Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 5, 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how Valeria Darie (“we,” “us,” “our”) collects, uses, discloses, and protects your information when you visit www.valeriadarie.com (the “Site”) or contact us for photography and floristry services. By using the Site, you agree to the practices described in this Policy.

1) Who We Are

Business name: Valeria Darie (Photography & Floristry)
Contact email: valeria.darie@gmail.com

2) Information We Collect

A. Information you provide to us
When you submit a form, email us, or inquire about services, you may provide:
-Name
-Email address
-Phone number (if provided)
- Event details (date, location, timing)
- Message content (“Your thoughts & ideas”)
- Any other information you choose to share

B. Information collected automatically
When you browse the Site, we may automatically collect:
- IP address (approximate location derived from IP)
- Device and browser type
- Pages visited and time spent
- Referring websiteBasic usage analytics
- This information is typically collected via cookies and similar technologies (see Section 7).

3) How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:
- Respond to inquiries and provide quotes
- Communicate about bookings, services, and logistics
- Deliver and improve our services and customer support
- Maintain Site security and prevent fraud
- Analyze website performance and improve content and user experience
- Comply with legal obligations

4) Legal Bases (where applicable)

Depending on your location, we process personal information based on:
- Consent (e.g., submitting a contact form)
- Contractual necessity (e.g., providing requested services)
- Legitimate interests (e.g., improving the Site, preventing abuse)
- Legal obligations (e.g., record-keeping)

5) How We Share Information

We do not sell your personal information.
We may share information with trusted service providers that help us run the Site and business, such as:
- Website hosting and site platform providers (e.g., Webflow)
- Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics, Meta Pixel—if enabled)
- Email and communication tools
- Payment processors (if/when you pay online)
- Scheduling or booking tools (if/when added)

These providers may process information only to perform services for us and are expected to protect it.
We may also disclose information:
- If required by law or legal process
- To protect our rights, safety, and property, or those of others
- In connection with a business transfer (rare; e.g., merger or sale)

6) International Transfers

Some of our service providers may store or process data outside your province/state/country. When information is transferred, we take reasonable steps to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.

7) Cookies and Similar Technologies

We may use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Remember preferences
- Measure traffic and performance
- Understand how visitors use the Site
You can control cookies through your browser settings. If you disable cookies, some Site features may not work as intended.

8) Data Retention

We keep personal information only as long as necessary to:
- Respond to your inquiry
- Provide services and maintain business records
- Meet legal and accounting requirements
If you want us to delete your information (when legally permissible), contact us using the email in Section 1.

9) Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:
- Request access to your personal information
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your information
- Withdraw consent (where processing is based on consent)
- Object to certain processing or request restriction
To make a request, contact us at the email listed above. We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling requests.

Canada (PIPEDA)
If you are in Canada, we handle personal information in accordance with applicable privacy laws, including PIPEDA where applicable. You may contact us with questions or complaints; if unresolved, you may be able to contact the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada.

10) Children’s Privacy

The Site is not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us personal information, please contact us and we will take appropriate steps to remove it.

11) Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.

12) Third-Party Links

The Site may include links to third-party websites (for example, social media platforms). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties. Please review their policies separately.

13) Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date at the top indicates when changes were made. Continued use of the Site after changes means you accept the updated Policy.

14) Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, contact:Valeria Darie
Email: valeria.darie@gmail.com