Terms & Privacy

Last updated July 18 2025

By using this website as a user (hereafter “You”), You agree to the following Privacy Policy. Please read this policy carefully before using this website.

This website is owned and operated by Tyler Rye Photography (“Our,” “We,” or “Company”). Our principal place of business is located in Utah.

 For any privacy-related questions, you can reach us at tyler@tylerrye.com

General
 We at Tyler Rye Photography respect Your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how We collect, use, share, and protect the personal information You provide when You access Our website, purchase Our goods or services, or engage with us on social media, as well as Your rights regarding that information.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. We will alert You to any changes by updating the “Last updated” date at the top of this Policy. Any changes become effective immediately upon publication on Our website, and You waive specific notice of such changes by continuing to use and access Our site(s). We encourage You to review this Privacy Policy periodically when You visit Our website or engage with us on social media. You are deemed to have accepted any changes by Your continued use of Our website after the revised Privacy Policy is posted.

Information Collected
 We collect various information from You when You visit Our website, make purchases, or interact with us on social media. By accepting this Privacy Policy, You consent to Our collection, use, processing, and sharing (with third-party processors as needed) of the data described below for Our legitimate business interests. The information We collect may include:

Personal Data: Information that can identify You directly, such as Your name, shipping address, email address, telephone number, or demographic details (age, gender, hometown). You provide this voluntarily when registering, booking services, contacting us, or participating in activities (blogs, inquiries, group sessions). You are not obliged to provide it, but withholding it may prevent access to certain features or purchases.

Derivative Data: Information Our servers automatically collect when You access Our website, including IP address, browser type, access dates/times, and pages viewed. If using a mobile app, We may collect device name/type, phone number, country, and interactions with the app.

Financial Data: Related to payment methods (credit card, bank transfer). We collect only what’s needed to process purchases; most payment data are handled by third-party payment processors. Review their Privacy Policies to understand how they protect Your financial data.

Social Networking Data: We may access personal info from social platforms (e.g., Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn) if You interact or authenticate via those platforms. This may include name, username, profile picture, location, email, age, gender, and other public info. To restrict access, adjust your privacy settings on those platforms.

Mobile Device Data: If You access Our site via a mobile device or app, We may collect device ID, model/manufacturer, and location data (subject to your permissions).

Other Data: Occasionally, You may provide additional information to enter contests/giveaways or surveys. This will be clearly prompted and voluntary.

Use of Information
 Your information enables Us to deliver products/services, customize Your experience, and suggest offerings You may find interesting. We generally store data and transmit to third-party processors for handling tasks; when We process data in-house, it’s to serve Our legitimate business interests (e.g., facilitating purchases, improving the website).

We may use the information to:

Create and manage Your account.

Deliver products or services You purchase.

Communicate with You (inquiries, confirmations, support).

Process payments or refunds.

Inform You about new offerings we believe may interest You.

Interact via social media.

Send newsletters or updates if You opt in.

Deliver targeted advertising.

Request feedback.

Notify You of updates to Our services.

Resolve disputes or troubleshoot problems.

Administer contests or giveaways.

Compile a personalized profile to enhance future interactions.

Aggregate anonymous statistical data for internal or third-party use.

Assist law enforcement if required.

Prevent fraudulent activity.

Analyze trends to improve Our website and offerings.

Disclosure of Information
 We may share Your information with third parties when necessary to support Our business, including website administration, account management, order fulfillment, marketing, security, and analytics. The legal basis is Your consent to this Privacy Policy and Our right to protect Our legitimate business interests.

Specific disclosures include:

Third-party Processing: We share data with payment processors, hosting providers, email platforms, analytics services, and customer-service tools.

By Law: Disclose information to comply with legal obligations (subpoenas, court orders) or to protect rights, property, or safety.

To Protect Our Company: Share data as needed to investigate violations, obtain insurance or legal advice, or exercise/defend legal claims.

Affiliates: We may share with affiliates who promote Our services for a commission; they must honor this Privacy Policy and clearly identify themselves as affiliates. To report violations, contact ryetylerex@gmail.com.

Advertisers: Third-party ad platforms may use cookies or similar technologies to deliver personalized ads when You visit Our site or others. Review their policies for opt-out options.

Other Third-Parties: We may share aggregated or anonymized data with partners for business analysis. If required by law, We will inform You when personal data are shared.

Sale or Bankruptcy: If Our business is sold or liquidated, Your information may be transferred to a successor, who may have a different Privacy Policy; You will be notified in such events.

Interaction with Others: If You participate in forums, chats, or group courses on Our site, other users may see data like Your name, profile picture, or prior comments.

