Privacy Policy

Effective Date: June 1, 2025

(Last updated: August 16, 2025)

Introduction

Jay Britto Photography is a brand owned and operated by Jay Britto LLC, a company registered in the State of Florida, United States. This Privacy Policy describes how Jay Britto LLC (“I,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, and safeguards your personal information when you access or use our website, create an account, purchase products, or participate in any services provided under the Jay Britto Photography brand.

I am committed to protecting your privacy and complying with applicable privacy laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other data protection frameworks.

By using my site or services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information Collected

  • Identity Information: Full name, email address, phone number

  • Contact Information: Billing and shipping address

  • Account Information: Login credentials, saved preferences, order history

  • Payment Information: Credit/debit card details, stored and processed securely through Squarespace’s third-party payment processors (we do not store full payment details directly)

  • Design Trade Program Information: Professional details, company information, and verification documents submitted during application. Discount code usage is verified against our internal database of approved accounts and associated email addresses.

  • Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers

  • Usage Data: Website pages visited, time on page, referring URL, clickstream data

  • Marketing Preferences: Opt-ins for newsletters and promotional materials

I do not knowingly collect data from children under the age of 16.

2. How Your Information is Used

  • To process and fulfill orders (including payments, shipping, and confirmations)

  • To enable account functionality (login, saved preferences, order history)

  • To administer and communicate about the Design Trade Program, including discount eligibility verification

  • To communicate with you about your order or inquiries

  • To send promotional emails if you have opted in (managed through Mailchimp via Zapier integrations)

  • To improve and personalize your experience on our website

  • To comply with legal obligations

3. Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR Compliance)

  • Performance of a Contract: To fulfill purchase and service agreements

  • Consent: For email marketing and optional cookies

  • Legitimate Interests: To analyze usage and improve services

  • Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws and tax requirements

You may withdraw consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of prior processing.

4. How Your Information is Shared

  • Service Providers: Payment processors, shipping providers, Squarespace (account and payment processing), Level Frames (print and frame fulfillment), Riot Color (print production)

  • Marketing Tools: Email marketing services (Mailchimp), connected via Zapier for automation; social media platforms (only with your consent)

  • Legal Authorities: Where required by law or legal process

5. International Data Transfers

If you are located outside the United States, your data may be transferred to and processed in the United States. I ensure safeguards are in place, including standard contractual clauses where applicable.

6. Data Retention

I retain data only as long as necessary to:

  • Fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy

  • Administer accounts and Design Trade Program membership

  • Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

  • Resolve disputes and enforce agreements

7. Your Rights (Under GDPR and Other Privacy Laws)

  • Access to your personal data

  • Correction of inaccurate or incomplete data

  • Deletion of your data ("Right to be Forgotten")

  • Restriction or objection to processing

  • Data portability

  • Withdrawal of consent for marketing or cookies

  • Lodging a complaint with a supervisory authority (e.g., your local Data Protection Authority in the EU)

To exercise your rights, please contact me at inquiries@jaybrittophotography.com

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

  • Essential cookies (necessary for site functionality)

  • Analytics cookies (e.g., Google Analytics)

  • Marketing cookies (e.g., Facebook Pixel, only with your consent)

You may control cookies via your browser settings or opt out via our cookie banner.

9. Email Marketing

You will only receive marketing communications if you opt in. Every email includes an unsubscribe link. I use email marketing services that comply with applicable laws.

10. Data Security

I use industry-standard technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data, including encryption, access controls, and secure payment processors.

11. Third-Party Links

My website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., Level Frames, Instagram). I am not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these websites.

12. Policy Updates

I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be posted here with the effective date noted.

13. Contact Me

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, contact me at:

Jay Britto LLC
d.b.a. Jay Britto Photography
20 5th Avenue
New York, NY 10011

inquiries@jaybrittophotography.com