GaleoSelect

Privacy Policy

Your privacy is our priority. Learn how we protect and handle your data.

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Privacy at a Glance

We Protect

Your photos and personal data are encrypted and securely stored.

You Control

You own your content and decide who can access your galleries.

We're Transparent

Clear policies on how we collect, use, and protect your information.

Table of Contents

At GaleoSelect, we understand that photographers and their clients trust us with their most precious memories. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share your information when you use our photography platform.

Our Commitment to Privacy

  • • We never sell your personal information or photos
  • • You maintain full ownership and control of your content
  • • We use industry-standard encryption and security measures
  • • We're transparent about what data we collect and why

Account Information

  • Name, email address, and profile information
  • Billing information and payment details (processed securely by our payment partners)
  • Professional information (business name, website, photography specialization)

Content Data

  • Photographs and images you upload to our platform
  • Gallery titles, descriptions, and organizational information
  • Client contact information you provide (names, emails, phone numbers)
  • Photo metadata (EXIF data, file sizes, upload timestamps)

Usage Information

  • How you interact with our platform (pages visited, features used)
  • Device information (browser type, operating system, IP address)
  • Gallery performance analytics (views, downloads, client selections)
  • Communication records (support requests, feedback)

Client Information

When clients view and interact with your galleries, we collect minimal information including their selections, download activity, and basic device information to provide the service.

Service Provision

  • Store and deliver your photographs securely
  • Create and customize gallery experiences
  • Process client selections and downloads
  • Send notifications and updates about your galleries

Account Management

  • Authenticate and authorize access to your account
  • Process payments and manage subscriptions
  • Provide customer support and technical assistance
  • Send important account and service updates

Platform Improvement

  • Analyze usage patterns to improve our features
  • Monitor system performance and reliability
  • Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
  • Develop new features based on user needs

Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

We process your data based on: contractual necessity (to provide our service), legitimate interests (to improve and secure our platform), and your consent (for marketing communications, which you can withdraw anytime).

We Never Sell Your Data

GaleoSelect does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information or photographs to third parties for marketing or any other purposes.

When We Share Information

Service Providers

We work with trusted third-party services that help us operate our platform:

  • Cloud storage providers (for secure photo storage)
  • Payment processors (for subscription billing)
  • Email service providers (for notifications and communication)
  • Analytics services (for platform improvement)

Gallery Sharing

Your photos are shared only as you direct - with clients through gallery links you create and distribute.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by law, legal process, or to protect our rights, users, or the public from harm.

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale, user information may be transferred as part of the business assets.

Security Measures

Encryption

All data is encrypted in transit (TLS) and at rest (AES-256)

Access Control

Multi-factor authentication and role-based access controls

Backup Systems

Regular automated backups with geographic redundancy

Monitoring

24/7 security monitoring and incident response

Data Storage Locations

Your data is stored in secure data centers located in [Your Primary Region]. We may use additional regions for backup and performance optimization, always maintaining the same security standards.

Security Recommendations

  • • Use a strong, unique password for your GaleoSelect account
  • • Enable two-factor authentication when available
  • • Keep your devices and browsers updated
  • • Log out when using shared or public computers

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to provide and improve our service. Here's what we use and why:

Types of Cookies

Essential Cookies

Required for basic functionality like logging in and maintaining your session. These cannot be disabled.

Functional Cookies

Remember your preferences and settings to personalize your experience.

Analytics Cookies

Help us understand how you use our platform so we can make improvements.

Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect platform functionality.

Cookie Settings: Visit our Cookie Settings page to manage your preferences.

You have important rights regarding your personal information. Here's what you can do:

Access Your Data

Request a copy of all personal information we have about you

Correct Information

Update or correct any inaccurate personal information

Delete Your Data

Request deletion of your personal information (right to be forgotten)

Data Portability

Export your data in a machine-readable format

Restrict Processing

Limit how we use your personal information

Object to Processing

Object to certain types of data processing

How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at privacy@galeoselect.com or through your account settings.

We'll respond to your request within 30 days and may need to verify your identity for security purposes.

We retain your information only as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill legal obligations.

Retention Periods

Active Accounts

Your data is retained while your account is active and for legitimate business purposes

Closed Accounts

Account data is retained for 30 days after closure, then permanently deleted

Legal Requirements

Some data may be retained longer to comply with legal, tax, or regulatory requirements

Your Photos

Your photographs are deleted immediately when you remove them from your galleries or close your account, except for temporary backup copies which are purged within 30 days.

GaleoSelect operates globally, and your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own.

Data Protection Standards

When we transfer data internationally, we ensure adequate protection through:

  • Standard Contractual Clauses approved by regulatory authorities
  • Adequacy decisions by relevant data protection authorities
  • Other appropriate safeguards as required by applicable law

GDPR Compliance

For users in the European Union, we comply with GDPR requirements for international data transfers and provide appropriate safeguards for your personal data.

GaleoSelect is not intended for use by children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

Photography Services

While our service is for professional photographers who may photograph children, the account holder must be at least 18 years old and responsible for obtaining appropriate consents for any photos involving minors.

If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors.

How We Notify You

  • Email notification for material changes
  • In-app notifications for significant updates
  • Updated "Last Modified" date at the top of this policy
  • 30-day advance notice for major changes

Continued use of our service after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Privacy Questions

Email: privacy@galeoselect.com

Response Time: Within 72 hours

Data Protection Officer

Email: dpo@galeoselect.com

Address: [Your Business Address]

Regulatory Contact

If you're not satisfied with our response to your privacy concerns, you have the right to contact your local data protection authority or supervisory authority.

Your privacy and trust are essential to us. We're committed to protecting your personal information and being transparent about our practices.