Privacy Policy

At Sanskar Photography, your privacy and trust are critically important to us.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit https://sanskarphotography.com, communicate with us, or engage with our services — whether it’s for a wedding shoot, brand film, fashion editorial, or commercial visual content.

We are committed to safeguarding the privacy of our website visitors, clients, collaborators, and partners. This policy is written in clear, user-friendly language to help you understand what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights around it.

Who we are

Sanskar Photography is operated by Sanskar Gupta, a professional photographer and cinematographer based in India. I specialize in premium wedding photography, fashion editorials, brand campaigns, drone visuals, cinematic films, and commercial content across India and beyond.

This policy applies to all website visitors, clients, newsletter subscribers, social media leads, and collaborators interacting with us online or offline.

What Data We Collect & How We Collect It

We collect both personally identifiable information (PII) and non-personal usage data to provide, improve, and protect our services. Here’s how that breaks down:

a) Information You Provide Voluntarily

This includes data you submit through:

  • Contact forms (e.g., “Book Now,” “Get in Touch”)
  • Booking inquiries via WhatsApp or email
  • Client onboarding (project briefs, shot preferences, event details)
  • Testimonials or feedback submissions
  • Newsletter sign-ups (if enabled)

Typical data may include:

  • Full Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Event date & location
  • Service type (wedding, fashion, brand shoot, etc.)

b) Comments

When visitors leave comments on the site (if comments are enabled), we collect the data shown in the comment form, as well as:

  • The visitor’s IP address
  • The browser’s user agent string (helps detect spam)

An anonymized hash (derived from your email address) may be sent to the Gravatar service to check if you use it. Once your comment is approved, your profile picture may be visible publicly next to your comment.

Note: Gravatar’s privacy policy is governed by Automattic. You can review their policy independently.

c) Media Uploads

If you upload images to the website (such as testimonials, reviews, or portfolios), you should avoid uploading images with embedded location data (EXIF GPS). Other visitors may be able to download and extract location data from such images if they are publicly accessible.

d) Cookies

Cookies help improve your browsing experience by remembering your preferences. They may be set when:

  • You leave a comment (your name/email can be saved for convenience)
  • You log in (temporary login cookies for access, security, and screen settings)
  • You edit or publish content (WordPress may store post ID and edit data in your browser)

Cookie durations vary:

  • Login cookies last 2 days
  • Screen display preference cookies last 1 year
  • “Remember Me” login cookies last 2 weeks
  • Editor cookies (for posts/articles) expire after 1 day

You can disable cookies in your browser at any time.

e) Embedded Content

Some content (videos, portfolios, Instagram reels, etc.) may be embedded from other websites. Embedded content behaves exactly as if you visited the source site directly.

These third-party sites may collect data, use cookies, or track your interactions, especially if you’re logged in to those services (e.g., YouTube, Instagram).

Why We Use Your Data

We collect and process your data only for specific, legitimate purposes that help us deliver a better experience, fulfill your requests, and protect both you and our platform. Here’s how we use it:

a) For Service Delivery and Communication

  • To respond to booking inquiries and availability requests
  • To send project-related updates, schedules, and reminders
  • To deliver galleries, invoices, contracts, and shot plans
  • To follow up on deliverables or gather client feedback

b) For Client Experience & Support

  • To personalize your interaction with Sanskar Photography
  • To maintain an organized record of your event or project
  • To provide support before, during, and after a shoot

c) For Portfolio and Social Showcasing

  • With your consent, select images may be used on our portfolio, Instagram, or website case studies
  • You may opt-out of public sharing at any time by written request

d) For Website Functionality & Analytics

  • To improve the structure, usability, and performance of sanskarphotography.com
  • To understand how visitors interact with the site (via anonymized data)
  • To ensure pages load securely and responsively across devices

e) For Legal and Security Obligations

  • To prevent spam, fraud, or unauthorized access
  • To comply with data protection laws and requests (such as GDPR, if applicable)

How Long We Retain Your Data

We only retain personal information for as long as necessary based on the purpose of collection:

  • Booking inquiries and client messages: retained for up to 24 months for project continuity or reference
  • Client event data and project files: stored securely for 6–12 months after final delivery (unless otherwise agreed)
  • Published comments: retained indefinitely, including their metadata, to help with follow-up or moderation
  • Registered accounts (if any): stored as long as the account remains active; editable or deletable by the user

You may request data deletion or content takedown at any time by contacting us directly.

What Rights You Have Over Your Data

As a user or client of Sanskar Photography, you have full control over your personal information. We are committed to ensuring transparency, access, and respect for your privacy choices.

You have the right to:

✅ Access Your Data

You may request a copy of any personal information we’ve collected about you. This includes contact form submissions, email communications, and shoot-related details you’ve shared with us.

✅ Correct or Update Information

If you find that any personal data we hold is inaccurate or outdated (such as a phone number or spelling of your name), you can request a correction at any time.

✅ Request Data Deletion

You can request that we permanently delete:

  • Your booking or inquiry records
  • Any personal content submitted through the website
  • Comments you’ve posted
  • Photographs that may have been used (with prior consent) in our portfolio, blog, or social platforms

Note: We may retain certain information if required for legal, administrative, or contractual purposes (e.g., invoices, signed releases).

