Privacy Policy

Petri Paronen Photography
Helsinki, Finland
Last updated: [1/5/2025]

Your privacy is important. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you interact with this website.

1. Who We Are

This website is operated by Petri Paronen, a professional photographer based in Helsinki, Finland. The site is built and hosted using Squarespace.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following personal data when you use this website:

  • Contact information – such as your name, email address, and phone number (when submitted via contact forms)

  • Client details – if you book photography services or receive a private gallery

  • Technical data – such as IP address, browser type, and site usage (via cookies and Squarespace analytics)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

  • Respond to messages and inquiries

  • Provide photography services and client galleries

  • Improve site performance and user experience

  • Comply with legal obligations (e.g. invoicing, record-keeping)

4. Cookies and Analytics

This website uses cookies for:

  • Essential site functionality

  • Performance and usage tracking via Squarespace Analytics

By using this site, you agree to the use of cookies. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

5. Third-Party Services

We may use trusted third-party tools to manage services such as:

  • Client galleries and downloads

  • Email communication

  • Payment processing (if applicable)

These providers are GDPR-compliant and only use data as needed to perform specific services.

6. Your Rights (GDPR)

As a resident of the EU, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Request correction or deletion

  • Withdraw consent at any time

  • Object to data processing

  • File a complaint with your local data protection authority

To request access or changes to your data, contact us using the details below.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary for service delivery, legal compliance, or communication history. You may request deletion at any time.

8. Data Security

Your data is stored securely via Squarespace’s hosting infrastructure and is protected from unauthorized access.

9. Contact

For any privacy-related questions or data requests, contact:

Petri Paronen
📍 Helsinki, Finland
📧 parosenpetri@gmail.com