Privacy Policy


Last updated: January 1, 2026

Ashley Kruse Photography ("we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information collected through our website and client galleries hosted on Pixieset (collectively, the "Site").


Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information You Provide

You may voluntarily provide personal information when you:

  • Submit an inquiry or contact form
  • Book a photography session
  • Access a client gallery
  • Communicate with us via email

This information may include your name, email address, phone number, billing information, and any details you choose to share in your message.

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit the Site, certain information may be collected automatically, including:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and device information
  • Pages viewed and time spent on the Site

This information is used for website functionality, analytics, and to improve the user experience.


How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Respond to inquiries and provide photography services
  • Manage bookings, contracts, invoices, and galleries
  • Deliver images and client communications
  • Improve our website and services
  • Comply with legal and business obligations

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.


Pixieset Platform

Our website, client galleries, and booking tools are hosted through Pixieset. Pixieset may collect and process personal information on our behalf to provide these services. Pixieset’s use of your information is governed by its own Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.


Cookies and Analytics

The Site may use cookies and similar technologies to support functionality and analytics. Cookies help us understand how visitors use the Site and improve performance. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies; however, some parts of the Site may not function properly as a result.


Sharing of Information

We may share personal information only as necessary to:

  • Service providers who help operate our business (such as Pixieset)
  • Comply with legal obligations or lawful requests
  • Protect our rights, property, or safety

All service providers are permitted to use your information only for the purpose of providing services to us.


Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.


Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If such information is discovered, we will delete it promptly.


Your Rights and Choices

You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information by contacting us. You may also opt out of marketing communications at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails.

If you are a Texas resident, you may have additional rights under the Texas Data Privacy and Security Act (TDPSA), including the right to confirm whether we process your personal data, access your personal data, request correction or deletion, and opt out of certain types of data processing. To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below. We will respond in accordance with applicable law.


Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.


Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:

Ashley Kruse Photography

Email: ashleyphoto55@gmail.com