Last updated: 1/01/26
Lara Mahr Photography, LLC (“I,” “me,” or “my”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you visit my website.
By using this website, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
Information I Collect
a. Personal Information You Provide
You may voluntarily provide personal information such as:
- Name
- Email address
- Comments or messages submitted through the website
b. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit the website, I may automatically collect:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Pages visited and time spent on the site
- Referring website
This data is collected using cookies or similar technologies.
How I Use Your Information
I use your information to:
- Operate and maintain the website
- Respond to comments or inquiries
- Improve content and user experience
- Analyze website traffic and performance
- Prevent spam, fraud, or security issues
I do NOT sell your personal information.
Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), I process your personal data under the following legal bases:
- Consent – when you voluntarily provide information (e.g., comments or contact forms)
- Legitimate interests – to operate, maintain, and improve the website
- Legal obligations – when required to comply with applicable laws
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
I use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Understand how visitors interact with the website
- Store user preferences
- Analyze site traffic
You can disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
If required by law, cookie consent may be requested before non-essential cookies are used.
Third-Party Services
I may use third-party services such as:
- Analytics tools
- Email or newsletter providers
- Comment platforms
These services may collect data according to their own privacy policies. I am not responsible for third-party privacy practices.
How I Share Information
I only share personal information:
- When required by law
- To protect our legal rights
- With trusted service providers who assist in operating the website, under confidentiality obligations
I do NOT share personal data for commercial resale.
Data Retention
I retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
Your Privacy Rights
United States
Depending on your state, you may have the right to:
- Request access to personal data I hold about you
- Request correction or deletion of your data
Canada (PIPEDA)
Canadian users have the right to:
- Know why personal information is collected, used, or disclosed
- Access their personal information
- Request corrections
- Withdraw consent, subject to legal limitations
European Union / EEA (GDPR)
If you are located in the EEA, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”)
- Restrict or object to processing
- Request data portability
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority
To exercise any of these rights, contact me using the information below.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside of your own, including the United States and Canada. I take reasonable steps to ensure your data is protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
Children’s Information
This website is not intended for children under the age of 18. I do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided personal information, please contact me so I can remove it.
Data Security
I use reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.
Contact Me
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data rights, contact me at:
Lara Mahr, Owner
Lara Mahr Photography, LLC
PO Box 22 Marcellus, Michigan USA 49067
laramahr@gmail.com