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 (including briefs, references, and attachments)

INFORMATION COLLECTED AUTOMATICALLY

- Basic usage data provided by Squarespace (the platform hosting this Site), including IP address, browser type, device information, and pages visited

- Location/usage data when you interact with embedded Google Maps on the contact page (processed by Google)

2. HOW I USE YOUR INFORMATION

I use the information collected to:
- Respond to enquiries about commissions, print availability, or collaboration
- Provide estimates and scheduling where relevant to an enquiry
- Send occasional updates about new work, available editions, and projects (only if you have subscribed to my mailing list)
- Improve the functionality and user experience of the site
- Comply with legal obligations

I do not sell personal information to third parties, and I do not use it for purposes unrelated to my photography practice and studio operations.

3. THIRD-PARTY SERVICES

The Site uses 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.

Squarespace Privacy Policy: https://www.squarespace.com/privacy

GOOGLE RECAPTCHA

Contact forms are protected by Google reCAPTCHA to prevent spam and automated submissions. This service may collect technical data including IP addresses.

Google Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

GOOGLE MAPS

The contact page includes an embedded map and a link to Google Maps for directions to the studio. Interacting with this map may allow Google to collect data about your usage.

Google Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

FUTURE TRACKING AND ANALYTICS

I may implement analytics or marketing tools such as Google Analytics and Meta Pixel in the future. If these services are added, this privacy policy will be updated accordingly, and the Site will present appropriate cookie/consent controls where required.

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 beyond what is required for core site operation, 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 may be retained for business and administrative purposes and deleted when no longer needed, typically after an enquiry is resolved or a project is complete.

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 (where applicable)
- Object to processing of your personal information (where applicable)
- Withdraw consent for communications (such as unsubscribing from the mailing list)
- Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority

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

7. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

Your data may be processed by service providers in different jurisdictions. Where applicable, I ensure appropriate safeguards are in place when transferring data internationally, in line 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 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 the studio.

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