1. Introduction
1.1. This Privacy Policy (the “Policy”) explains how your personal data is collected, used and protected when you use the website www.olgagalkina.com (the “Website”).
1.2. The data controller (the “Operator”) is Olga Galkina, a self-employed photographer based in the Russian Federation.
1.3. By using the Website and submitting your personal data via the contact form, you confirm that you have read this Policy and agree to the processing of your personal data as described here.

 

2. Personal data collected
2.1. When you submit the contact form, the Operator may collect the following personal data:

- your name (or nickname);

- your email address;

- the content of your message.

2.2. When you visit the Website, certain technical data may be collected automatically, such as your IP address, browser and device information, access time, cookies and other technical information necessary for the proper operation of the Website and basic analytics.

 

3. Purposes of processing
Your personal data is processed for the following purposes:
3.1. To receive and review your inquiries submitted via the contact form.
3.2. To contact you, answer your questions, discuss photography services and possible cooperation.
3.3. To enter into and perform agreements for photography services, where applicable.
3.4. To improve the Website and understand general interest in the Operator’s work and services (if analytics tools are used).

 

4. Legal basis for processing
4.1. Your personal data is processed on the following legal bases:

- your explicit consent given when you submit the contact form;

- the necessity to take steps at your request prior to entering into a contract and/or to perform a contract (photography services).

 

5. Methods and retention period
5.1. Personal data is processed using manual and/or automated means in accordance with applicable Russian data protection law.
5.2. Your personal data is stored only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes set out in this Policy, or until you withdraw your consent, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

 

6. Sharing of personal data
6.1. The Operator may share your personal data with third parties only in limited cases:

- with hosting providers, email services and other contractors involved in operating the Website and communicating with you, subject to appropriate data protection safeguards;

- when required to do so by law or by competent public authorities.

6.2. The Operator does not sell or share your personal data with third parties for their own marketing purposes.

 

7. Your rights
7.1. Depending on applicable law, you may have the right to:

- request information about your personal data held by the Operator;

- request correction, blocking or deletion of your personal data if it is inaccurate, outdated or processed unlawfully;

- withdraw your consent to the processing of your personal data at any time.

7.2. To exercise your rights or ask any questions about this Policy, you can contact the Operator at the email address provided in Section 9.

 

8. Cookies and analytics
8.1. The Website may use cookies and basic analytics tools to ensure proper operation, improve performance and understand general usage patterns.
8.2. You can disable cookies in your browser settings. Please note that this may affect the functionality of some parts of the Website.

 

9. Contact details
9.1. Data controller: Olga Galkina, self-employed photographer, Russian Federation.
9.2. Contact email for privacy-related questions: Olga.u.galkina@gmail.com

 

10. Changes to this Policy
10.1. The Operator may update this Policy from time to time. The current version is always available at www.olgagalkina.com/privacy-policy
10.2. Changes take effect from the date they are published on the Website, unless otherwise specified in the updated version.