Privacy Policy

Who We Are
Photos of Bendigo is an online publication dedicated to capturing and sharing sports, news, stock, and event photography across the central Victorian region. We source images directly from photographers and sell them online to private customers. Our website address is https://www.bendigo.photos.

Thank You for Visiting Photos of Bendigo
This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our website, including our email marketing practices.

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Information We Collect

Personal Information
We collect your name, email address, and other contact details when you:

• Create an account or log in to view event photo galleries
• Purchase or download free images
• Place photo orders for delivery

Providing a valid email address is required to use the Photos of Bendigo website and access its services.

Cookie Information
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Save photos to your cart
• Present personalized advertisements
• Monitor website traffic and user behavior

For more information on how we use cookies, refer to our Cookies and Tracking Notice.

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How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To provide access to photo galleries, downloadable content, and purchase options
• To process transactions and fulfill orders
• To communicate with you about orders, inquiries, and promotional offers
• To enhance your browsing experience and provide personalized content
• To comply with legal and regulatory requirements

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Email Marketing Practices

At Photos of Bendigo, email plays a vital role in providing access to our services. By providing your email address:

• You agree to our Privacy Policy and End User Agreement for the usage of personal photos.
• You gain access to event photo galleries, free and purchasable image downloads, and order fulfillment services.

Opting Out of Email Services
If you unsubscribe from our email service provider (Mailchimp), you will no longer be able to access our website’s services. If you wish to regain access, you may opt back in through a double opt-in process via the link provided here: Email Newsletter Access.

Tracking and Personalization
We use email login, cookies, and tracking technologies to:

• Analyze user interactions on our site
• Personalize email communications and content
• Improve customer experience and marketing strategies

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Data Security

We are committed to protecting your data through secure servers, encryption, and restricted access.

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Data Retention

Your information is retained as long as necessary to provide services or meet legal requirements.

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Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access, update, or delete your personal information
• Restrict or object to certain processing activities
  To exercise these rights, contact us at contact@bendigo.photos.

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Third-Party Disclosure

We do not sell or trade personal information to third parties without your consent, except as outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law.

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Policy Updates

This policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in practices or legal requirements. Please review it regularly.

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Contact Us

For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our email marketing practices, email us at contact@bendigo.photos.

Last Updated: 29/11/2024