Privacy Policy

Effective Starting 03/01/26

Business Name: EquiEssence Photography

At EquiEssence Photography, your privacy matters. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website, access horse show galleries, or purchase images.

Information We Collect

When you interact with our website or purchase images, we may collect:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Billing and shipping address

  • Payment information (processed securely through a third-party payment processor)

  • Order history

  • IP address and device/browser information

  • Social media handles (if voluntarily provided)

We do not store full credit card numbers.

How Your Information Is Used

We use your information to:

  • Process and deliver image purchases

  • Send order confirmations and receipts

  • Respond to inquiries

  • Provide customer support

  • Improve website performance and user experience

  • Send occasional updates about future horse show coverage or promotions (if you opt in)

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

Payment Processing

All payments are processed through secure third-party providers (such as Stripe) We do not have direct access to your full payment details.

Gallery Access & Rider Information

Horse show galleries may include rider names, horse names, and show numbers when provided publicly by show management. These are used solely to help clients locate their images.

If you would like your name removed from a gallery listing, please contact us.

Cookies & Website Tracking

Our website may use cookies or analytics tools to:

  • Track website traffic

  • Improve user experience

  • Understand purchasing behavior

You may disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.

Image Usage & Public Posting

Purchased images may be shared by clients according to the Terms of Service.

The photographer may also use images for portfolio, marketing, and promotional purposes unless a written request for privacy is made.

If you wish to request removal of an image from public display, please contact us.

Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information. However, no online platform can guarantee 100% security.

Children’s Privacy

Our services are intended for general audiences, including minors who participate in equestrian events. Purchases must be made or over-sought by a parent or legal guardian if under 18.

Your Rights

You may request to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Correct inaccurate information

  • Request deletion of your information (where legally permitted)

  • Opt out of marketing emails at any time

To make a request, contact:

equiessencephotography@gmail.com

Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.