Privacy Policy

Effective Date: August 17, 2026

Website: https://hollymandarich.com/

Location: British Columbia, Canada

This Privacy Policy explains how Holly Mandarich ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, discloses, and protects your personal information when you visit or interact with hollymandarich.com (the "Site").

By accessing or using our Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, as well as certain data automatically collected when you visit our Site.

Information You Provide Directly:

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and message content when you fill out a contact form, schedule a call, or inquire about photography, design, or coaching services.

  • Client Information: Invoicing, billing address, or project details submitted when partnering on commissioned work or coaching engagements.

Information Collected Automatically:

  • Usage & Analytics Data: IP address, browser type, device information, operating system, pages viewed, and the dates/times of your visits.

  • Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We may use cookies and similar technologies to improve site performance, analyze traffic, and enhance user experience.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for purposes grounded in operating our creative business, including:

  • Responding to inquiries, booking calls, and providing information about services.

  • Executing contracts, deliverable fulfillment, and client invoicing.

  • Improving website functionality, content, and user experience.

  • Sending periodic updates, newsletters, or marketing communications (only with your express consent, which you may withdraw at any time).

  • Complying with legal obligations under British Columbia and Canadian law.

3. How We Share Your Information

We respect your privacy and do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We only share information with third parties in the following limited circumstances:

  • Service Providers: Trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, hosting services, managing client inquiries, processing payments, or running analytics (e.g., Squarespace, Google Analytics, scheduling tools).

  • Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government regulation, or to protect our legal rights and safety.

4. Third-Party Links & Services

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites, tools, or portfolios (e.g., social media platforms or external client features). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party site you visit.

5. Data Security & Storage

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

Your personal information is stored and processed on servers that may be located in Canada or the United States. Where data is processed outside of Canada, it may be subject to the laws of those jurisdictions.

6. Your Rights & Choices

Under British Columbia’s Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA), you have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.

  • Correction: Request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete personal data.

  • Withdraw Consent: Withdraw your consent to our collection, use, or disclosure of your personal information at any time (subject to legal or contractual restrictions).

  • Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing emails using the "unsubscribe" link provided in those messages.

7. Children's Privacy

Our Site and services are not directed to individuals under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. Updated versions will be posted on this page with an updated "Effective Date."

9. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact:

Holly Mandarich

British Columbia, Canada

Email: hello@hollymandarich.com