Last updated: 18.12.2025

This Privacy Policy explains how personal data is collected, used, and protected when you visit this website or subscribe to email communications.

1. Who We Are

This website is operated by:

Name / Business name: Alexander Bogorodskiy
Website: https://photoshoot.pt
Email: alex@photoshoot.pt

We are responsible for the processing of your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

2. What Personal Data We Collect

We only collect personal data that is necessary for the purposes described below.

This may include:

  • Email address
  • First and last name (if provided)
  • Information you voluntarily submit through forms

We do not collect sensitive personal data.

3. How We Collect Your Data

Your data is collected when you:

  • Subscribe to our newsletter or waiting list
  • Fill in a contact or signup form on this website

Forms on this website are managed through WordPress and may use third‑party services for email delivery.

4. Why We Collect Your Data (Purpose)

We process your personal data for the following purposes:

  • To send newsletters, updates, and educational content
  • To share information about photography projects, courses, or services
  • To communicate with you regarding content you have requested

Your data is processed only with your explicit consent.

5. Legal Basis for Processing

Under the GDPR, the legal basis for processing your personal data is:

  • Consent – you have given clear consent by actively subscribing via a form and confirming your email address (double opt‑in where applicable).

You may withdraw your consent at any time.

6. Email Marketing & Third‑Party Services

We use Mailchimp, an email marketing platform provided by The Rocket Science Group LLC, to manage subscriptions and send emails.

When you subscribe:

  • Your data is transferred to Mailchimp
  • Mailchimp processes your data in accordance with its own Privacy Policy

Mailchimp complies with GDPR and uses appropriate safeguards for data transfers outside the EU.

Mailchimp Privacy Policy: https://mailchimp.com/legal/privacy/

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as you remain subscribed to our mailing list.

If you unsubscribe, your data will be removed or anonymised in accordance with legal requirements.

8. Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Restrict or object to processing
  • Withdraw consent at any time
  • Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

To exercise your rights, please contact us at alex@photoshoot.pt.

9. Cookies

This website may use essential cookies to ensure proper functionality.

We do not use cookies for tracking or advertising purposes without your consent.

10. Data Security

We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data from loss, misuse, or unauthorised access.

11. Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. Any changes will be published on this page with an updated revision date.

12. Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:

Email: alex@photoshoot.pt