Legal & Privacy Policy
1. Introduction
This website is owned and operated by Carly Althoff, a documentary photographer and visual storyteller. By using this site, you agree to the terms laid out in this policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the site.
2. Intellectual Property
All content on this website, including but not limited to photographs, videos, text, graphics, and branding elements, are the property of Carly Althoff unless otherwise credited. No part of this site may be reproduced or used without explicit written permission.
Purchasing a digital download grants you a personal, non-commercial license to use the image. Commercial use, redistribution, or resale is strictly prohibited unless explicitly licensed.
3. Payment & Donations
This website accepts payments for digital photo downloads, donations, and service bookings. All payments are securely processed through trusted third-party payment processors through Squarespace. We do not store or have access to your full payment details.
Refunds are not issued for digital downloads. For custom services or commissioned work, please refer to individual contract terms provided upon engagement.
4. Data Collection & Privacy
We may collect personal information such as your name, email address, and location when you:
Make a purchase or donation
Fill out a contact form or inquiry
Subscribe to a newsletter or mailing list
This information is used solely for communication, marketing, or customer service related to this site and will never be sold or shared with third parties.
You can opt out of marketing communications at any time by using the “unsubscribe” link in our emails or contacting us directly at [your email].
5. Cookies
This site may use cookies to track visitor behavior, optimize performance, and enhance your browsing experience. By using this site, you consent to the use of such cookies.
6. External Links
This site may contain links to third-party websites, platforms, or services. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites.
7. Disclaimer
All content is provided for informational and artistic purposes only. While we strive for accuracy and ethical representation, we make no guarantees regarding the completeness, reliability, or accuracy of the stories and documentation on this site.
8. Changes to This Policy
This legal policy may be updated from time to time without notice. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed of any changes.