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This Privacy Policy explains how MORI collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit our website or use our photography services. MORI operates in the United Kingdom and complies with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR).
Who We Are
- Business Owner: Victoria Boston
- Business Name: MORI
- Contact Email: [To be added on release]
What Personal Data We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information:
- Full Name
- Email Address
- Phone Number
- Social Media Handle(s)
- IP address (via analytics tools)
How We Collect Your Information
We collect information in the following ways:
- To respond to enquiries
- To deliver photography services
- For invoicing and payment records
- To improve our website and services (via analytics)
- For potential future marketing or newsletter purposes (with consent)
Lawful Basis for Processing
Under the UK GDPR, we process personal data on the following lawful bases:
- Contractual necessity - to deliver agreed photography services
- Legitimate interest - to respond to your enquires
- Legal obligation - to retain records for tax and compliance
- Consent - for marketing and promotional communication (if introduced in the future)
Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your data. We may share your personal data with:
- Email service providers (e.g., Gmail)
- Payment processors (e.g., PayPal)
- Analytics providers (in the future)
All third-party services we use are GDPRR-compliant and secure.
Data Retention
We retain your personal data for only as long as neccessary:
- Client records and invoices are stored for up to 6 years (to meet HMRC requirements).
- Enquiries and casual communications may be retained for up to 1 year.
- Data may be deleted sooner at your request, unless required by law to retain it.
Your Right Under UK GDPR
You have the right to:
- Request access to the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion of your personal data
- Withdraw consent at any time (for consent-based processing)
- Object to processing or request data portability
- Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO))
Cookies and Analytics
MORI may use cookies and website analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) in the future to improve performance and user experience. Users will be notified via a cookie banner and may opt out if desired.
Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of our website or services implies acceptance of any revised terms.