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Privacy Policy

Last updated: 12 August 2026

Introduction

Monica Grimes Portrait Design, LLC ("Monica Grimes Portrait Design," "we," "us," or "our") is a professional portrait photography business located in New Market, Virginia. We are committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal information.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information obtained through https://www.monicagrimes.net/ and related communications, including SMS text messaging. Your use of this website and our SMS program is also governed by our Terms of Service.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

  • Identifiers: name, postal address, email address, phone number.
  • Booking and session information: date, time, location, and session type.
  • Transaction information: purchase history, order details, and payment status. Payment card details are processed by our payment providers and are not stored by us.
  • Website usage data: IP address, browser type, device information, and pages viewed.
  • Communication preferences: including SMS consent status.
  • Images and likeness: photographs taken during commissioned sessions, handled in accordance with your session agreement and any model release you provide.

How We Use Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide portrait photography services and administrative support.
  • Schedule sessions and send booking confirmations and reminders.
  • Deliver galleries, proofs, and finished images.
  • Process payments and issue invoices.
  • Respond to inquiries and requests.
  • Operate and improve our website.
  • Comply with legal and regulatory obligations.

SMS Text Messaging and Consent

Participation in our SMS program is limited to individuals aged 18 and over. If you choose to opt in to receive text messages from Monica Grimes Portrait Design, LLC, messages may include:

  • Booking and session confirmations.
  • Session reminders.
  • Gallery-ready and delivery notifications.
  • General notifications related to your booking.

Message frequency varies, typically 1 to 4 messages per month, depending on your scheduled sessions and related communications. Message and data rates may apply.

SMS consent is obtained separately from any service agreement. Opting in to SMS is voluntary and is not a condition of purchasing our services.

You may opt out at any time by replying STOP. You may request assistance by replying HELP or by contacting us at [email protected] or (540) 705-6096. Message and data rates may apply.

Messages are limited to transactional and informational content related to your booking, such as session confirmations, reminders, and delivery notifications, and are not used for general marketing campaigns.

Full SMS program terms are set out in our Terms of Service.

Information Sharing and Mobile Data Protection

We may engage service providers who process data on our behalf to support our operations, including scheduling systems, gallery and image delivery platforms, payment processors, and customer service platforms. These providers are contractually prohibited from using your information for their own marketing purposes.

No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. Information sharing to subcontractors in support services, such as customer service, is permitted. All other categories of use exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties, except for aggregators and providers of the text message services necessary to deliver messages you have requested.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies and similar technologies to improve website functionality and user experience. You can control cookies through your browser settings.

Your Rights and Choices

You may:

  • Opt out of SMS communications at any time without affecting your booking or the services you have purchased.
  • Request access to or correction of your personal information, subject to applicable law.
  • Opt out of non-essential cookies.

Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Contact Information

Monica Grimes Portrait Design, LLC
3044 River Rd
New Market, Virginia 22844
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (540) 705-6096

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

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