Privacy Policy
Last updated: June 2025
Welcome to Carlie Niehaus website. Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, book our newborn photography services, or hire us for web design and developing services.
By using our services, you consent to the collection and use of your data as described in this Privacy Policy.
Section 1
Photography Services Privacy
1. Information we collect
We may collect the following personal and visual information during photography bookings:
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Name, phone number, email address.
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Booking and location details.
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Media captured during photo sessions (photos, videos)
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Consent documentation from parents or legal guardians for any images involving minors.
2. Use of your information
- Schedule and deliver newborn or portrait photography sessions.
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Communicate with you about your session or gallery.
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Process payments for services.
Maintain secure delivery of photo galleries.
3. Use of photographs
All photographs are the intellectual property of Carlie Niehaus unless otherwise agreed in writing.
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Images featuring minors are only published online (including website and social media) with written parental or guardian consent.
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Photos may not be downloaded, reproduced, or used for any reason without our explicit written permission.
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Images delivered to clients are for personal use unless commercial usage rights are agreed upon in advance.
4. Security & Storage
- Digital galleries are password-protected or privately linked.
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Only authorized team members have access to client photo libraries.
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We use secure cloud systems and encryption for media storage.
Section 2
Web Design & Development Privacy
1. Information we collect
We collect:
Name, company, and contact details.
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Content and project details shared for web design and development.
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Payment and invoicing information.
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Technical data from your visit (IP address, browser type, device info, cookies)
2. How we use this data
- To build, launch, and maintain your website or online services.
- To communicate during the design/development process.
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To ensure technical stability and performance of your site.
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For billing and record-keeping.
3. Cookies & tracking
Our website uses cookies and tracking technologies to improve user experience. These may collect anonymized analytics such as:
- Device type & Preferences for example ( light / dark mode)
- Time spend on pages.
Your rights under POPIA ( South- Africa )
You have the right to:
Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold.
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Correction: Ask us to correct inaccurate or outdated details.
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Deletion: Request we delete your personal data (unless legally required to retain it)
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Object: Opt out of certain uses of your data.
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at: info@carlie.co.za
Third-Party Services & Links
We may use trusted third-party providers (e.g., hosting companies, payment processors) to help us deliver services. These providers are contractually obligated to keep your data safe and confidential.
Our website may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites, and recommend reviewing their privacy policies.
Portfolio Disclaimer
Links to client websites featured on this site are shared with express permission and are intended to showcase our web design and development work as part of our professional portfolio.
All website content and intellectual property remain the property of the respective clients.
Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any material changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.
Contact Us
Carlie Niehaus | Artfully Captured. Thoughtfully Crafted
info@carlie.co.za
+27 73 8978 896
www.carlie.co.za