Happy Paws Photography (“we,” “us,” “our”) respects your privacy. This Policy explains what we collect, how we use it, who we share it with, and the choices you have.

This website is intended for users in the United States.

Information We Collect

Information you provide

• Contact form: name, email, phone number, pet name.

• Booking/purchases: mailing address and payment information (only when you book a session or purchase a product).

Automatic data

• We use Squarespace and Google Analytics which may collect information such as device type, browser, pages visited, and general location (via IP) using cookies or similar technologies.

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Respond to inquiries and communicate about sessions.

• Book and manage sessions.

• Process payments and deliver products (e.g., prints, albums).

• Send marketing emails only if you opt in (you can unsubscribe anytime).

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We share only what’s necessary with:

• Payment processors (to complete your purchase).

• Scheduling and website providers (to manage inquiries and bookings).

• Production partners (as needed to fulfill orders, e.g., print labs).

These service providers are permitted to use your information only to perform services for us.

Data Storage & Security

• We store data in Squarespace (form submissions) and Google Drive (client/admin files).

• We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.

Data Retention

• We keep personal information for 1 year, unless a longer period is required for legal, accounting, or operational purposes (e.g., resolving a dispute or completing an outstanding order).

Your Choices & Rights

• Access/Correct/Delete: You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information.

• Marketing: You can unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time via the link in the email or by contacting us.
  To make a request, use the contact information below. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe.

Cookies & Tracking

• Our site (via Squarespace) and Google Analytics may use cookies and similar technologies to operate the site and understand how it’s used.

• You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.

Children’s Privacy

• Our services are not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

Photos, Image Rights & Model Releases

• Ownership, usage, licensing, and publicity permissions for images are governed by our Photography Contract and Model Release, not this Privacy Policy.

International Users

• We primarily serve the United States. If you access the site from outside the U.S., you understand that your information may be processed in the U.S., where privacy laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date above reflects the most recent changes. Material changes will be posted on this page.

Contact Us

For questions, requests, or privacy concerns, contact:
James Ketola
Email: james@happypaws.photography
Phone: 301-358-4630