Privacy Policy
Effective Date: March 2, 2026
Business Name: Karen Hoinke photography
Website: https://www.hoinkephoto.com/
Contact Email: karen@hoinkephoto.com
1. Introduction
Karen Hoinke photography, we respect your privacy and committed to protecting the personal information you provide when visiting our website or using our services.
This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding that information.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Personal Information You Provide
When you contact us, book a session, or complete a form, you may provide:
Name
Email address
Phone number
Mailing address
Event details (date, location, etc.)
Payment information (processed securely by third-party providers)
Any other information you voluntarily provide
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may collect:
IP address
Browser type and device information
Pages visited
Time spent on the site
Referring website
This data helps us improve website performance and user experience.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
Respond to inquiries
Schedule and deliver photography services
Process payments
Communicate about sessions or orders
Send updates or promotional information (if you opt in)
Improve our website and services
Comply with legal obligations
4. Use of Photographs
As a photography business, we may display images from sessions in:
Online portfolios
Social media
Marketing materials
Website galleries
We will only use images in accordance with any signed model release or contract. Clients may request removal of images by contacting us.
5. Sharing of Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information.
We may share information with trusted third parties only when necessary, such as:
Payment processors (e.g., Clover, PayPal)
Website hosting providers
Gallery delivery platforms
Email service providers
Legal authorities if required by law
These providers are obligated to protect your information.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies to:
Remember user preferences
Analyze traffic and usage
Improve functionality
You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies if you prefer.
7. Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your information using industry-standard security measures. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.
8. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
Request access to your personal data
Request correction of inaccurate data
Request deletion of your data
Opt out of marketing communications
To exercise these rights, contact us at: karen@hoinkephoto.com
9. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites.
10. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
12. Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Karen Hoinke photography
karen@hoinkephoto.com
1087 Pearl Rd. Brunswick, OH 44212
Phone: 440-468-9171
SMS Data
No sharing of SMS data: Mobile information will not be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.
Opt-in disclosure: By providing your number, you consent to receive automated informational and promotional messages.
Opt-out instructions: You can cancel the SMS service at any time. Just text "STOP" to our number. We will send a confirmation message to acknowledge your request.
Help instructions: Reply HELP for assistance.
Rates: Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency varies.