Privacy notice
What we collect, and why.
Brill Photography is operated by Brill Photography LLC. This page explains what data the site collects, how it's used, how long it's kept, and your rights under California's Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA / CPRA) and other applicable laws.
TL;DR: If you enter the print giveaway, we collect your email and basic interaction data. We use this to run the giveaway, communicate with you, and occasionally share updates or related work. We also use standard tools to understand how the site is used and improve it. We do not sell personal information for money.
1. What we collect
- Email address — if you choose to enter the print giveaway.
- Anonymous browser ID — a random identifier stored in your browser when you interact with photos.
- Photos you've liked — tied to your browser ID and, if provided, your email.
- Usage data — basic information about how the site is used (such as pages visited and interactions), collected through cookies or similar technologies.
- Server logs — like most websites, infrastructure providers log request data (IP address, timestamp, browser, requested pages) for security and uptime.
2. How we use the information
We use collected data to:
- Run the giveaway and select a winner
- Contact the winner and deliver the print
- Send occasional updates about photography or related work
- Improve the site and understand how it is used
- Support marketing and improve how our work is shared and discovered
Your information may be used across projects and businesses operated by Robert Brill.
3. What we don't do
- We do not sell personal information for money
- We do not knowingly collect sensitive personal information
4. Who processes the data
We rely on a small number of service providers to run the site (such as hosting, database, and content delivery services). These providers process data on our behalf.
We also use standard analytics and advertising services to understand usage and improve marketing.
5. How long data is kept
- Email addresses: retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion.
- Giveaway-related data: retained as needed to run the promotion.
- Usage and log data: retained for a limited period based on provider policies.
6. Your rights (California residents)
Under CCPA / CPRA, you have the right to:
- Know what personal information we collect
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Correct inaccurate information
- Opt out of the "sale" or "sharing" of personal information
- Be free from discrimination for exercising your rights
To make a request, email [email protected] with subject "CCPA request".
7. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information
We do not sell personal information for money.
We may use information in limited ways to support marketing. You have the right to opt out.
To opt out, email [email protected] with subject "Do Not Sell or Share".
8. Cookies and similar technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to support the site, understand usage, and improve performance and marketing. You can control these through your browser settings.
9. Children
This site is not directed at children under 13. If you believe a child has submitted information, contact us and we will delete it.
10. Changes
If this notice changes materially, we will update the "Last updated" date.
11. Contact
Questions or requests: [email protected].