Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 29/06/2025

Introduction

At Firetail Photography, we are committed both by law and morals, to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and disclose your personal data in accordance with the Australian Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).

What We Collect

When you interact with our website or place an order, we may collect:

  • Your name

  • Email address

  • Phone number (if provided)

  • Billing and shipping address

  • Payment details (processed securely by third-party providers)

  • Order history and preferences

  • IP address and browser/device data (via cookies and analytics)

How We Collect It

We collect personal information when you:

  • Place an order

  • Contact us via email or the website

  • Browse the site (via cookies and analytics tools)

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Process and deliver your orders

  • Communicate with you about your order or enquiry

  • Improve our services and website

  • Meet our legal obligations

How We Store & Protect Your Information

We store your information securely using trusted third-party services (such as Squarespace, Stripe, and email providers).
We take reasonable steps to protect your data from loss, misuse, or unauthorised access.
We do not store payment details — all payments are processed securely through third-party gateways (e.g. Stripe or PayPal).

When We Share Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

We only share it when necessary to:

  • Process payments

  • Fulfil and ship orders

  • Provide website analytics

All third parties are required to handle your data lawfully and securely.

Access or Correction Requests

You may request access to the personal information we hold about you or request corrections.
Please email: firetailphotography@gmail.com

Cookies & Analytics

We use cookies to improve your experience and track website performance. These may collect device and usage information via tools like Google Analytics.
You can disable cookies in your browser settings.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. The latest version will always be available on this page, with the effective date shown above.

Copyright Notice

All rights are reserved for the images both currently and historically displayed this website. Usage without permission is a violation of this copyright and is prohibited by law. Contact us to discuss usage rights.


Returns

We are committed to delivering high-quality prints that meet the highest standards of craftsmanship and presentation.

In the event that your order arrives with a manufacturing defect or has been damaged in transit, we will gladly offer a full refund or replacement, subject to the conditions outlined below.

Eligibility for Refund or Replacement

To be eligible for a refund or replacement, you must notify us within 7 days of receiving your order and provide clear photographic evidence of the defect or damage. Claims submitted after this period may not be accepted.

Please send your request to firetailphotography@gmail.com, including:

  • Your name and the print you purchased

  • A description of the issue

  • Photographs clearly showing the defect or damage

Once the claim has been reviewed and approved, we will provide instructions for returning the item, including our return address. You will be required to post the item back to us for assessment. Firetail Photography will cover all return postage costs, and details for reimbursement or a prepaid label will be provided via email.

Upon receiving and inspecting the returned item, we will process either a replacement or a full refund, depending on your preference.

Exclusions

Please note that we do not offer refunds or exchanges for:

  • Change of mind

  • Variations in colour that may occur due to differences in screen calibration

Further Assistance

Should you have any concerns or require assistance with your order, please do not hesitate to contact us.