Privacy Policy

Introduction RyanShore.net (the “Site”) is a hobby photography website operated by Ryan Shore (“I”, “me”, “my”). This Privacy Policy explains what information I collect, how I use it, how it is shared, and your choices. By using the Site you consent to the practices described below.

Information I collect

  • Personal information you provide:
    • Contact form or email: name, email address, message content.
    • Newsletter signup: name (optional) and email address.
    • Comments: name, email, comment text (if you post comments).
    • Photo submissions or model releases (if applicable): contact details and any files you upload.
  • Automatically collected information:
    • Log data (IP address, browser type and version, pages visited, referral URL, timestamps).
    • Device and technical data (operating system, screen size, etc.).
  • Cookies and similar tracking: small files and local storage used to enable Site features, remember preferences, and collect analytics.

How I use your information

  • To respond to inquiries and messages.
  • To send newsletters or updates if you opt in.
  • To display and manage comments and photo content you submit.
  • To operate, maintain, and improve the Site (analytics, performance, troubleshooting).
  • To enforce policies, detect abuse, and protect rights and property.
  • To comply with legal obligations.

Third parties and sharing

  • Service providers: I may share information with hosting providers, email delivery services, analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics), and other vendors who help operate the Site. These providers process data on my behalf.
  • Social platforms: If you interact with social sharing features or embed social content, those platforms may collect information according to their own policies.
  • Legal requests: I may disclose information if required by law, to respond to legal process, or to protect rights, safety, or property.
  • Business transfers: If the Site or assets are sold or merged, user information may be transferred as part of the transaction.

Cookies, tracking, and analytics

  • I use cookies and similar technologies to enable Site functionality and collect usage data. You can control cookies through your browser settings and opt-out from certain analytics tracking via available opt-out tools (e.g., Google Analytics opt-out).

Comments, photography, and image use

  • Content you post (comments, photo submissions) may be publicly visible on the Site. Do not post private or sensitive information in public fields.
  • By submitting photos, you represent you have the right to share them and grant me a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to display them on the Site, related social channels, and promotional materials unless otherwise agreed in writing.
  • If you are a recognizable subject in a photo, you should only submit images when you have any necessary releases/permissions.

Email communications and newsletters

  • You can subscribe to newsletters or other email updates. You may opt out at any time via the unsubscribe link or by contacting me.
  • I will not send unsolicited marketing emails or share your email list with unrelated third parties without consent.

Data retention

  • I retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described or as required by law. If you request deletion, I will delete your personal data from active systems, subject to legal or technical constraints and reasonable retention for backups.

Security

  • I use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect personal information. No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure; absolute security cannot be guaranteed.

Your rights and choices

  • Access and correction: You may request access to or correction of personal data I hold about you.
  • Deletion: You may request deletion of your personal data, subject to retention required by law or for legitimate business reasons (e.g., backups, fraud prevention).
  • Opt-out: You can opt out of newsletters and certain tracking as described above. To exercise these rights, contact me using the details below.

Children

  • The Site is not directed to children under 13 (or higher minimum age where applicable). I do not knowingly collect personal information from children under that age. If you believe I have collected a child’s information, contact me and I will take steps to delete it.

Links to other sites

  • The Site may contain links to third-party websites. I am not responsible for their privacy practices. Review each site’s privacy policy before providing personal information.

Changes to this policy

  • I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes take effect when posted with an updated effective date. Significant changes will be highlighted where reasonable.