Last updated: January 2025
By booking photography services with Maddie Mellott Photography, you agree to the following terms and conditions:
1. Booking & Payments
- A non-refundable deposit of 50% is required to secure your booking. The balance is due one more before your wedding and for sessions, the day of.
- Payments can be made by e-transfer, visa, and/or mastercard.
- Your booking will be confirmed once the non-refundable deposit is received and the contract is signed.
2. Rescheduling or Cancellation
In the event that you need to reschedule your wedding, we will do our best to accommodate your new date.
If you cancel the service entirely, the deposit is non-refundable. Cancellation requests must be made in writing.
3. Photography Deliverables
- The final deliverables, such as digital images and photo gallery, will be provided to you within 12 - 18 weeks for weddings and for lifestyle sessions, within 4 - 5 weeks.
- Images will be delivered in a private online gallery for you to download. Prints and albums may incur additional charges.
4. Client Responsibilities
- You are responsible for ensuring that all necessary permissions are obtained for the location of the photography session.
- You agree to provide a list of key individuals or groups that should be photographed during the event.
- You agree to download your photo gallery within one year of the wedding. It is the client’s responsibility to store the photos in a safe location (e.g., hard drive, Google Drive, etc.)
5. Copyright and Usage
- All images produced by Maddie Mellott Photography remain the copyright of the photographer.
- You are granted a license to use the images for personal use, but may not sell, license, or otherwise distribute them for commercial purposes without prior written consent.
- The photographer may use the images in their portfolio, website, socials and for promotional purposes.
6. Limitation of Liability
- While we strive to capture every moment, the photographer is not liable for any failure to capture specific events or moments during the wedding.
- The photographer is not responsible for any technical issues that may arise with equipment or software, and no refund will be provided in the event of a technical failure.
7. Indemnity You agree to indemnify and hold Maddie Mellott Photography harmless from any claims, damages, or legal actions arising from the use of the photographs or any breach of this agreement.
8. Governing Law This agreement shall be governed by the laws of the Province of Ontario, Canada.
9. Changes to Terms These Terms & Conditions may be updated at any time. Clients will be notified of any significant changes, and continued use of the services constitutes acceptance of the new terms.
10. Contact Information If you have any questions regarding our Terms & Conditions, please contact us at maddiemellottphotography@gmail.com.
Terms & Conditions
Last updated: January 2025
This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website or book photography services.
1. Information We Collect We may collect personal information from you, including but not limited to:
- Name
- Contact information (email, phone number)
- Payment details (if applicable)
- Event details (e.g., wedding date, venue, guest list)
- Photos or other content provided by you
2. How We Use Your Information We use your information for the following purposes:
- To provide photography services, including communication and scheduling.
- To send invoices, quotes, and other business-related correspondence.
- To improve our website, services, and customer experience.
- To comply with legal obligations, such as tax and billing requirements.
3. How We Protect Your Information We take appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of data transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
4. Sharing Your Information We do not share your personal information with third parties except in the following situations:
With third-party service providers who assist us in running our business (e.g., payment processors, website hosts).
When required by law or to protect our rights or the safety of others.
5. Your Rights You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal information. You can also opt-out of marketing communications at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails or contacting us directly.
6. Cookies Our website may use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. You can control the use of cookies through your browser settings.
7. Changes to This Privacy Policy We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the updated date will be listed at the top of the policy.
8. Contact Us If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us at maddiemellottphotography@gmail.com.
Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 2025
By accessing and using this website, you acknowledge and agree to the following:
1. Photography Services The information, services, and images provided on this website are for general informational purposes only. While we make every effort to provide accurate and high-quality work, we do not guarantee specific results or outcomes for any given photo session or event.
2. No Warranty We make no representations or warranties about the accuracy, reliability, completeness, or timeliness of the information provided on this website. All services are provided "as is" and "as available."
3. Limitation of Liability To the fullest extent permitted by law, Maddie Mellott Photography will not be liable for any damages arising out of your use of this website, including but not limited to direct, indirect, incidental, punitive, or consequential damages. This includes any damages that may occur due to errors, omissions, or interruptions in service.
4. Third-Party Links Our website may contain links to third-party websites. These links are provided for convenience, and we do not endorse or assume responsibility for the content, practices, or privacy policies of those websites.
5. Image Use All images displayed on this website are owned by Maddie Mellott Photography, and their use is subject to copyright law. Any unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or commercial use of these images is prohibited without explicit permission from the photographer.
6. Modifications We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of this website or services at any time without prior notice. We are not liable for any such modifications.
7. Governing Law This Disclaimer and the use of this website shall be governed by the laws of the Province of Ontario, Canada.
8. Contact Information For any questions about this Disclaimer, please contact us at maddiemellottphotography@gmail.com.