Online Postings: Comments or posts You make on Our site may be publicly visible and redistributed.

Tracking Technologies

Cookies, Log Files, Web Beacons: We use log files to track visitors (IP address, browser type, ISP, timestamp, referring/exit pages, click counts) to analyze trends, administer the site, and gather demographic info. This data is not linked to personally identifiable information.

We use cookies and similar tech to authenticate identity, determine login status, personalize content, enhance security, target advertising, and analyze performance. You consent via our cookie banner. You can disable cookies in browser settings, but this may affect site functionality.

Third-party services (ads, analytics, email marketing) may also set cookies. We do not control these third parties; consult their Privacy Policies or opt-out tools (e.g., Network Advertising Initiative, Digital Advertising Alliance) for more information.

Website Analytics
 We partner with analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics) that use cookies or trackers to analyze site usage, popularity of content, and user behavior. We do not transfer personal information beyond what’s described here.

Processing Your Information
 Typically, We engage third-party processors (e.g., payment gateways) to handle data. When We process data internally, it’s to administer, maintain, and improve Our website; fulfill contracts; keep transaction records; comply with legal obligations; and protect rights.

We may process:

Account data (name, address, email, payment info).

Usage data (IP, location, pages viewed).

Profile data (interests, hobbies).

Data You provide when using services.

Content You post (comments, blog responses).

Inquiry data.

Transaction data (purchases).

Subscription info (email/newsletter).

Correspondence data (emails to us).

Any other data described in this policy.

Data Retention
 We retain personal data as long as needed for legitimate business purposes or legal obligations, or until You request deletion. For account-based data, retention may be indefinite unless You delete Your account. Data collected for a specific purpose (e.g., law enforcement assistance) is kept only as long as needed. Data no longer required is permanently deleted. You may request deletion at any time; note that third-party retention policies are outside Our control, and You must contact those third parties directly for deletion. You may request a list of third parties to whom We’ve transmitted Your data.

Minors
 Our website and services are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under 13. If You become aware data of a child under 13 has been collected, contact us at tyler@tylerrye.com to request deletion.

Your Rights
 You have rights regarding Your personal data as outlined here. We may require proof of identity and may charge a reasonable fee for certain requests. Rights may be limited if they conflict with Our business interests, public interest, or legal obligations. Rights include:

Update Account Information: To update or delete Your info, contact tyler@tylerrye.com.

Access & Confirmation: You may request confirmation of data We hold, processing purposes, and disclosures to third-party processors. We will supply copies unless it affects others’ rights.

Change Consent: You may withdraw consent to Our processing. Doing so may require deleting Your account and limit access to Our services.

Opt-Out of Communications: Unsubscribe via link in any marketing email.

Request a Copy of Data: First request free; subsequent requests may incur reasonable fee.

Data Portability: Request transfer of data to another controller in a common format, unless undue burden.

Delete All Data: Request deletion; exceptions apply (e.g., legal obligations, defense of claims). This may terminate Your account.

Opt-Out of Marketing: You may opt-out of third-party marketing or use of Your data for marketing.

Restrict Processing: You may request restriction of processing when accuracy is contested or other grounds. Restricted data will be stored but not shared without consent or legal necessity.

Lodge Complaints: You can complain to a supervisory authority if You believe Your data rights are violated.

Newsletter and Marketing
 You may provide name/email for marketing. You can unsubscribe at any time; We reserve the right to maintain records of past subscribers. Your info may be used as necessary in Our business (e.g., via ads or campaigns) and shared with necessary parties (e.g., email service providers).

Data Breach Procedures
 We implement reasonable security measures (e.g., secure payment systems, accepted standards) but cannot guarantee complete security. By consenting, You acknowledge data may traverse the internet globally and cannot be fully controlled. In case of a breach affecting Your data, We will alert You via email within 72 hours of becoming aware, notify any required data protection authority, and work with affected users on remediation steps.

Privacy Policy Changes
 We may update this Privacy Policy at Our sole discretion. Significant changes will update the “Last updated” date and be posted here.

Notice to California Residents
 Under California law, You have rights regarding personal information collected via this site. To obtain categories of personal data collected or shared, or to exercise rights under California law, send a request via email or contact form. There is no charge for these requests.

International Privacy and GDPR Disclaimer
 Our website’s servers are in the United States. If You visit from outside the U.S., You agree data is transferred to the U.S. If You are in the EU, data is protected by appropriate safeguards (e.g., EU-US Privacy Shield/GDPR). By submitting opt-ins, You consent to collection of name and email and to receive communications from Tyler Rye Photography. You have the right to object to processing at any time. Your info will not be shared with third parties in the EU beyond what’s described here.

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