Welcome to the website of Shot by Sydney (“we,” “our,” or “us”). By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by the following Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use this website.

1. Use of Website
This website is provided for informational and booking inquiry purposes only. You agree to use this site lawfully and not for any prohibited or harmful purpose.

You may not:
Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the site
Copy or misuse content without permission
Use the site in a way that disrupts its operation

2. Intellectual Property
All images, text, graphics, logos, and content on this website are the property of [Your Business Name] unless otherwise stated.
You may not:
Download, copy, or reproduce photos without written permission
Use images for commercial or personal purposes without a license
Photography displayed on this site is protected by copyright law.

3. Photography Services & Booking
All photography services are subject to availability and confirmation through a signed contract and paid retainer (deposit).
A booking is not considered official until:
A contract is signed, and
A non-refundable retainer is received
Specific service terms (payment schedule, cancellations, rescheduling, image delivery, etc.) are governed by the individual client contract, not solely by these website Terms & Conditions.

4. Payments & Refunds
Payments, retainers, and refund policies are outlined in your client contract. Retainers are non-refundable unless otherwise stated in writing.
Failure to make payments according to the agreed schedule may result in cancellation of services.

5. Limitation of Liability
While we strive to provide the highest quality service and website accuracy, Shot by Sydney is not liable for:
Website interruptions or errors
Technical issues beyond our control
Loss or damage resulting from use of this website
To the fullest extent permitted by law, our liability is limited to the amount paid for services.

6. External Links
This website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of those external sites.

7. Privacy
Your use of this website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect and use your information.

8. Changes to These Terms
We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms & Conditions at any time without prior notice. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.

9. Governing Law
These Terms & Conditions are governed by the laws of the State of Illinois, without regard to conflict of law principles.

10. Contact Information
If you have questions about these Terms & Conditions, please contact:

Sydney Zaccanti
Email: syd@shotbysydney.com
Location: Chicago, Illinois

Terms and Conditions

Shot by Sydney (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.

1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Personal Information You Provide
When you contact us, book a session, or fill out a form on our website, you may provide personal information such as:
Name
Email address
Phone number
Event details (date, location, type of session)
Any other information you choose to share

Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, certain information may be collected automatically, including:
IP address
Browser type
Pages visited
Date and time of visit
This data is collected through cookies and analytics tools to help us improve the website experience.

2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
Respond to inquiries and communicate with you
Provide photography services
Send booking details and invoices
Improve our website and services
Maintain business records
We will never sell or rent your personal information.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to:
Understand how visitors use the site
Improve functionality and performance
You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect how the website functions.

4. Sharing Your Information
We do not share your personal information with third parties except when necessary to operate our business, such as:
Online gallery platforms
Payment processors
Email service providers
These third parties only receive information necessary to perform their services and are expected to protect your data.

5. Data Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights and Choices
You may request to:
Access your personal information
Correct or update your information
Have your information deleted (unless required for legal or business records)
To make a request, please contact us at syd@shotbysydney.com.

7. Children’s Information
This website is not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

8. Third-Party Links
This website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.

10. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Shot by Sydney
Email: syd@shotbysydney.com
Location: Chicago, Illinois

Privacy PolicY