Legal and Privacy - Ric Barratt Photography

This page explains how content on this site, as well as images found elsewhere, may be used, along with a summary of privacy and data practices.

Copyright

All photographs, written posts, and other content created by Ric Barratt Photography are protected by copyright, whether displayed on this website or found elsewhere.

You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, edit, or use any content (including images and writing) without my explicit permission. This applies to websites, social media, publications, or any other platform.

If you would like to use any material, please contact me via the contact form.

Disclaimer

This is a personal, non-commercial, hobbyist photography website. The articles and photographs shared here reflect my own experiences, opinions and observations as a photographer, and are provided for general information and enjoyment. They are intended as personal reflections rather than definitive advice.

While I make every effort to keep the information accurate and up to date, I make no guarantees regarding its completeness, accuracy or suitability for any particular purpose.

Any reliance you place on the information on this website is at your own risk. You are responsible for your own decisions when using the information provided.

Safety

Some articles describe visits to natural landscapes and other outdoor locations.

Weather, water levels, tides, terrain and other conditions can change quickly and may present hazards. Night photography can also introduce additional challenges, particularly in remote locations where visibility is limited and fatigue can affect judgement.

Any decisions to visit or photograph these locations are your own responsibility. Always assess conditions for yourself, follow local guidance and restrictions, and plan appropriately for the environment you are visiting.

Look after your own safety and equipment, and remember that no photograph is worth taking unnecessary risks.

Privacy and cookies

This website does not collect personal data for marketing or advertising purposes. The only information you may provide is through the contact form (name, email, and message), used solely to respond to your enquiry. Messages go directly to my email and are not stored on the website.

Basic, non-identifying analytics may be used to understand site usage and improve the experience. No personal data is tracked or shared.

Security: Logs may collect technical data, including IP addresses, to help protect the site from spam and unauthorised access. This information is used only for security purposes.

Cookies: Only essential cookies are used to make the site and contact form work properly. No tracking or advertising cookies are used.

Your rights: If you’ve contacted me through the site, you may request deletion of your personal data at any time.

Data breaches: In the unlikely event that personal information submitted via the contact form is accessed without permission, I will take reasonable steps to address it.