Last updated: [20/07/2025]

We at Something Blue Wedding Photography & Videography are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data with care and transparency. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR). 

1. Who We Are Something Blue Wedding Photography & Videography [Erika and Norbert] Email: [hello@somethingblueweddings.co.uk] Phone: [07594 921097] We are the data controller for the purposes of UK GDPR. 

 

2. What Data We Collect We may collect and process the following personal information: Names, email addresses, phone numbers Wedding date, location, and details Correspondence (emails, messages) Photographs and video footage taken during your event Social media usernames (if you tag or contact us there) Payment or invoice details (no card information is stored).

 

3. Why We Collect Your Data We use your data to: Communicate with you about your booking Fulfil our contractual obligations (photographing/filming, editing, delivering files) Share previews or galleries Maintain our business records With your permission: share your images/videos for portfolio, website, or social media.

 

4. Lawful Basis for Processing We rely on the following lawful bases: Contractual obligation: to deliver the services you’ve booked Consent: for using your images/videos for promotional purposes Legitimate interest: such as improving our service or protecting our business, unless overridden by your rights.

 

5. How We Store and Protect Your Data All digital files are stored on encrypted, password-protected devices and secure cloud services. Client contact details are stored in our CRM or email systems with appropriate security. We retain image/video files for up to [e.g., 2 years], unless otherwise agreed.

 

6. Sharing Your Data We do not sell or rent your data. We may share your data with: Second photographers/videographers working under our direction Album or print suppliers (only with your consent) Online gallery or delivery platforms (e.g., Pixieset, WeTransfer) All third parties comply with data protection regulations.

 

7. Your Rights Under UK GDPR, you have the right to: Access the personal data we hold about you Request correction of inaccurate information Request erasure (in certain circumstances) Object to or restrict processing Withdraw consent at any time (for marketing use) To exercise your rights, contact us at [hello@somethingblueweddings.co.uk].

 

8. Use of Images and Videos We will always ask for your explicit permission before sharing your images or videos publicly (on our website, portfolio, social media, or in advertising). If you’ve previously given consent and wish to withdraw it, please contact us.

9. Cookies Our website may use cookies for performance, analytics, or functionality. You can control cookies through your browser settings.

 

10. Questions or Complaints If you have concerns about how we handle your data, please contact us directly. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at www.ico.org.uk.