Privacy Policy

Adam Schallau Photography ("I," “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how personal information is collected, used, and shared when you visit or make a purchase from adamschallau.com (the “Site”).

By using this Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

Personal Information You Provide

When you interact with the Site, we may collect the following information:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Mailing and billing address
  • Phone number (if provided)
  • Any information you voluntarily submit through contact forms, email inquiries, or newsletter sign-ups

This information is collected only for legitimate business purposes, such as responding to inquiries, fulfilling orders, or sending optional email updates.

Payment Information

We do not store or process payment information directly on this website. Payments are securely handled by third-party payment processors:

These services collect and process payment information in accordance with their own privacy policies.

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit the Site, certain information may be collected automatically, including:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and device information
  • Pages viewed and time spent on the Site
  • Referring URLs

This information helps us understand how visitors use the Site and improve overall performance and user experience.

How We Use Your Information

We use personal information to:

  • Respond to inquiries and customer communications
  • Fulfill print, book, and product orders
  • Send order confirmations and shipping updates
  • Send newsletters or announcements only if you have opted in
  • Improve website functionality and user experience
  • Comply with legal and accounting obligations
  • We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

Email Communications

If you sign up for our newsletter, your name and email address may be shared with our email service provider solely for the purpose of sending you updates and announcements.

All marketing emails include an unsubscribe link, allowing you to opt out at any time.

Cookies & Analytics

This Site uses cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Ensure proper website functionality
  • Analyze traffic and site usage
  • Improve performance and content

Cookies are small data files stored on your device. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, though some site features may not function properly.

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to help understand how visitors use the Site. Google may collect data in accordance with its own privacy policy:

Sharing Your Information

We share personal information only with trusted third parties when necessary to operate the Site and provide services, such as:

  • Payment processors (Stripe, PayPal)
  • Website analytics providers

We may also disclose information if required by law or to protect our legal rights.

Data Security

We take reasonable precautions to protect your personal information. The Site uses secure protocols (HTTPS) and reputable third-party services to safeguard data.

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Children’s Privacy

We do not intend to, and do not, knowingly collect information from children. We do not target children with our services.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you
  • Request correction or deletion of your information
  • Withdraw consent for email communications

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact:

Adam Schallau Photography
Contact Us
(928) 864-6423

Changes to this Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to make changes to this Privacy Policy. Last update was January 11, 2026