Cookie Policy


1. IntroductionThis Cookie Policy explains how Claire Hambley Photography (“we”, “our”, or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. Cookies help us enhance the user experience, deliver personalised services, and gather information on website usage. This policy complies with the requirements set out in the 

General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). By using our website, you agree to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. You can control or manage your cookie preferences via your browser settings or the cookie consent management tool available on our website.

2. What are Cookies? Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet, etc.) when you visit a website. They enable the website to recognize your device, store certain information, and remember your actions or preferences over time.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We use different types of cookies to serve various purposes:

  • Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the basic functionality of our website. Without these cookies, the website may not function properly (e.g., session cookies that allow you to log in to secure areas).
  • Analytical/Performance Cookies: These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website, which pages are most popular, and how visitors move around the site. The data is collected in an anonymous form and is used to improve the website’s performance.
  • Functionality Cookies: These cookies allow our website to remember choices you make (such as language preferences) and provide enhanced, more personalized features.
  • Targeting/Advertising Cookies: We use these cookies to deliver advertisements relevant to you. They may track your browsing activity across different websites and build a profile of your interests. However, we will only use such cookies with your explicit consent.

4. Cookies Used on Our WebsiteHere are examples of the types of cookies we might use on our photography website:

  • Google Analytics: Analytical cookies to track user interaction with our website. The information generated by these cookies is transmitted and stored by Google on servers in the USA. We use these reports to improve our website and customer service.
  • Social Media Plugins (e.g., Instagram, Facebook): If you choose to share our content on social media or interact with our photography portfolio on these platforms, these cookies will store information about your social media activity.
  • Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that expire once you close your browser. They help in navigating between pages efficiently.
  • Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They help recognize your device on subsequent visits to our website and save your preferences.

5. Third-Party CookiesWe may also use third-party service providers (such as Google or social media platforms) that set cookies for analytics, advertising, or functionality purposes. These third parties may collect information about your online activities over time and across different websites.We do not have access to or control over the cookies placed by third-party services. You can learn more about their privacy policies and cookie practices by visiting the relevant websites.

6. Consent and Cookie ControlIn accordance with GDPR, we are required to obtain your explicit consent before placing any cookies on your device that are not strictly necessary. When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner informing you about the use of cookies and asking for your consent.You can accept, decline, or customize your cookie preferences through the cookie consent banner. Additionally, you can manage and delete cookies via your browser settings.

  • Managing Cookies in Your Browser:
  • Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse cookies, delete cookies that have already been set, or alert you when cookies are being placed on your device.Here’s how to manage cookies on popular browsers:

Please note that if you choose to block or delete cookies, certain parts of our website may not function correctly, and your user experience may be affected.

7. Data Retention and Storage

Cookies will remain on your device for a certain period depending on their type:

  • Session Cookies: These are deleted automatically after you close your browser.
  • Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device until they expire or are manually deleted.

Information collected through cookies will be stored for as long as necessary to achieve the purposes outlined in this Cookie Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

8. Your Rights Under GDPR

Under the GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Withdraw your consent to cookies at any time.
  • Access the information that we collect via cookies.
  • Request deletion of any personal data collected through cookies (subject to certain legal obligations).
  • Restrict the processing of your personal data or object to its use.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [Your Contact Information].

9. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the law, best practices, or adjustments to our website. Any changes will be posted on this page, and we recommend you check back periodically for updates.

10. Contact InformationIf you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact us at:

Claire Hambley Photography
Claire Hambley
Zum Ausspann 11b
22419, Hamburg. DE

E-Mail: claire@claireh.photography


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