Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to my website! The protection of your personal data is very important to me. In this privacy policy, I explain how I handle the personal data you provide when using my photography and videography services.

2. Controller

The controller for the processing of your personal data is:

Christoph Held

Hauptstraße 42a, 84172, Buch am Erlbach

+491602107962

info@fotomediabychris.com

3. Collection and Processing of Personal Data

I collect personal data when you:

  • Use the contact form on my website,
  • Request my photography or videography services,
  • Subscribe to my newsletter, or
  • Otherwise get in touch with me.

The personal data includes, in particular:

  • First name, last name
  • Email address
  • Phone number (if provided)

4. Purpose of Data Processing

The personal data you provide will be processed for the following purposes:

  • Responding to your inquiries and contacting you,
  • Scheduling and providing photography and videography services,
  • Communication regarding offers, appointments, and any follow-up questions,
  • Sending information and offers (only if you have consented to this).

5. Legal Basis for Processing

The processing of your personal data is based on the following legal grounds:

  • Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR): Your explicit consent for processing, such as when using the contact form.
  • Contract performance (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR): Processing necessary for the performance of a contract (e.g., booking photography or videography services).
  • Legitimate interests (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR): My legitimate interest in contacting and communicating with you in connection with my professional activities as a photographer and videographer.

6. Sharing of Data

I will only share your personal data with third parties if this is necessary for the performance of my services or if you have expressly consented to this. In general, data will not be shared with third parties unless it is necessary for fulfilling the contract (e.g., when commissioning partners to provide certain services).

7. Contact Form

If you use the contact form on my website, the data you enter (first name, last name, email address, and possibly phone number) will be transmitted to me and stored to contact you and process your inquiry. The data will only be used for this purpose and will not be shared with third parties.

8. Social Media Plugins (Instagram / WhatsApp)

My website includes social media plugins from Instagram and WhatsApp. These plugins allow you to share content on your Instagram profile. When you use Instagram plugins on my website, your browser establishes a direct connection with Instagram’s servers. Instagram receives the information that your IP address visited my website. If you are logged into your Instagram account during your visit to my website, Instagram can link the visit to your profile and store it.

Using Instagram plugins may result in Instagram processing your personal data. Instagram may gain access to the following data:

  • IP address: Your IP address is transmitted to Instagram when you use the plugin.
  • User behavior: Instagram may collect information about how you interact with content on my website, such as which photos or videos you view or whether you attempt to share content.
  • Account information: If you are logged into your Instagram account during your visit, Instagram may associate your visit to my website with your Instagram profile.

If you do not want Instagram to collect and associate this data with your Instagram profile, you must log out of your Instagram account before visiting my website.

For more information about how Instagram handles your data, refer to Instagram’s privacy policy: https://help.instagram.com/155833707900388.

Privacy Policy for WhatsApp Contact Button

Our website includes a WhatsApp contact button that allows users to initiate a direct chat with us via WhatsApp. By clicking on the WhatsApp icon or link, you will be redirected to the WhatsApp platform (operated by WhatsApp LLC, a subsidiary of Meta Platforms, Inc.).

Purpose of the Feature

The WhatsApp button is provided for the convenience of visitors who wish to contact us quickly and easily. By using this feature, you can send us messages or inquiries directly through WhatsApp.

Data Processing and Responsibility

When you click the WhatsApp button, your browser will establish a direct connection to WhatsApp’s servers. This may result in WhatsApp receiving information such as your IP address and details about the device you are using. If you are already a WhatsApp user, your phone number and profile data may also be visible to us once you initiate a conversation.

We do not store any personal data from your WhatsApp messages on our website. However, we may process data you provide through the chat to respond to your request or inquiry.

Legal Basis

The processing of your data through WhatsApp is based on your voluntary interaction with us (Art. 6 para. 1 lit. a and/or b GDPR).

Third-Party Provider Information

WhatsApp is a service provided by:
WhatsApp LLC,
1601 Willow Road,
Menlo Park, California 94025, USA.
Privacy Policy: https://www.whatsapp.com/legal/privacy-policy

Please note that when using WhatsApp, data may be transmitted to servers in non-EU countries, including the United States. WhatsApp states that it uses standard contractual clauses to ensure an adequate level of data protection in accordance with the GDPR.

Your Rights

You have the right to request information about your personal data, as well as the right to correction, deletion, or limitation of processing. You may also object to the processing or withdraw your consent at any time.

For more information about how we process personal data and your rights, please refer to our full Privacy Policy.

9. Collaboration with Hostinger (Web Hosting)

My website is hosted by Hostinger. Hostinger processes your personal data as part of the web hosting services. This includes the storage of data you leave on my website (e.g., contact form data, IP addresses, etc.).

I have signed a data processing agreement with Hostinger, which ensures that Hostinger processes your personal data only according to my instructions and implements appropriate security measures to protect your data.

For more information on Hostinger’s privacy practices, refer to Hostinger’s privacy policy: https://www.hostinger.com/legal/privacy-policy.

10. Data Retention

I will retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the fulfillment of the purpose or as required by legal retention periods. Afterward, your data will be deleted unless other legal obligations (e.g., retention periods) apply.

11. Rights of the Data Subject

You have the right to request information about the personal data stored about you at any time. Additionally, you have the right to rectification, deletion, or restriction of the processing of your data. You can also object to the processing of your data and have the right to data portability.

If you believe that the processing of your personal data violates applicable law, you may lodge a complaint with the competent supervisory authority.

12. Data Security

I take all necessary technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, misuse, or loss. However, no method of data transmission over the internet can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.

13. Use of Cookies

My website uses cookies to provide you with a user-friendly and functional experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may restrict the functionality of the website.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

I reserve the right to change this privacy policy at any time. The current version will always be published on this page. Please regularly check the content of this policy.

15. Contact

If you have any questions or concerns about data protection, feel free to contact me:

Christoph Held

+491602107962

info@fotomediabychris.com