This privacy policy explains how Alexander Sylte ("I", "me", or "my") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit alexandersylte.com (the "Site"). I am committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data transparently and responsibly.

1. Information I Collect

Information you provide directly:

• Contact details (name, email address, telephone number) when you submit enquiries through contact forms

• Any additional information you choose to include in your correspondence with the studio

Information collected automatically:

• Basic usage data provided by Squarespace (the platform hosting this site), including IP addresses, browser type, and pages visited

• Location data when you interact with embedded Google Maps on the contact page

2. How I Use Your Information

I use the information collected to:

• Respond to your enquiries about commissions, print availability, or project collaboration

• Send occasional updates about new work, available editions, and upcoming projects (only if you've subscribed to my mailing list)

• Improve the functionality and user experience of the Site

• Comply with legal obligations

I will never sell your personal information to third parties or use it for purposes unrelated to my photography practice and studio operations.

3. Third-Party Services

The Site uses the following third-party services that may collect or process your data:

Squarespace: The Site is hosted on Squarespace, which may collect technical information about your visit. Please refer to Squarespace's Privacy Policy for details on their data practices.

Google reCAPTCHA: Contact forms are protected by Google reCAPTCHA to prevent spam and automated submissions. This service may collect technical data including IP addresses. Please refer to Google's Privacy Policy for details.

Google Maps: The contact page includes an embedded map and link to Google Maps for directions to the studio. Interacting with this map may allow Google to collect data about your usage. Please refer to Google's Privacy Policy for details.

Future tracking and analytics: I may implement tracking tools such as Google Analytics and Facebook Pixel for promotional purposes. Should I add these services, this privacy policy will be updated accordingly, and you will be notified through appropriate means (such as cookie consent mechanisms).

4. Cookies

The Site uses essential cookies required for basic functionality through Squarespace. These cannot be disabled if you wish to use the Site effectively. Currently, I do not use marketing or analytics cookies, though this may change in future as noted above.

5. Data Storage and Security

Your personal information is stored securely and retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy. I implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

Email correspondence and enquiry data are retained for business purposes and deleted when no longer needed, typically after project completion or enquiry resolution.

6. Your Rights

Under applicable data protection legislation (including GDPR), you have the right to:

• Access the personal information I hold about you

• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information

• Request deletion of your personal information

• Object to processing of your personal information

• Withdraw consent for communications (such as unsubscribing from my mailing list)

• Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority

To exercise any of these rights, please contact me at studio@alexandersylte.com.

7. International Data Transfers

As my studio operates in Norway and I work across Europe, your data may be processed in different jurisdictions. I ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place when transferring data internationally, in compliance with applicable data protection laws.

8. Children's Privacy

The Site is not directed at individuals under 16 years of age. I do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe I have inadvertently collected such information, please contact me immediately so it can be deleted.

9. Newsletter Subscriptions

If you subscribe to my mailing list, your email address will be used solely to send occasional updates about new work, available editions, and projects. You may unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in every email, or by contacting me directly.

10. Changes to This Policy

I may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in my practices or legal requirements. Any significant changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. I encourage you to review this policy periodically.

11. Contact Information

If you have questions about this privacy policy or how your personal information is handled, please contact:

Alexander Sylte
Sylte Studios
Hausmanns gate 6
0186 Oslo, Norway
+47 21 45 63 00
studio@alexandersylte.com