1. Introduction

I am committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit my website or contact me about my photography services.

By using my website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.


2. Who I am

Business Name: KB Photography Sussex

Owner: Kristina Barbe

Email: kristinabarbephotography@gmail.com

Address: Available upon request for data protection purposes.

I am a self‑employed photographer based in the UK, specialising in family photography.


3. What personal data I collect

I only collect the information necessary to respond to enquiries and provide photography services.


Data collected through my website contact form:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Message or enquiry details


Data collected during booking or service delivery (if applicable):

  • Names of family members
  • Session details
  • Communication records


Automatically collected data (via Pixieset):

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device information
  • Cookies (see Cookies Policy)


4. How I use your personal data

I use your data for the following purposes:

  • To respond to your enquiry
  • To provide photography services
  • To manage communication before and after your session
  • To deliver your online gallery via Pixieset
  • To maintain business records for tax and accounting purposes
  • To improve my website and user experience


5. Lawful bases for processing

Under UK GDPR, I rely on the following lawful bases:

  • Contract: To respond to enquiries and provide photography services.
  • Legitimate Interests: To maintain business records and improve my website.
  • Legal Obligation: To retain financial records for HMRC.


6. How your data is stored

Your data may be stored in:

  • My email inbox (Gmail)
  • My website host (Pixieset)
  • My computer or external hard drive (for client images and communication)
  • Accounting records (for invoicing and tax purposes)

All devices are password‑protected and/or encrypted.


7. Who I share your data with

I only share your data with trusted third‑party service providers necessary to run my business:

Pixieset

Used for hosting my website and delivering client galleries.

They may process your name, email, and IP address.

Email provider (Gmail)

Used for communication.

HMRC / Accounting records

If required for tax purposes.

I do not sell or share your data with any other third parties.


8. How long I keep your data

  • Enquiry emails: Up to 12 months
  • Client records and contracts: Up to 7 years (legal requirement)
  • Pixieset galleries: Duration varies depending on your gallery expiry settings

You may request deletion of your data at any time unless I am legally required to keep it.


9. Your rights under UK GDPR

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Object to processing
  • Restrict processing
  • Request data portability
  • Withdraw consent (where applicable)

To exercise any of these rights, email me at:

kristinabarbephotography@gmail.com


10. Cookies

My website uses cookies through Pixieset to ensure functionality and improve performance.

For full details, please see my Cookies Policy.


11. Links to other websites

My website may contain links to external sites (e.g., Instagram). I am not responsible for their privacy practices.


12. Contact

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

Kristina Barbe

Trading as KB Photography Sussex

Email: kristinabarbephotography@gmail.com