Privacy Policy
Last updated: November 2025
At The Sassenachs, we take your privacy seriously. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our website and services.
Who We Are
We are The Sassenachs, elopement photographers based in Scotland. Our website address is: https://thesassenachs.co.uk
What Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly to us, including:
- Name and contact details (email address, phone number)
- Wedding/elopement details (date, location preferences, plans)
- Payment information (processed securely through our payment provider)
- Photographs and images from your elopement
- Any other information you choose to share with us
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Respond to your enquiries and communicate with you
- Plan and deliver our photography services
- Process payments and manage bookings
- Send you relevant information about your elopement
- Improve our services and website
- With your permission, share images on our website and social media
Cookies
Our website uses cookies to improve your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. We use:
- Essential cookies required for the website to function
- Analytics cookies to understand how visitors use our site
- Marketing cookies to deliver relevant content
You can control cookies through your browser settings.
Third-Party Services
We use trusted third-party services to help run our business:
- Google Analytics — to understand website traffic
- Payment processors — to securely handle transactions
- Email marketing services — to send newsletters (only with your consent)
- Cloud storage — to securely store and deliver your images
These services have their own privacy policies and we encourage you to review them.
Your Images
The photographs we take of your elopement are special, and we treat them with care. We will only use your images for marketing purposes (website, social media, print) with your explicit permission, as outlined in your contract. You can withdraw this permission at any time by contacting us.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfil legal obligations. Your images are stored securely and kept for a minimum of 12 months after delivery, after which we may archive or delete them.
Your Rights
Under UK data protection law (UK GDPR), you have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your information
- Object to or restrict processing of your information
- Data portability
- Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed at children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy on this page with an updated date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this privacy policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at:
Email: hello@thesassenachs.co.uk