Privacy Policy
LAST UPDATED: JULY 3rd 2026
Photography By Sylias ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you visit photographybysylias.com (the "Website").
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Automatically Collected Information
When you access the Website, certain information may be automatically collected through our DNS, registrar, and analytics services for security, performance, and statistical purposes. This information may include, but is not limited to:
IP address
Browser type
Device information
Geographic location (IP-based demographics)
Connection speed
Website usage data
This data is aggregated and used to monitor Website performance, improve functionality, and protect against malicious activity.
1.2 User-Provided Information
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:
Email address (when accessing photo galleries or subscribing to updates)
2. How We Use Your Information
Email Addresses: Email addresses collected for gallery access or updates are stored and managed through Pixieset’s platform. Photography By Sylias only accesses this information for communication purposes such as providing gallery access, updates, or related notifications.
Analytics and Traffic Data: Website traffic and usage data are collected through Cloudflare and Google Analytics to understand Website performance, visitor interactions, and improve overall functionality and security.
3. Hosting and Data Storage
Main Website: Hosted on GitHub Pages, an open-source website hosting platform.
Landing Page & Photo Galleries: Hosted through Pixieset’s client gallery and website services, with all gallery images and associated email data stored on Pixieset associated servers.
Photography By Sylias does not independently host or store gallery-related personal data outside of these platforms unless explicit permission is given.
4. Data Protection and Security
Email Security: Our email system is managed through iCloud Mail and protected using Cloudflare DNS firewalls to prevent spoofing and unauthorized access.
Gallery and Email Data: All gallery access and email-related data collected through Pixieset are secured under Pixieset’s privacy and security policies. Photography By Sylias only accesses data made available through Pixieset’s systems.
Website Security: Cloudflare provides traffic monitoring and protection against threats such as Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) and Denial of Service (DoS) attacks.
5. Third-Party Services
We rely on trusted third-party services to operate and maintain the Website, including:
Cloudflare: DNS, registrar, security, and traffic monitoring services
Google Analytics: Website analytics and usage tracking
GitHub Pages: Hosting of the main Website
Pixieset: Client galleries, email collection, and storage of gallery images
New Relic: Used by Pixieset for performance monitoring and system reliability related to gallery and portfolio services
Each third-party service operates under its own privacy policies and security practices.
6. Data Breach Responsibility
Photography By Sylias relies on third-party providers, including Pixieset, for the collection and storage of gallery-related data and email addresses. In the event of a data breach involving such information, the responsible third-party provider is solely responsible for securing user data and addressing the incident in accordance with their policies.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
Request access to personal information available to Photography By Sylias through Pixieset
Request deletion of your personal data from Pixieset’s systems where applicable and subject to Pixieset’s policies
Opt out of promotional or informational emails by using the unsubscribe instructions provided in communications or emailing me personally below.
8. Contact Information
For questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:
[email protected]
Thank you for choosing Photography By Sylias!