Privacy Policy

Effective Date: March 2026

At Rock Hop Photography, I respect your privacy just as much as I respect the landscapes I photograph. This policy outlines exactly how your information is handled when you browse the galleries, inquire about licensing, or purchase a print.

1. What Information Is Collected?

Information You Share Directly

  • Inquiries and Correspondence: When you use the contact form to ask about a specific shot, request a custom print size, or discuss licensing, I collect the name and email address you provide so that I can reply to your request.

Secure Purchasing Data

  • Third-Party Payment Processing: To ensure the highest level of security, all transactions for prints and licenses are routed through trusted, industry-standard payment processors (such as Stripe or PayPal). I do not directly collect, process, or store your credit card numbers or sensitive financial data on my servers.
  • Fulfillment Details: Once a secure transaction is complete, the payment processor shares your name, email, and shipping address with me solely so I can successfully deliver your artwork.

Browsing Analytics

  • Google Analytics: To understand which galleries and images resonate most with visitors, this website utilizes Google Analytics. This service automatically logs standard, non-personally identifiable data—such as your browser type, device type, general location, and the pages you interact with most.

2. How Your Information Is Used

Any data collected is used strictly to maintain and improve the Rock Hop Photography portfolio and purchasing experience. Specifically, I use it to:

  • Process, package, and ship your fine art prints safely.
  • Provide accurate customer support and answer your direct inquiries.
  • Analyze overall site traffic to optimize loading times for high-resolution images and improve site navigation.

3. Who Sees Your Information?

I am in the business of selling photography, not data. I will never sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.

Your information is only shared under the following necessary circumstances:

  • Essential Service Providers: I share fulfillment details with trusted partners who make this business possible—namely, secure payment gateways, professional print labs, and shipping couriers (like UPS or FedEx).
  • Legal Requirements: If required by law, or to protect the rights and safety of this business and its users, I may disclose relevant information to legal authorities.

4. Cookies

Like most modern websites, Rock Hop Photography uses cookies to keep the site running smoothly and to support Google Analytics. You can adjust your browser settings to decline cookies at any time. To learn more about how Google handles analytics data, you can read Google’s Privacy & Terms.

5. Security

I take the digital security of this portfolio seriously, utilizing modern web standards and secure hosting to protect your data. However, please be aware that no method of internet transmission is 100% immune to breaches, and I cannot guarantee absolute digital security.

6. Policy Updates

As the site grows or legal requirements shift, I may occasionally update this policy. Any changes will be reflected directly on this page with an updated effective date.

7. Get In Touch

If you have any questions regarding how your data is handled, please feel free to reach out via the Contact page.