Privacy Policy for Mark Cook Photography
Last Updated: 22/06/2025

Welcome to Mark Cook Photography. We are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect any personal data you provide when using our website: https://markcookphotography.com.

1. Who We Are

Mark Cook Photography
Email: [insert your contact email]
Website: https://markcookphotography.com
We are based in the United Kingdom and act as the data controller for the purposes of the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR).

2. What Data We Collect

When you use our website or place an order, we may collect the following information:

  • Full name

  • Email address

  • Billing and delivery address

  • Phone number (if provided)

  • Order details (e.g., items purchased, order date, etc.)

  • Payment details (processed securely by our payment provider; we do not store card information)

  • IP address and browsing data via cookies (see section 7)

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your data to:

  • Process and fulfil your order

  • Communicate with you regarding your order

  • Provide customer support

  • Comply with legal or tax obligations

  • Improve our website and services

4. Sharing Your Data

We only share your data with third parties where necessary:

  • Printing Partner: We share your name and delivery address to fulfil and deliver your print order.

  • Payment Processors: Your payment details are processed securely by Squarespace Payments.

  • Delivery Services: For order shipment.

All third-party services we use are GDPR-compliant and only process your data in line with our instructions.

5. How Long We Keep Your Data

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary:

  • Order records: 6 years for tax and accounting compliance

  • Contact or support emails: Up to 2 years

  • Cookies: As outlined in our cookie policy

6. Your Rights Under UK GDPR

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you

  • Correct any inaccurate data

  • Request deletion of your data

  • Object to or restrict processing

  • Data portability (where applicable)

  • Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO): https://ico.org.uk

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at: hello@markcookphotography.com

7. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies to improve your browsing experience and analyse website traffic. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

For more details, please see our [Cookie Policy].

8. Data Security

We take data security seriously and implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Please check this page periodically to stay informed of any changes.

Contact Us
If you have any questions about this policy or how your data is handled, please contact:
Email: hello@markcookphotography.com