Last updated: 2025 02 26
Welcome to Lushyanka Perera Photography! Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you visit LushyankaPereraphotography.com.
1. Information We Collect
We collect and process the following types of data:
a. Personal Information (Provided by You)
We collect personal data when you:
Place an order
Contact us via forms or email
Subscribe to our newsletter
Create an account (if applicable)
This includes: ✔ Name
✔ Email address
✔ Phone number
✔ Billing & shipping address
✔ Payment details (processed securely via third-party payment providers)
b. Automated Information (Collected Automatically)
Our website uses analytics tools and caching plugins, which may collect: ✔ IP address
✔ Browser type
✔ Device information
✔ Pages visited & time spent on our site
✔ Cookies and tracking technologies
We use tools like Google Analytics, LiteSpeed Cache, Yoast SEO, and Wordfence Security for performance, SEO, and security monitoring.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected data to: ✅ Process and fulfill orders
✅ Improve website functionality and performance
✅ Enhance security and prevent fraud (Wordfence Security)
✅ Provide customer support
✅ Send order confirmations, updates, or promotional emails (only with consent)
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties for profit.
3. GDPR Compliance (For EU/EEA Users)
If you are a resident of the European Union (EU), European Economic Area (EEA), or the UK, you have the following GDPR rights:
✔ Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
✔ Right to Rectification: Request corrections to inaccurate data.
✔ Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data.
✔ Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data.
✔ Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured format.
✔ Right to Object: Object to data processing for direct marketing purposes.
✔ Right to Withdraw Consent: If you previously consented to data collection, you can withdraw it at any time.
To exercise these rights, contact us at [Your Email].
4. Cookie Policy & User Consent
We use cookies for: ✔ Website functionality and performance (LiteSpeed Cache)
✔ SEO optimization (Yoast SEO)
✔ Security monitoring (Wordfence Security)
By using our website, you consent to cookies being used. However, you can manage cookie preferences in your browser or use a cookie consent banner.
To disable cookies, visit your browser settings:
Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security
Safari: Preferences > Privacy
5. How We Share Your Information
We only share your data in the following cases:
✔ Payment Processing: Your payment details are securely handled by third-party payment gateways (e.g., PayPal, Stripe). We do not store credit card details.
✔ Shipping Services: To fulfill orders, we may share your shipping address with delivery service providers.
✔ Website Security: Wordfence Security helps monitor suspicious activity to protect our website and users.
✔ Legal Compliance: If required by law, we may disclose information to law enforcement authorities.
6. Data Security Measures
We implement: ✅ SSL encryption for secure data transmission
✅ Regular backups via UpdraftPlus
✅ Malware protection via Wordfence Security
✅ Secure login & access controls
Despite our best efforts, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We recommend using strong passwords and not sharing account details.
7. Third-Party Services & Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., social media, payment gateways). We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies before sharing your information.
8. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to: ✔ Provide services and fulfill transactions
✔ Comply with legal obligations
✔ Resolve disputes
✔ Enforce agreements
If you request data deletion, we will remove your information unless legally required to retain it.
9. Data Breach Notification
In case of a data breach, we will: ✔ Notify affected users as soon as possible
✔ Report the breach to the relevant data protection authorities (if required)
✔ Take necessary measures to prevent further breaches
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the “Last Updated” date.
11. Contact Us
For questions regarding this Privacy Policy, contact us at:
📧 Email: [Your Contact Email]
🌐 Website: LushyankaPereraphotography.com
Thank you for trusting Lushyanka Perera Photography with your personal information!