Privacy Policy
Last updated: [01 January 2026]
AKHIL VINAYAK MENON PHOTOGRAPHY SERVICES (“we”, “our”, “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, and safeguarded when you visit akhilvinayakmenon.com.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect personal information when you interact with our website, including but not limited to:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number (if provided)
- Shipping and billing address (for store purchases)
- Order details related to prints, products, or services
- Information submitted through contact or inquiry forms
Payment details are processed securely by third-party payment providers. We do not store or have access to your credit or debit card information.
2. How We Use Your Information
Your information is used only for legitimate business purposes, including:
- Processing and fulfilling orders
- Responding to inquiries and communication requests
- Customer support and service-related communication
- Website and service improvement
- Legal, accounting, or regulatory requirements
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal data to third parties.
3. Payments
All payments on this website are handled through secure third-party payment gateways. These providers are responsible for handling your payment information in accordance with their own privacy and security policies.
4. Data Sharing
We may share limited personal information only when necessary with:
- Payment processing providers
- Shipping and delivery partners
- Website hosting, analytics, or e-commerce service providers
All such parties are required to handle your data securely and only for the purpose for which it was shared.
5. Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure. However, no online system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
6. Cookies
This website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve user experience and analyze site traffic. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to request:
- Access to the personal data we hold about you
- Correction or update of inaccurate information
- Deletion of your personal data, subject to legal or transactional obligations
Requests can be made using the contact details provided below.
8. GDPR (For Visitors from the European Economic Area)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
Under GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction or deletion of your data
- Restrict or object to certain types of processing
- Request data portability
- Withdraw consent at any time, where consent is the legal basis
We process your data based on one or more of the following legal grounds:
- Your consent
- The performance of a contract (e.g., fulfilling an order)
- Compliance with legal obligations
- Legitimate business interests
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.
9. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites or platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites.
10. Legal & Jurisdiction
Akhil Vinayak Menon Photography is a licensed photography business based in the United Arab Emirates, and this Privacy Policy is governed by applicable UAE laws and regulations.
11. Changes to This Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated revision date.
12. Contact
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:
Akhil Vinayak Menon Photography
Website: akhilvinayakmenon.com
Email: info@akhil.photos
By using this website, you consent to this Privacy Policy.