Privacy Policy

Last updated: 19 April 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how MJD Fotography (“we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit mjd-fotography.co.uk, purchase our products, or interact with our services. We are committed to complying with the UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, and other applicable privacy laws.

1. Who We Are

MJD Fotography based in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, United Kingdom Email: mjd-fotography@outlook.com Website: www.mjd-fotography.co.uk

We create and sell home‑printed photographic wall art, gifts, and keyrings featuring original photography.

2. Information We Collect

a. Information You Provide Directly

When you contact us, place an order, or interact with our website, you may provide:

• Name
• Email address
• Postal address (for orders)
• Payment information (processed securely by third‑party providers)
• Any information you include in messages or enquiries

b. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited and time spent
• Referring website
• General location (city/region level, not precise GPS)

This helps us improve website performance and user experience.

c. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies for:

• Website functionality
• Analytics
• Marketing and advertising

You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings.

3. Tools and Services We Use

a. Hosting

Our website is hosted by IONOS, which may process data such as IP addresses and server logs for security and performance.

b. Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website. Google may collect:

• IP address
• Device information
• Browsing behaviour

Google processes this data under its own privacy policy.

c. Advertising & Tracking

We use the Meta/Facebook Pixel to measure ad performance and deliver relevant advertising. This may track:

• Page views
• Actions taken on the site
• Browser and device information

d. Payment Processors

We use:

• Stripe
• PayPal
• EtsyPay (for Etsy orders)

These providers process payment information securely. We do not store or have access to your full payment card details.

e. Third‑Party Sales Platforms

We also sell products through:

• Etsy
• Picfair

These platforms have their own privacy policies and may collect data independently.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Process and fulfil orders
• Respond to enquiries
• Improve website performance
• Analyse traffic and user behaviour
• Deliver personalised advertising
• Prevent fraud and maintain security
• Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell your personal information.

5. Legal Bases for Processing (UK GDPR)

We process your data under the following legal bases:

• Contract – to fulfil orders and provide services
• Legitimate interests – analytics, site improvement, fraud prevention
• Consent – marketing cookies and tracking technologies
• Legal obligation – tax, accounting, and regulatory requirements

6. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information with:

• Service providers (hosting, analytics, payment processors)
• Delivery services (to ship your orders)
• Advertising platforms (Meta/Facebook, Google)
• Legal authorities, if required

All third parties are required to protect your data.

7. Data Security

We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your information from:

• Unauthorised access
• Loss
• Misuse
• Alteration

However, no online system is completely secure.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for:

• Fulfilling orders
• Legal and accounting obligations
• Resolving disputes

Analytics and cookie data may be retained according to third‑party policies.

9. Your Rights (UK GDPR)

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request correction or deletion
• Object to processing
• Withdraw consent (e.g., marketing cookies)
• Request data portability

To exercise your rights, contact us at mjd-fotography@outlook.com.

10. Third‑Party Links

Our website may contain links to external sites (Etsy, Picfair, social media). We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

11. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect data from them.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date at the top will reflect the most recent version.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, you can contact us at:

Email: mjd-fotography@outlook.com Website: www.mjd-fotography.co.uk