Privacy Policy

Gilberto A Photos – Nature Photography

Last updated: October 8, 2026

1. Introduction

Gilberto A Photos, operated by Gilberto Alejandro González, is an independent nature photography website based in Florida, United States.

We respect the privacy of visitors and customers who access gilbertoaphotos.com.

This Privacy Policy explains what personal information may be collected, how that information is used, when it may be shared with service providers, and how visitors may contact us regarding their personal information.

This policy applies to visitors, customers, and individuals who communicate with Gilberto A Photos through the website.

2. Information We May Collect

Depending on how visitors use the website, we may collect the following categories of information:

Personal and Contact Information

Names, email addresses, and other information voluntarily provided when contacting us or submitting forms.

Comments and Communications

Information included in website comments, messages, inquiries, and communications sent through our contact forms.

Order and Purchase Information

Information associated with purchases, including purchased products, order details, payment status, billing information, and shipping addresses when required.

Technical and Usage Information

IP addresses, browser types, device information, website activity, and technical information used to maintain website functionality, security, and performance.

Cookies and Analytics Information

Information collected through cookies or similar technologies used for website functionality, visitor statistics, security, and e-commerce operations.

The specific information collected depends on the features and third-party services used during each visit.

3. How We Use Personal Information

Personal information may be used for the following purposes:

Responding to inquiries, messages, and licensing requests.
Processing purchases and managing customer orders.
Providing access to purchased digital photographs.
Coordinating photographic printing and product delivery.
Sending order confirmations and service-related communications.
Maintaining website functionality and improving user experience.
Understanding general website traffic and performance.
Preventing fraud, spam, unauthorized access, and security incidents.
Complying with applicable legal, accounting, and tax obligations.

We use personal information for legitimate website and business operations and other purposes permitted by applicable law.

4. Payments and Payment Processing

Purchases made through gilbertoaphotos.com may be processed by external payment service providers, including Stripe and PayPal, depending on the payment options available at checkout.

Payment providers may collect and process information necessary to complete transactions, verify payments, prevent fraud, and comply with applicable financial regulations.

Their handling of payment information is governed by their respective privacy policies.

Gilberto A Photos may receive transaction confirmations and information necessary to manage orders and provide customer support.

5. Photographic Prints and Order Fulfillment

Physical photographic products may be produced and shipped through professional printing laboratories or other fulfillment providers.

Gilberto A Photos uses the Imagely/NextGEN Gallery e-commerce system and may fulfill eligible print orders through White House Custom Colour (WHCC) or other selected printing providers.

When necessary to fulfill an order, customer information such as name, shipping address, order details, and product specifications may be shared with the relevant provider.

Information is shared for order processing, production, delivery, and related customer service purposes.

6. Digital Photography Downloads

When customers purchase digital photographs, the website may collect and retain information necessary to:

Process and confirm payment.
Identify the purchased photograph and selected download option.
Provide access to the purchased digital file.
Maintain transaction records.
Resolve download or delivery problems.
Respond to customer service inquiries.

Digital photographs are sold under the licensing conditions explained in our Copyright & Licensing policy.

7. Contact Forms and Website Comments

Visitors who submit contact forms may provide names, email addresses, and information related to their inquiries.

This information is used primarily to respond to requests and provide relevant assistance.

When visitors leave comments, the website may collect the information entered in the comment form together with technical information used for spam prevention, moderation, and website security.

Approved comments and associated display names may be visible to other website visitors.

Visitors should avoid including sensitive or confidential personal information in public comments.

8. Cookies and Similar Technologies

Gilbertoaphotos.com may use cookies and similar technologies to support website operation and provide a functional browsing experience.

These technologies may be used for:

Essential website functions.
Shopping cart and checkout operations.
Visitor preferences and session management.
Website security and fraud prevention.
Analytics and general website performance measurement.
Functions provided by integrated third-party services.

Some cookies may be placed by external service providers.

Visitors can generally manage, block, or delete cookies through their browser settings.

Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality, including shopping cart features and checkout operations.

Where required by applicable law, consent or other appropriate controls will be provided for non-essential cookies and similar technologies.

9. Website Analytics

Gilberto A Photos may use website analytics tools, including services provided by Google or other analytics providers, to better understand how visitors interact with the website.

Depending on the tools enabled, analytics information may include page visits, approximate geographic information, device characteristics, browser information, and general usage patterns.

Analytics information is used to evaluate website performance and improve the visitor experience.

The collection and processing of information by external analytics providers may be governed by their own privacy policies.

10. Third-Party Services

To operate the website, Gilberto A Photos may use third-party services for:

Website hosting and technical maintenance.
Website security and spam protection.
Analytics and performance monitoring.
Payment processing and transaction management.
Photography gallery and e-commerce functionality.
Print production and shipping.
Contact forms and communications.

These providers may process personal information as necessary to perform their services, subject to their applicable agreements, policies, and legal obligations.

We do not grant third-party service providers ownership of our customers’ personal information.

11. External Websites and Links

Gilbertoaphotos.com may contain links to external websites, including photography marketplaces, social media platforms, payment providers, and other independent services.

When visitors follow an external link, the privacy practices of the destination website are governed by that provider’s own policies.

Gilberto A Photos is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of websites operated by independent third parties.

12. Information Security

Gilberto A Photos uses reasonable administrative and technical measures intended to protect information managed through the website from unauthorized access, misuse, alteration, loss, or disclosure.

These measures may include website security software, access controls, software maintenance, and security features provided by hosting or payment services.

However, no electronic storage or internet transmission method can be guaranteed completely secure.

13. Information Retention

Personal information is retained for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, including:

Processing and documenting purchases.
Providing customer support.
Responding to communications.
Maintaining security and operational records.
Meeting applicable accounting, tax, and legal obligations.
Resolving disputes and enforcing applicable agreements.

Retention periods may vary depending on the type of information and applicable requirements.

Information that is no longer reasonably necessary will be deleted, anonymized, or otherwise handled in accordance with applicable obligations.

14. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on applicable privacy laws and your location, you may have rights concerning personal information collected about you.

These rights may include requesting access to certain personal information, correcting inaccurate information, requesting deletion, or exercising other rights provided by applicable law.

Some requests may be subject to legal exceptions, verification requirements, or recordkeeping obligations.

To submit a privacy-related request, please contact us through the website’s Contact page or email:

gilbertoafotos@gmail.com

We will review and respond to requests in accordance with applicable legal requirements.

15. Children’s Privacy

Gilberto A Photos is a general-audience nature photography website and is not specifically directed to children under the age of 13.

We do not knowingly seek to collect personal information directly from children under 13.

If a parent or guardian believes that a child has provided personal information through the website, they may contact us to request an appropriate review.

16. International Visitors

Gilbertoaphotos.com may be accessed by visitors from countries outside the United States.

Personal information may be processed in the United States or other locations where our service providers operate.

Privacy rights and requirements may differ depending on the visitor’s country or region.

Where applicable, we will handle personal information in accordance with relevant legal requirements.

17. Changes to This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated to reflect changes in website services, payment systems, e-commerce operations, service providers, or applicable requirements.

Any revised version will be published on this page with an updated revision date.

Visitors are encouraged to review this page periodically.

18. Contact Information

For questions about this Privacy Policy or requests concerning your personal information, please contact:

Gilberto A Photos

Gilberto Alejandro González

Florida, United States

Email: gilbertoafotos@gmail.com

Website: gilbertoaphotos.com