Privacy Policy

Mitten Drone Media LLC (“we,” “us,” or “our”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit our website.

By using this website, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the site.

1. Age Requirements

This website is intended for users who are at least 18 years old. By using this site, you confirm that you are 18 or older, or that you have permission from a parent or legal guardian who accepts responsibility for your use.

2. Legal Basis for Processing Data (GDPR)

We process personal data only when legally permitted, including when:

  • You give consent

  • It is necessary to perform a contract

  • It is required by law

  • It is necessary to protect vital interests

  • It is in our legitimate business interests and does not override your rights

3. Information We Collect

A. Information You Provide

We may collect personal information when you:

  • Fill out contact forms

  • Subscribe to emails or newsletters

  • Leave comments

This may include:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Website (optional)

  • IP address

We use this information to respond to inquiries, send requested content, manage comments, and communicate with you.

B. Automatically Collected Information

We automatically collect limited non-identifying data such as:

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Pages visited

  • Referring website

  • Date and time of visit

This information is used for:

  • Analytics

  • Improving site performance

  • Security and fraud prevention

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Enable essential website functions

  • Analyze traffic and performance

  • Support advertising and marketing

Cookies do not store personally identifiable information.

You can control cookie use through:

  • Our cookie consent banner

  • Your browser settings

Disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

5. Third-Party Services

We use third-party tools that may collect information through cookies:

  • Google Analytics – Website analytics

  • Facebook Pixel – Advertising and conversion tracking

  • Pinterest Pixel – Advertising and conversion tracking

These services have their own privacy policies and handle data independently.

6. Embedded Content

Our website may contain embedded content (such as videos or social media posts). Embedded content behaves the same as if you visited the external website and may collect data or use cookies.

7. Affiliate Links

Some links on this site may be affiliate links. When you click them, tracking information may be passed to the external site to ensure commission attribution. We are not responsible for third-party privacy practices.

8. Comments

When you leave a comment, we collect:

  • The data shown in the form

  • IP address

  • Browser user agent

This is used for spam detection and moderation. Comments and their metadata may be retained indefinitely unless you request removal.

9. How Long We Retain Your Data

Comments > Indefinitely

Google Analytics data > 26 months

Email and contact form submissions > Until you unsubscribe or request deletion

To unsubscribe or request deletion, email:
ace@mittenphotography.com

10. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Operate and maintain the website

  • Respond to inquiries

  • Send requested communications

  • Improve website performance

  • Comply with legal obligations

  • Prevent fraud and abuse

11. Data Sharing

We do not sell personal information.

We may share information only:

  • With service providers that support website operations

  • When required by law

  • To protect legal rights, safety, or security

All providers must handle data in accordance with this policy.

12. Data Security

We use reasonable administrative and technical safeguards to protect your information. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

13. Where Your Data Is Sent

Visitor comments may be checked using automated spam detection services.

14. Your Rights (GDPR – European Users)

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the right to:

  • Access your data

  • Correct inaccurate data

  • Request deletion

  • Restrict processing

  • Object to processing

  • Request data portability

  • Withdraw consent at any time

15. Your Rights (CCPA/CPRA – California Residents)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

  • Know what personal data we collect

  • Know how and why we use it

  • Request access or deletion

  • Correct inaccurate data

  • Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal data

  • Not be discriminated against for exercising your rights

16. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information

Mitten Drone Media LLC does not sell personal information.

We may use third-party analytics and advertising tools that may be considered “sharing” under California law. You can opt out by:

  • Adjusting cookie preferences

  • Using browser privacy controls

  • Contacting us at ace@mittenphotography.com

17. International Data Transfers

If you access our site outside the United States, your data may be transferred to and processed in the U.S. We take reasonable steps to protect data during such transfers.

18. Exercising Your Rights

To exercise any privacy rights, contact:

ace@mittenphotography.com

We may verify your identity and will respond within legally required timeframes.

19. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page. Continued use of the website after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

20. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact:

Mitten Drone Media LLC
ace@mittenphotography.com