Privacy Policy

Dorm Studio Pet Photography
Last updated: February 8th, 2026


Dorm Studio Pet Photography (“we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect personal information when you interact with our business, including through our website, social media platforms, and advertising forms (including Meta/Facebook and Instagram lead forms).

By submitting your information, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.


1. Information We Collect

A) Personal Information You Provide

We may collect personal information you voluntarily provide, including but not limited to:

  • Full name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Pet information (name, breed, age, behavior notes)

  • Session preferences and inquiry details

This information is commonly collected through:

  • Website contact forms

  • Meta (Facebook/Instagram) lead ads

  • Email communication

  • Booking and inquiry forms

B) Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we (or service providers) may automatically collect:

  • IP address, device type, browser type

  • Pages viewed and time spent

  • General location inferred from IP (city/state level)

This data is used for analytics and improving our services.


2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Respond to inquiries and provide quotes or service details

  • Schedule sessions, manage bookings, and deliver services

  • Communicate about your request (email/SMS/messages)

  • Send marketing communications (you can opt out anytime)

  • Improve our website, services, and advertising performance

  • Maintain business records and comply with legal obligations

We do not sell or rent your personal information.


3. Advertising & Third-Party Platforms

We use Meta Platforms, Inc. (Facebook and Instagram) to collect leads and run advertisements.

When you submit a lead form through Meta:

  • Your data is governed by Meta’s privacy policies in addition to this policy

  • We only use the information for the purpose disclosed at the time of collection

Meta’s Privacy Policy is available at: https://www.facebook.com/privacy/policy

We may use tracking technologies (such as the Meta Pixel and similar tools) to measure ad performance and improve targeting. These tools may collect event data (e.g., page views, form submissions) tied to your device.


4. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share information with trusted service providers who help us operate our business, such as:

  • Website hosting and analytics providers (e.g., Squarespace analytics)

  • Email/SMS marketing or newsletter providers

  • Scheduling, CRM, invoicing, or payment processors

  • Cloud storage providers (for business file storage)

These providers may access information only as needed to perform services for us and are expected to protect it. All third parties are required to keep your information secure and confidential.


5. Marketing Communications (Email/SMS)

If you opt in (or request information) we may send emails or texts related to your inquiry or offers.
You can opt out at any time:

  • Marketing emails: use the “unsubscribe” link (if included) or email us

  • SMS: reply “STOP” (if applicable)


6. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for business, legal, or operational purposes.


7. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on where you live, you may have rights to request:

  • Access to the personal information we hold about you

  • Correction of inaccurate information

  • Deletion of certain information

  • Opt-out of certain processing (where applicable)

To make a request, contact: rafa@thedormstudio.com
We may need to verify your identity before completing a request.

A) California (CCPA/CPRA) Notice

California Privacy Notice: If you are a California resident, you may have the right to request: (1) access to the categories and specific pieces of personal information we collected about you, (2) deletion of certain personal information, and (3) correction of inaccurate personal information. You may also have the right to opt out of the “sale” or “sharing” of personal information as those terms are defined by California law.

Dorm Studio Pet Photography does not sell personal information. We may use advertising and analytics tools that could be considered “sharing” for cross-context behavioral advertising under California law. You may opt out by contacting rafa@thedormstudio.com and requesting “California opt-out,” and/or by using browser/device controls that limit tracking where available.

We will not discriminate against you for exercising your rights.

B) EU/UK (GDPR) Notice

EEA/UK Privacy Rights: If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or the United Kingdom, we process your personal information under the following legal bases, as applicable:

  • Consent (e.g., marketing communications)

  • Contract (e.g., to provide requested services)

  • Legitimate interests (e.g., responding to inquiries, improving services, preventing fraud)

You may have the right to request access, correction, deletion, restriction, portability, or to object to certain processing. You can withdraw consent at any time for consent-based processing. To exercise these rights, email rafa@thedormstudio.com.

If you believe we have not addressed a concern, you may have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.


8. Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. However, no online system is completely secure.


9. Children’s Privacy

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


10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised date.


11. Contact Us

Email: rafa@thedormstudio.com
Website: thedormstudio.com