Private Policy

Effective Date: December 12, 2024
Last Updated: April 20, 2025

The Portraits Lounge (“we,” “our,” “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting any personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information when you interact with our website, services, and photography offerings.


1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, event details when you inquire or book our services.

  • Usage Data: When you browse our website, we collect non-personally identifiable information via cookies, such as browser type, pages visited, and time spent on site.

  • Images and Visual Media: Photographs taken during events, which may include portraits of guests and attendees.


2. How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:

  • Respond to inquiries and fulfill service requests

  • Deliver images and manage event galleries

  • Improve user experience on our website

  • Promote our services via marketing materials, portfolio galleries, and social media (see Section 6 for more details)

  • Comply with legal obligations


3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies allow us to understand site traffic, tailor content, and improve performance. You can manage cookie preferences in your browser settings.


4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. All galleries are protected with secure access, and sensitive data is stored in encrypted systems where applicable.


5. Third-Party Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may use trusted service providers (e.g., gallery hosting platforms, email services) to assist in delivering our services. These providers are obligated to maintain the confidentiality and security of your data.


6. Use of Event Photos & Guest Portraits

As a visual experience provider, The Portraits Lounge may capture photos of guests during events. By participating in an event where our services are provided, you acknowledge and agree to the following:

  • We may use selected images for promotional purposes, including our website, portfolio, social media, and marketing materials.

  • We take care to highlight tasteful, editorial-quality images that reflect the elegance and intention of the event.

  • If you wish to opt out of having your image used for promotional purposes, please contact us at [info@theportraitslounge.com] and we will honor your request.


7. Event Gallery Access & Privacy

To ensure privacy and discretion:

  • All event galleries are password-protected and shared only with the event host or authorized individuals.

  • Images are not publicly searchable or listed on the website unless express permission is given.

  • Download and sharing permissions are controlled at the host’s discretion.


8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you

  • Request correction or deletion of your information

  • Withdraw consent for marketing communications

  • Request removal of specific photos in which you appear

To exercise any of these rights, please email us at [info@theportraitslounge.com].


9. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed toward children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from minors without parental consent.


10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Effective Date” at the top will reflect the most recent changes. Continued use of our site and services indicates your agreement to the updated terms.


11. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

The Portraits Lounge
Email: [info@theportraitslounge.com]
Website: [www.theportraitslounge.com]