✅ Withdraw Consent

If you’ve given permission to use your images publicly (e.g., for portfolio display or Instagram features), you may withdraw that consent anytime. Simply reach out with the image details, and we will remove them promptly.

✅ Export Your Data

If you’d like an export of your data in a portable format, we can provide that upon request.

🔐 How to Exercise These Rights

You can contact us directly to submit any of the above requests:

We aim to respond to all requests within 5 working days.

Where Your Data Is Sent & Shared

At Sanskar Photography, we take data handling seriously and only share your information when it’s essential to deliver services, protect security, or comply with legal requirements. We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data.

Here’s how and where your data may be sent or processed:

✅ Spam Detection & Security Tools

Visitor comments or form submissions may be screened through automated spam detection services and firewalls to prevent abuse or unauthorized access.

Example:

  • WordPress spam filters
  • Server-level firewall protection
  • reCAPTCHA or similar tools

✅ Cloud-Based Storage & File Sharing

For delivering photo galleries, videos, or project files, we use cloud-based storage systems. These services may store your files and name/email metadata temporarily during delivery.

Tools may include:

  • Google Drive
  • WeTransfer
  • Dropbox

✅ Communication & Booking Tools

If you contact us via WhatsApp, social media DMs, or the website form, your message data may pass through third-party platforms that process messages securely.

Channels include:

  • WhatsApp Business
  • Instagram DMs
  • Meta Business Suite

✅ Payment Gateways (If Applicable)

If you make a booking or pay online, payment information is processed securely via third-party gateways. Sanskar Photography does not store card or banking details.

Common processors:

  • Razorpay
  • Stripe
  • UPI-linked gateways

✅ Website Hosting & Analytics

Your interaction with the site (pages viewed, time spent, browser type) may be recorded anonymously for performance and SEO improvement via:

  • Google Analytics (anonymized)
  • Server logs from hosting provider

All third-party providers are selected based on their compliance with Indian IT laws and international privacy standards such as GDPR where applicable.

Cookies, Embedded Content & Third-Party Tracking

When you visit sanskarphotography.com, certain data may be collected automatically through technologies like cookies, embedded media, and tracking pixels. These tools help enhance your experience and maintain the functionality of the website.

🍪 a) Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored in your browser to remember preferences and settings. On this site, cookies may be used to:

  • Save your name and email if you leave a comment (optional)
  • Maintain your screen preferences or device settings
  • Remember login info (for site admins only)
  • Improve overall performance and user experience

Note: These cookies do not store sensitive personal information.

📸 b) Embedded Content from Other Platforms

Some pages may feature embedded content (e.g., YouTube videos, Instagram reels, Pinterest boards, Google Maps). Embedded content from external sites behaves the same as if you visited those platforms directly.

Such services may collect data, use their own cookies, or track your interactions, especially if:

  • You’re logged into their platform (e.g., Instagram or YouTube)
  • You play or interact with embedded media on our site

Platforms we may embed content from:

  • Instagram
  • YouTube
  • Google Maps
  • Pinterest
  • Vimeo

For privacy settings related to those services, please review their individual policies.

🛠 c) Managing or Disabling Cookies

You can disable cookies through your browser settings at any time. Doing so may limit certain features (like saved form entries or embedded video playback), but it will not affect access to the site.

Common browsers offer cookie control in Settings > Privacy & Security.

How We Protect Your Data

At Sanskar Photography, safeguarding your personal information is a priority. We implement both technical and procedural measures to prevent unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure of your data.

🔒 Data Security Measures

  • SSL Encryption: Our website uses secure HTTPS (SSL) to encrypt data transmitted between your browser and our server.
  • Firewall & Malware Protection: We utilize server-level firewalls and malware monitoring tools to prevent unauthorized intrusions.
  • Form Data Hardening: All submitted forms are protected against spam and bot attacks using anti-spam filters or CAPTCHA tools.
  • Role-Based Access Control: Only authorized team members or technical partners with a clear purpose may access client data.

📁 Data Storage

  • Digital Files (e.g., photos, contracts, delivery files) are stored on trusted cloud platforms like Google Drive, Dropbox, or password-protected hard drives.
  • Client data is never shared outside project requirements and is kept only as long as necessary (see retention policy).

👥 Limited Internal Access

Access to contact data, project information, and deliverables is restricted to:

  • The photographer (Sanskar Gupta)
  • Direct collaborators (e.g., video editor, designer, if required for delivery)
  • Any assistants involved in planning or production (under NDA)

🚨 Breach Protocol

While we follow industry best practices, no system is immune. If we ever detect a data breach that puts your personal information at risk, we will notify affected parties within 72 hours of confirmation, along with recommended next steps.

Policy Updates & Contact Information

🔁 Changes to This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated occasionally to reflect changes in our services, compliance requirements, or website functionality. Any modifications will be published directly on this page with the effective date clearly noted.

We recommend checking this page periodically to stay informed about how your data is handled.

  • Last updated on: May 3, 2025

📬 Contact Information

If you have any questions about this policy, your data, or how we use your photographs or project materials, feel free to reach out:

We’re committed to responding to all privacy-related requests within 5 working days.

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