1. Introduction

ACTION PHOTO TOURS LLC ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our photo tour and photography education services.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using our website or services, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

  • Name and contact information (email address, phone number, mailing address)
  • Billing and payment information
  • Booking preferences and requirements
  • Photography experience level and interests
  • Emergency contact information for tour participants
  • Communications you send to us

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

  • IP address and device information
  • Browser type and version
  • Pages visited and time spent on pages
  • Referring website addresses
  • Location information (general geographic area)

2.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities. For more information, please see our Cookie Policy.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

  • Processing and fulfilling your tour bookings and service requests
  • Communicating with you about your inquiries and bookings
  • Sending promotional communications (with your consent)
  • Improving our website and services
  • Analyzing website usage and trends
  • Ensuring the safety of tour participants
  • Complying with legal obligations

4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

For individuals in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process personal information based on:

  • Consent: When you have given explicit consent for specific purposes
  • Contract: When processing is necessary to fulfill a contract with you
  • Legitimate Interest: When we have a legitimate business interest that does not override your rights
  • Legal Obligation: When we must comply with legal requirements

5. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California residents have the right to:

  • Know what personal information we collect and how we use it
  • Request deletion of their personal information
  • Opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
  • Request equal service and pricing when exercising privacy rights

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@action-photo-tours.com.

6. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: With third parties who help us operate our business (payment processors, tour partners)
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
  • With Your Consent: When you have given explicit permission

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide our services to you
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Resolve disputes and enforce agreements

When information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:

  • Encryption of data in transit
  • Secure storage systems
  • Access controls and authentication
  • Regular security assessments

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal information
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
  • Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
  • Objection: Object to certain processing activities
  • Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise these rights, contact us at info@action-photo-tours.com.

10. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn we have collected information from a child, we will delete it promptly.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers, including standard contractual clauses where required.

12. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new "Last updated" date. Your continued use of our website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

  • Email: info@action-photo-tours.com
  • Phone: +1 (848) 330-7813
  • Address: 451 W JOHNSON DR, KANAB, UT 84741

15. Supervisory Authority

For individuals in the EEA, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection supervisory authority if you believe your privacy rights have been violated.