• Booking & payment records: up to [7 years]
• Image files: securely stored for up to [2 years] after delivery unless otherwise agreed
• Analytics: aggregated or anonymised where possible

Your rights
You have rights under data protection law, including access, correction, erasure, objection to processing, restriction of processing, data portability and the right to withdraw consent. To exercise any right, contact me at becky-bates@sky.com. 

Company information
Becky Bates Creative and Photography Limited
Registered in England and Wales — Company No. 16705399
Trading as Becky Bates Photography

Updates to this policy
I may update this policy from time to time. The latest version will always be published here. Please check the “Last updated” date at the top of the page.

Contact
If you have any questions about this policy or my handling of personal data, contact:
Becky Bates Creative and Photography Limited
Email: becky-bates@sky.com
Website: https://beckybates.com