PRIVACY POLICY
Website Privacy, Cookies & Information Practices
Effective Date: October 1, 2026
INFORMATION WE COLLECT
Ray Carson Photography respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the information you provide when you use this website.
Depending on how you interact with the website, we may collect information you voluntarily provide, as well as certain technical information that is automatically collected when you browse the site.
Information You Provide Directly
If you contact Ray Carson Photography through the website, you may voluntarily provide:
• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Information about whether your inquiry involves commercial usage or image rights
• Details about your photography needs, project, assignment, or other inquiry
• Any other information you choose to include in your message
The website's contact form sends submitted information to raycarsonphoto@gmail.com so that your inquiry can be received and answered.
Information Collected Automatically
Like most websites, this website may automatically collect certain technical information when you visit, which may include:
• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device type
• Operating system
• Referring website or page
• Pages visited
• Date and time of visits
• General information about how visitors interact with the website
This information may be used for website operation, security, troubleshooting, performance monitoring, and understanding general website usage. HOW WE USE INFORMATION
Information collected through this website may be used to:
• Respond to questions, inquiries, and requests
• Communicate with prospective or existing clients
• Discuss photography assignments, services, projects, licensing, or commercial usage
• Respond to image-rights and usage inquiries
• Provide information requested by a visitor
• Operate, maintain, and improve the website
• Understand general website traffic and usage
• Monitor website performance and security
• Prevent abuse, spam, or fraudulent activity
• Maintain appropriate business and communication records
• Comply with applicable legal obligations
Ray Carson Photography does not use information collected through the website for purposes unrelated to the operation of the business, except where required or permitted by law. CONTACT FORM AND EMAIL COMMUNICATIONS
The website includes a contact form that allows visitors to communicate directly with Ray Carson Photography.
Information submitted through the contact form is transmitted to raycarsonphoto@gmail.com.
The contact form may request your name, email address, telephone number, information concerning commercial usage or rights, and the details of your inquiry.
Ray Carson Photography does not currently operate a general email newsletter or mailing list through this website.
If you voluntarily contact Ray Carson Photography, information contained in your correspondence may be retained as reasonably necessary to respond to your inquiry, provide services, maintain business records, resolve disputes, or comply with legal obligations. COMMERCIAL USE, LICENSING, AND IMAGE-RIGHTS INQUIRIES
The website's contact form specifically asks whether an inquiry concerns commercial usage and rights.
This information helps Ray Carson Photography understand the nature of your request and determine what information or licensing discussion may be appropriate.
Submitting an inquiry does not itself grant permission to use any photograph.
Permission to reproduce, publish, distribute, modify, license, sell, advertise with, or otherwise use a photograph is determined separately and may be subject to written permission, a license, purchase terms, or other applicable agreement. COOKIES AND SIMILAR TECHNOLOGIES
This website may use cookies and similar technologies to support website functionality, security, analytics, and general website operation.
Cookies are small data files that may be stored on your device by a website.
Depending on the services currently enabled on the website, cookies or similar technologies may be used to:
• Remember certain technical or functional information
• Support website functionality
• Help protect forms and the website from spam or abuse
• Measure website traffic and usage
• Understand how visitors interact with the website
• Improve website performance
You can generally control or disable cookies through your web browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect how some websites or features function. GOOGLE SERVICES
This website may use certain Google services or technologies.
These may include:
• Google reCAPTCHA, which helps protect website forms from spam and automated abuse
• Google Analytics, if enabled, to provide information about website traffic and visitor interactions
• Google Fonts or other Google-hosted resources, where used by the website
These services may collect technical information in accordance with their own privacy practices.
Ray Carson Photography does not control the information collection or processing practices of third-party Google services.
Visitors who want additional information about Google's privacy practices should review Google's current privacy documentation. SOCIAL MEDIA
The website provides links or embedded content associated with third-party social media services, which may include:
• Facebook
• Instagram
• Flickr
Clicking a social media link or interacting with social media content may take you to a third-party website or service.
Once you leave raycarsonphotography.com, the privacy practices of the third-party service apply.
