Privacy Policy

    • The Charles Gallery | Photography is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of personal information entrusted to us by our clients and visitors to our website.
    • We adhere to the principles outlined in the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) to ensure that personal information is collected, used, and stored in a lawful and responsible manner.
    • We collect personal information directly from individuals or indirectly through our website, social media platforms, or other communication channels. This information may include but is not limited to:
        • Full Names
        • Contact Details (email address, phone number, cellphone number, address)
        • Payment Information
        • Photographs or Images
    • We collect personal information for specified, explicit, and legitimate purposes and do not process it further in a manner incompatible with those purposes.
    • Personal information collected by The Charles Gallery | Photography may be used for the following purposes:
        • Providing photography services
        • Communicating with clients regarding their photography sessions or orders
        • Processing payments
        • Sending marketing communications with consent
        • Improving our services
    • We do not sell, rent, or disclose personal information to third parties without consent, unless required by law or in accordance with legal obligations.
    • The Charles Gallery | Photography implements appropriate technical and organisational measures to safeguard personal information against loss, theft, unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
    • Access to personal information is restricted to authorised personnel only, and all staff are trained on the importance of data protection and confidentiality.
    • Individuals have the right to request access to, correction of, or deletion of their personal information held by The Charles Gallery | Photography.
    • Requests for access, correction, or deletion of personal information should be submitted in writing to our designated privacy officer.
    • Personal information is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law.
    • When personal information is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymised.
    • By engaging with The Charles Gallery | Photography or using our services, individuals consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of their personal information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
    • Consent may be withdrawn at any time by contacting our privacy officer, although this may affect the ability to provide certain services.
    • This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in legal or regulatory requirements, technology, or business practices. Any updates will be posted on our website.
    • If you have any questions or concerns about our Privacy Policy or our practices regarding personal information, please contact:

      The Charles Gallery | Photography
      Mvemve Street, Spruitview, Vosloorus, 1486
      +27733661128
      privacy@thecharlesgallery.co.za
      Effective Date: July 13, 2024