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Website Privacy Policy

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This following statement sets forth the Privacy Policy for the Ari Rex - Photographer website, www.arirex.com.au

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At Ari Rex Photographer, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information across our website, workshops, and social media pages (including Facebook, Instagram, X, YouTube, and LinkedIn).

By engaging with us—whether you're booking a service or a workshop, following us on socials, or just browsing our site—you're trusting us with your information. Here's how we handle it.

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1- What We Collect

Directly from you, when you sign up or book:

  • Name and contact details (email, phone)

  • Booking and payment info for workshops

  • If you've opted in to specific interest groups (e.g. early notifications, special deals), we note that preference so we only send you what you've asked for

  • Emergency contact details, and any medical, dietary, or accessibility needs disclosed for workshop safety purposes

  • Media (photos or video) from workshops

Automatically, via our website:

Our site uses cookies, Google Analytics, and Meta (Facebook) Pixel to understand how visitors use the site and to show relevant ads on Facebook and Instagram. This happens automatically as part of running the website—it isn't something we personally review on an individual level.

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2 - How We Collect It

We collect your information when you:

  • Book a workshop or event

  • Sign up for our newsletter or a specific opt-in group (via Mailchimp)

  • Message us directly

  • Interact with our content (comments, likes, shares)

  • Visit our website or social pages (cookies, analytics, and pixel data collected automatically)

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3 - Why We Collect It

We use your info to:

  • Manage your booking and stay in touch about your workshop

  • Send newsletters, promos, or early-access deals—only to the specific groups you've opted into

  • Ensure participant safety during workshops (emergency contacts, medical/dietary needs)

  • Improve your experience on the site

  • Understand what content people love through analytics

  • Share highlights from events—by default, workshop photos/video may be used for promotional purposes; you can opt out by notifying us in writing before your workshop (see our Terms & Conditions, Section 9)

Participant Photo Features

Photos shared in our private Milky Way Workshop Facebook group may occasionally be featured on our website or social media to celebrate participant achievements and results. We always credit the photographer when doing so, consistent with the guidelines pinned in our Facebook group. If you'd prefer your photos not be used this way, just let us know and we'll respect that.

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4 - Cookies, Analytics & Pixels

Our website uses:

  • Google Analytics to see how people use our site—like what pages are popular or where visitors come from.

  • Meta Pixel (Facebook/Instagram) to help show you relevant ads or updates if you've interacted with our site.

  • Cookies to remember your preferences and make things smoother next time you visit.

You can disable cookies in your browser if you'd prefer not to be tracked.

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5 - Third Parties We Trust

We only share your data with tools we use to run our business, including:

  • Mailchimp (for email newsletters and opt-in groups)

  • Google (for analytics and advertising insights)

  • Meta (Facebook and Instagram ads)

  • Wix (our website platform and booking/payment system)

Some of these providers may store or process data outside Australia (e.g. the United States) as part of how their platforms operate. We only work with providers who maintain strong data protection standards.

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6 - Your Rights

At any time, you can:

  • Ask what info we have about you

  • Request corrections or updates

  • Unsubscribe from any mailing list or opt-in group

  • Ask us to delete your info

No drama—just reach out and we'll help.

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7- How We Protect Your Info

We take your privacy seriously. Information is stored securely, accessed only when needed, and never sold to other companies. We retain personal information only as long as needed for the purposes above, or as required by law.

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8 - Social Media Stuff

Keep in mind, anything you post publicly on our social channels is visible to others. For anything private, send us a direct message or email instead.

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9 - Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be shared here with a fresh date at the top.

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10 - Got Questions?

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy and would like further information, please use our contact form. If you're not satisfied with our response, you can also contact the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) at oaic.gov.au.

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Thank you for visiting Ari Rex - Photographer!

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