1. Introduction
Signal Studio NYC ("we," "our," or "us") operates signalstudionyc.com. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our photography matching service.
2. Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly to us, including:
- Contact information: Name, email address, phone number
- Project details: Photography service type, goals, timeline, budget, preferred contact method
- Reference materials: Photos you upload to help us match you with a photographer
- Communications: Messages you send us or content of your inquiries
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Match you with suitable NYC photographers
- Communicate with you about your project and our services
- Send service-related emails (e.g., confirmation of your submission)
- Improve our services and website
- Comply with legal obligations
4. Sharing Your Information
We may share your information with photographers in our network solely for the purpose of matching you with a suitable provider. We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights and safety.
5. Data Security
We use industry-standard measures to protect your personal information. Data is stored securely and transmitted over encrypted connections (HTTPS). However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
6. Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. You may request deletion of your data by contacting us.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal information. To exercise these rights, contact us at hello@signalstudionyc.com.
8. Cookies and Analytics
We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience and analyze site traffic. Our analytics provider (Vercel Analytics) may collect anonymized usage data.
9. Third-Party Services
Our website uses third-party services including Resend (email delivery), Vercel (hosting), Neon (database), and Vercel Blob (file storage). These services have their own privacy policies governing how they handle data.
10. Children
Our services are not directed to anyone under 18. We do not knowingly collect information from children.
11. Changes
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top reflects when changes were last made. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
12. Contact Us
Questions about this Privacy Policy? Contact us at hello@signalstudionyc.com.