Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how Ilkka Hietanen Photography collects, uses, and protects personal data when you visit ilkkahietanen.com.

1. Data Controller

Name: Ilkka Hietanen Photography
Business ID: 3435740-3
Email: ilkkahietanenphotography@gmail.com

2. What data do we collect?

We collect personal data when a user submits a contact form. This data may include:

• Name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Message content
  
  

In addition, we collect technical information through cookies and analytics, which may include:

• Browser type and version

• IP address

• Date and duration of visits

• Pages visited
  
  

3. Purpose of data processing

Personal data is processed for the following purposes:

• Responding to inquiries and communication with potential or existing clients

• Improving the website and analyzing its usage

4. Data retention

Personal data is retained only for as long as reasonably necessary to respond to inquiries, maintain communication, or comply with applicable legal obligations.

5. Data sharing and transfers

Personal data is not shared with third parties for marketing purposes without the user’s consent, unless required by law.

Data may be processed by trusted service providers necessary for operating the website and communication services (such as website hosting, email, and analytics providers). Analytics and website hosting are handled through Google Sites and related Google services, which may be located outside the EU/EEA. Google implements appropriate data protection safeguards, including Standard Contractual Clauses where applicable.

6. Your rights

You have the right to:

• Request access to or correction of your personal data

• Request deletion of your personal data

• Restrict or object to the processing of your personal data

• Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority (Office of the Data Protection Ombudsman, Finland)

7. Cookies

This website uses cookies for analytics and functionality purposes. Cookies may be processed by Google services. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.”

8. Changes

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be published on this page, and we encourage users to review it periodically.

Last updated: 2 January 2026

Terms of Service

By accessing or using this website, you agree to the following Terms of Service. If you do not agree, please refrain from using the website.

1. Website content

All content on this website, including images, text, and service descriptions, is the property of Ilkka Hietanen Photography, unless otherwise stated. The content may not be copied, reproduced, or used without prior written permission.

2. Description of the service

This website provides information about photography services and a means to contact the service provider. The website does not function as an online store and does not provide paid user access.

3. Limitation of liability

The website content is provided “as is”. While reasonable efforts are made to keep the content accurate and up to date, no guarantees are made regarding its completeness or accuracy.
Ilkka Hietanen Photography is not liable for any direct or indirect damages resulting from the use of, or inability to use, the website, to the extent permitted by applicable law.

4. External links

This website may include links to third-party websites. Ilkka Hietanen Photography is not responsible for the content, availability, or privacy practices of external websites.

5. Changes

These Terms of Service may be updated at any time without prior notice. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

Last updated: 2 January 2026