privacy policy

Effective Date: August 2, 2026

At Miyako Studios, we value your trust and are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your personal information when you visit our website or use our services.

By using this website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

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Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:

• Submit a contact or inquiry form

• Book a photography session

• Join our email newsletter

• Download resources or guides

• Communicate with us by email or through social media

The information we may collect includes:

• Name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Mailing address (if applicable)

• Session details and preferences

• Information you voluntarily share about yourself, your family, or your business to help us personalize your experience

When purchases are made through our website, payment information is processed securely by our third-party payment processor. Miyako Studios does not store your full credit card or payment information without permission.

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How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Respond to inquiries

• Schedule and manage photography sessions

• Deliver galleries, products, and services

• Process payments

• Send appointment confirmations and reminders

• Communicate important updates regarding your booking

• Improve our website and client experience

• Send occasional newsletters, promotions, or studio updates if you have chosen to receive them

You may unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link included in those emails.

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Photography & Client Information

As part of your photography experience, you may choose to share personal information that helps us better plan your session. This may include family relationships, milestones, business goals, or creative preferences.

This information is used solely to provide a personalized photography experience and is never sold or shared for marketing purposes without your permission.

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Cookies & Analytics

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Improve website performance

• Remember user preferences

• Analyze website traffic

• Understand how visitors interact with our website

We may also use third-party analytics services, such as Google Analytics, to help us understand website usage. These services collect anonymous information and do not identify you personally.

You can disable cookies through your browser settings, though doing so may affect certain website features.

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Third-Party Services

To operate our business efficiently, we may use trusted third-party providers, including:

• Online booking software

• Payment processors

• Gallery delivery platforms

• Email marketing services

• Website hosting providers

These providers receive only the information necessary to perform their services and are expected to safeguard your information in accordance with their own privacy policies.

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Sharing Your Information

Miyako Studios does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

We may disclose information only:

• When required by law

• To protect our legal rights

• To trusted service providers who assist in operating our business

• With your express consent

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Image Privacy

As a photography studio, we create and share images as an important part of our work. Unless a client requests otherwise in writing, Miyako Studios reserves the right to use photographs from your session for marketing and promotional purposes, including our website, portfolio, social media, printed materials, advertising, and other promotional content.

 

Clients who prefer that their images remain private may opt out of promotional use by notifying Miyako Studios in writing before or at the time of their session. Choosing to opt out will not affect the quality of service you receive.

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If you request privacy after images have already been published or printed, Miyako Studios will make reasonable efforts to discontinue future use of those images; however, materials already published, printed, or distributed may not be able to be recalled or removed.

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Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure.

While we strive to protect your information, no method of online transmission or electronic storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

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Your Rights

You may request to:

• Access the personal information we have about you

• Correct inaccurate information

• Update your contact information

• Request deletion of your personal information, where legally permitted

• Withdraw consent for marketing communications

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information below.

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Children's Privacy

Photography sessions involving minors are booked by a parent or legal guardian, who is responsible for providing any necessary personal information.

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External Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or social media platforms. Once you leave our website, Miyako Studios is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites.

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Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements.

Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised Effective Date.

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Contact Us

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

Miyako Studios

Email: miyakostudios@gmail.com