Effective Date: 01/06/2025

Last Updated: 01/06/2025

Tori Nocturne Photography (“we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, (http://www.torinocturnephotography.com), or purchase an online photography course (“Course”).

1. Who We Are

Tori Nocturne Photography

Email: torinocturne@outlook.com

We are the data controller for the purposes of the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR).

2. What Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following personal data:

Identity Information: name, email address, billing address.

Account Information: username, password.

Payment Information: processed securely through third-party providers (we do not store credit card details).

Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, time zone, and device information.

Usage Data: how you interact with our site and Course.

Marketing Preferences: if you opt in to receive updates or promotional emails.

3. How We Collect Your Data

We collect data through:

Forms you fill out on our website
Account registration and purchases
Cookies and analytics tools
Email communications

4. Why We Use Your Data

We use your personal data to:

Provide and manage access to the Course
Process payments and issue receipts
Communicate with you about your account or the Course
Improve our website and services
Send newsletters or marketing (if you have opted in)
Comply with legal obligations

5. Lawful Basis for Processing

We rely on the following lawful bases:

Contract – to provide the Course you've purchased

Consent – for marketing communications

Legal Obligation – to comply with tax and regulatory laws

Legitimate Interests – to improve our services and user experience

6. Sharing Your Data

We do not sell your data. We may share your data with:

Service Providers: e.g., payment processors (like Stripe or PayPal), email platforms (like Mailchimp)

Legal Authorities: if required by law or to protect our rights

7. How We Protect Your Data

We implement appropriate technical and organisational security measures including:

SSL encryption
Secure servers and firewalls
Access controls for staff

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

8. How Long We Keep Your Data

We retain your data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including legal, tax, and accounting requirements.

9. Your Rights (Under UK GDPR)

You have the right to:

Access your data

Correct inaccurate data
Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”)
Object to or restrict processing
Data portability
Withdraw consent at any time (for marketing)

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at torinocturne@outlook.com

10. Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies for site functionality, performance analytics, and marketing.

You can manage your cookie preferences via your browser settings or our cookie banner.

11. Third-Party Links

Our website may include links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. The latest version will always be posted on our site with the updated effective date.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this policy or your personal data, contact:

torinocturne@outlook.com

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK’s Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at [www.ico.org.uk](https://www.ico.org.uk).