Ray Carson Photography does not control how Facebook, Instagram, Flickr, or other social media platforms collect, use, store, or disclose information.
Your interactions with those services are governed by their respective privacy policies and terms. BLOG, RSS, AND EXTERNAL CONTENT
The website may provide access to blog content and an RSS feed, including:
https://www.raycarson.com/blog.rss
RSS feeds and other external content may be delivered through third-party services or platforms.
The website may also link to other photography-related websites, galleries, stores, or services operated separately from raycarsonphotography.com. RAYCARSON.COM AND ZENFOLIO
RayCarson.com is a separate external website associated with Ray Carson Photography.
RayCarson.com is operated through Zenfolio and provides additional photography galleries, artwork, products, downloads, and related services.
Visitors may be directed from raycarsonphotography.com to RayCarson.com for certain photography products, purchases, downloads, or other services.
Once you leave raycarsonphotography.com and visit RayCarson.com or another external website, that website's privacy policy, terms, and data practices apply.
Zenfolio may collect and process information necessary to operate its services, including information associated with purchases, customer inquiries, downloads, shipping, payments, or customer accounts, where applicable.
Ray Carson Photography does not control Zenfolio's independent privacy practices. PURCHASES, PAYMENTS, AND TRANSACTIONS
Raycarsonphotography.com does not directly process credit-card payments or other financial transactions through its primary website contact form.
The website may, however, direct visitors to external websites or online stores where photography products, artwork, prints, downloads, or other services may be purchased.
Transactions conducted through an external website may involve the collection of information such as:
• Name
• Contact information
• Billing information
• Shipping information
• Payment information
• Order information
The actual collection and processing of payment information is handled by the applicable third-party service or payment processor.
Ray Carson Photography does not receive or store complete payment-card information submitted directly to a third-party payment processor unless separately and lawfully provided through another communication or transaction method. PHOTOGRAPHIC DOWNLOADS AND PERSONAL USE
Some photographs associated with Ray Carson Photography may be made available through external services for download.
Where a photograph is expressly offered as a royalty-free personal-use download, that permission is limited to the personal-use terms presented with the particular image or download.
Downloading an image does not automatically grant permission for:
• Commercial use
• Advertising or promotional use
• Resale
• Redistribution
• Publication
• Editorial use
• Licensing to another person or organization
• Modification for commercial purposes
• Use in products for sale
• Use in connection with a business, organization, or commercial venture
Any specific license or usage terms provided with an image, download, purchase, or written agreement control the permitted use of that image. PHOTOGRAPHS, COPYRIGHT, AND IMAGE RIGHTS
Unless otherwise specifically identified, photographs and other original creative works displayed on this website are the property of Ray Carson Photography and/or Ray Carson and are protected by applicable copyright laws.
Viewing an image on this website does not transfer ownership or copyright to the visitor.
Unless expressly authorized, visitors may not:
• Copy or reproduce photographs
• Download photographs except where a download is specifically offered and authorized
• Republish photographs
• Redistribute photographs
• Resell photographs
• License photographs to others
• Use photographs in advertising or promotional materials
• Use photographs for commercial purposes
• Incorporate photographs into products for sale
• Remove copyright notices, watermarks, or identifying information
• Claim photographs as their own work
• Alter or modify photographs for unauthorized use
Permission for a particular use must be obtained from Ray Carson Photography or must be expressly provided through the applicable purchase or licensing terms.
A photograph appearing without a visible watermark does not mean that the photograph is free to use. IMAGE DISPLAY, WATERMARKS, AND RESOLUTION
Photographs displayed on raycarsonphotography.com may be presented in reduced resolution or may include watermarks or other protections intended to identify the photographer and discourage unauthorized use.
Website display versions are provided primarily for viewing and evaluation.
The absence of a watermark or other visible protection does not waive copyright or grant permission to reproduce or use the image.
Higher-resolution files, licensed images, prints, downloads, and other products may be available through authorized channels. INFORMATION SHARING AND DISCLOSURE
Ray Carson Photography does not sell personal information as a regular business practice.
