Golden Hour Collective – Virtual Assistance & Photography

Effective Date: May 22, 2026

Golden Hour Collective values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, stored, and protected when engaging with Golden Hour Collective for virtual assistance, photography, creative, and digital services.

By using services provided by Golden Hour Collective, you consent to the practices outlined in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information Collected

Golden Hour Collective may collect personal and business information including, but not limited to:

• Name and contact information

• Email address and phone number

• Billing and payment information

• Business details and project information

• Social media account information provided for management purposes

• Photography session details

• Client communications and correspondence

• Images, branding materials, and content provided by clients

Information is collected only when voluntarily provided through inquiries, bookings, contracts, forms, invoices, social media, or direct communication.

2. How Information Is Used

Information collected may be used for:

• Providing virtual assistant and photography services

• Client communication and customer support

• Scheduling appointments and consultations

• Processing invoices and payments

• Delivering completed work and galleries

• Managing projects and business operations

• Marketing and promotional purposes where consent has been provided

• Improving client experience and services

Golden Hour Collective will only use information as reasonably necessary to provide services and operate professionally.

3. Confidentiality

Golden Hour Collective understands the importance of confidentiality and professionalism.

All sensitive client information, business materials, passwords, private communications, and internal documents shared for virtual assistant services will be treated as confidential and will not be shared, sold, or disclosed to third parties unless:

• Required by law

• Necessary to complete contracted services

• Authorized by the client in writing

Reasonable efforts are made to maintain secure handling of client information and digital materials.

4. Photography & Media Usage

Photographs and creative content created by Golden Hour Collective may be used for:

• Portfolio display

• Social media promotion

• Website galleries

• Marketing and promotional materials

Clients may request privacy or non-disclosure of images prior to the session or project in writing.

Golden Hour Collective respects client privacy and will honor agreed confidentiality requests whenever reasonably possible.

5. Third-Party Platforms

Golden Hour Collective may use trusted third-party platforms and software for:

• Payment processing

• File sharing

• Scheduling

• Social media management

• Cloud storage

• Website hosting

While reasonable care is taken in selecting secure services, Golden Hour Collective is not responsible for privacy practices, breaches, or technical issues caused by third-party providers.

Clients are encouraged to review the privacy policies of external platforms they interact with.

6. Data Storage & Security

Golden Hour Collective takes reasonable administrative and digital precautions to protect personal and business information from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure.

However, no method of electronic communication or storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure. Clients acknowledge and accept this risk when sharing information electronically.

7. Client Rights

Clients may request to:

• Access personal information held by Golden Hour Collective

• Correct inaccurate information

• Withdraw consent for marketing communications

• Request deletion of certain personal information where applicable

Requests may be submitted in writing and will be addressed within a reasonable timeframe.

8. Cookies & Website Analytics

If Golden Hour Collective operates a website, cookies or analytics tools may be used to:

• Improve website functionality

• Monitor traffic and engagement

• Enhance user experience

Users may disable cookies through their browser settings if preferred.

9. Policy Updates

Golden Hour Collective reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect business, legal, or operational changes.

Updated versions will become effective upon posting or distribution.

10. Contact Information

For questions regarding this Privacy Policy or handling of personal information, please contact:

Golden Hour Collective
Virtual Assistance • Photography • Creative Support

By engaging with Golden Hour Collective services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.