Last Updated: July 2025

Introduction
Welcome to bestmyrtlebeachphotographers.com (the “Website”), operated by Crystal Lee Photography, LLC (the “Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our Website and membership services.

Please read this policy carefully, as it is a legal document. By using our Website or becoming a member, you agree to the terms described herein.

Information We Collect
Contact Information:
When you fill out our contact forms or purchase membership services, we collect your name, mailing address, phone number, email address, and other contact details to communicate with you and provide our services.

Social Media Information:
If you provide social media details, we may access publicly available information related to your profiles, such as followers and interests, while respecting platform privacy settings.

Financial Information:
Payments are processed securely via third-party providers including Square, Stripe, and Dubsado. We do not store your payment information. Please review their privacy policies for more details.

Profile Information:
We create profiles based on the information you provide to identify and showcase you in our directory.

Usage & Analytics:
We use session analytics tools, including Google Analytics, Community Box, Pinterest and Meta, to monitor how users interact with our Website. such as pages visited, duration, and navigation patterns. Analytics collect technical data such as IP addresses and device specifications but do not track your precise location.

How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:

- Provide and manage your membership and directory profile.
- Communicate about your membership and services.
- Improve Website functionality and user experience through analytics tools such as Google Analytics, Community Box, and Meta (Facebook/Instagram).
- Send you marketing communications if you opt-in.
- Deliver targeted advertising through partners like Meta.

Cookies, Pixels, and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies, pixels, and similar tracking technologies provided by trusted third parties, including Meta and Community Box, to enhance user experience, remember preferences, and deliver relevant advertising.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings or via the cookie consent tool on our Website. Disabling cookies may limit some Website functions.

Email Marketing
We send marketing emails only to those who have opted in. Emails comply with the CAN-SPAM Act, include clear sender identification, and provide unsubscribe options. If you experience issues unsubscribing, please contact us.

Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. Financial information is retained by payment processors according to their policies.

Your Privacy Rights
California Residents: You have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including to access, delete, and opt-out of sale of your personal information. Contact us to exercise these rights.

European Union Residents: Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have rights to access, correct, erase, restrict processing of your data, and withdraw consent. Contact us for assistance.

Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 16. If you are under 18, please use our Website with parental or guardian consent.

Links to Other Websites
Our Website contains links to external sites, which are not controlled by us. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review those sites’ policies when visiting.

How We Protect Your Information
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your data, using industry standards and trusted third-party services. However, no system is completely secure. Please help protect your data by safeguarding your login credentials.

Information Disclosure
We disclose personal data only as necessary to provide services or comply with legal obligations. This includes sharing information with trusted third-party vendors like payment processors (Square, Stripe, Dubsado), marketing partners (Meta), analytics providers (Google Analytics, Community Box), and legal representatives. We do not sell your personal data.

Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact: directory@bestmyrtlebeachphotographers.com

Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. We encourage you to review it periodically.

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