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Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Darren Stanley Photography

Last updated: 5/1/2026

1. Overview

Darren Stanley Photography (“we”, “us”, “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting personal information in accordance with the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and store personal information when providing event photography services and operating online image galleries.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

A. Photographic Content

  • Images and video captured at events

  • Identifiable likenesses of individuals attending events

B. Purchase Information

When you purchase images through our online gallery system, we may collect:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Billing information (processed securely by third-party payment providers)

We do not store full credit card details.

C. Communication Data

  • Emails or messages sent to us regarding orders, galleries, or services

3. How We Collect Information

We collect information when:

  • We photograph events where individuals are present

  • Images are uploaded to online galleries for viewing and purchase

  • You purchase images or contact us directly

4. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

  • Capture and deliver event photography services

  • Upload and manage online galleries

  • Process image purchases and deliver digital files or prints

  • Communicate about orders or gallery access

  • Improve our services and workflow

We do not sell personal information.

5. Public Event Photography Notice

Darren Stanley Photography operates at events where photography is reasonably expected (including public, ticketed, or organised sporting and social events).

Images may be:

  • Captured in public or semi-public environments

  • Uploaded to online galleries for viewing and purchase by event participants

Where practical, signage or event communication may be used to notify attendees that photography is occurring.

6. Sharing & Disclosure

We may share limited personal information with trusted third-party services only where necessary, including:

  • Online gallery providers

  • Payment processors

  • Cloud storage and backup services

These providers are required to protect your information securely.

We do not share personal data with advertisers or unrelated third parties.

7. Image Use & Publication

Images captured by Darren Stanley Photography may be:

  • Displayed in online galleries for purchase by event attendees

  • Used for portfolio, marketing, and promotional purposes unless otherwise requested in writing prior to the event

If you wish to request removal or exclusion of identifiable images, you may contact us and we will assess the request in line with privacy law and practical limitations of event photography.

8. Your Rights

Under the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020, you have the right to:

  • Request access to personal information held about you

  • Request correction of inaccurate information

  • Request deletion of certain personal information (where legally and practically possible)

Note: Removal of images from public galleries may not always be possible once distributed or purchased by third parties.

9. Data Storage & Security

We take reasonable steps to protect personal information from loss, misuse, or unauthorised access.

  • Images and data are stored securely on trusted platforms

  • Access is limited to authorised use only

  • Data is retained only for as long as necessary for business purposes

10. Data Retention

We retain:

  • Event image galleries for a limited period (typically [insert timeframe, e.g. 3–12 months])

  • Purchase records as required for accounting and legal compliance

After this period, data may be securely deleted.

11. International Services

Some third-party providers may store data outside New Zealand. By using our services, you acknowledge that your information may be processed in other jurisdictions with appropriate safeguards.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always apply.

13. Contact

For privacy-related requests or concerns:

Darren Stanley Photography
Contact: https://darrenstanleyphotography.com/contact

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