Information may be disclosed when reasonably necessary to operate the website or conduct business, including to:
• Website hosting and technology providers
• Website security or spam-prevention services
• Analytics providers
• Email or communication service providers
• External galleries, stores, or sales platforms
• Payment processors, where applicable
• Professional service providers
• Government agencies or law-enforcement authorities when legally required
• Courts or other parties when necessary to comply with legal obligations
Information may also be disclosed when reasonably necessary to protect the rights, property, safety, or security of Ray Carson Photography, its visitors, clients, or others, or to investigate suspected fraud, abuse, or unlawful activity. WEBSITE HOSTING AND TECHNOLOGY
This website is operated using website technology and hosting services provided through SparkDog Creative.
The website platform and related technology may process certain technical information as necessary to provide website hosting, security, functionality, maintenance, and related services.
SparkDog Creative may have access to technical information associated with website operation when reasonably necessary to provide website services, troubleshoot problems, maintain the website, or address security or technical issues.
SparkDog Creative does not use information collected through the website for its own unrelated marketing purposes. DATA SECURITY
Reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures are used to help protect information collected through this website.
However, no website, internet transmission, email communication, or electronic storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
Visitors should avoid sending highly sensitive information through a website contact form or ordinary email unless specifically requested and appropriate safeguards are available.
Ray Carson Photography cannot guarantee the absolute security of information transmitted over the internet. DATA RETENTION
Information may be retained for as long as reasonably necessary to:
• Respond to inquiries
• Provide requested services
• Maintain business and communication records
• Document licensing or image-rights permissions
• Resolve disputes
• Protect legal rights
• Comply with applicable laws and obligations
The length of time information is retained may vary depending on the nature of the information and the reason it was collected. THIRD-PARTY WEBSITES AND SERVICES
This website may contain links to websites or services operated by third parties.
These may include:
• RayCarson.com
• Zenfolio
• Facebook
• Instagram
• Flickr
• Fine Art America
• Google services
• Other photography, gallery, shopping, or service providers
Ray Carson Photography is not responsible for the privacy policies, security practices, content, or data-processing practices of third-party websites.
Visitors should review the privacy policy and terms of any third-party website before submitting personal information or completing a transaction. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY
This website is not directed specifically toward children under the age of 13.
Ray Carson Photography does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 through this website.
If a parent or legal guardian believes that a child has provided personal information through the website, please contact Ray Carson Photography so the matter can be reviewed and appropriate action can be taken. INTERNATIONAL VISITORS
Ray Carson Photography may conduct photography-related activities in Florida, Panama, and other locations.
Visitors may therefore access the website from outside the United States.
Privacy laws vary from one jurisdiction to another. Information submitted through this website may be processed or stored in the United States or another location where Ray Carson Photography or its service providers operate.
By using the website and voluntarily submitting information, visitors acknowledge that their information may be processed in a jurisdiction different from their own. U.S. STATE PRIVACY RIGHTS
Depending on where you live and whether a particular state privacy law applies to you or to Ray Carson Photography, you may have certain privacy rights regarding personal information.
Depending on applicable law, these rights may include:
• Requesting access to personal information
• Requesting correction of inaccurate personal information
• Requesting deletion of certain personal information
• Requesting information about how personal information is collected or used
• Requesting a copy of certain personal information
• Exercising applicable rights concerning certain forms of data processing
Not every right applies in every circumstance, and legal exemptions or limitations may apply.
Ray Carson Photography will review privacy requests in accordance with applicable law. HOW TO SUBMIT A PRIVACY REQUEST
If you have a question about this Privacy Policy or would like to submit a privacy-related request, please contact:
Ray Carson Photography
Email: raycarsonphoto@gmail.com
Phone: (352) 281-4627
Please provide enough information for your request to be understood and, when appropriate, to verify that the request concerns your personal information.
Ray Carson Photography may request additional information when reasonably necessary to verify a privacy request or protect against unauthorized disclosure of personal information. BUSINESS LOCATION AND CONTACT INFORMATION
Ray Carson Photography serves Alachua County, Florida, and surrounding areas, including Gainesville, Florida, and may accept assignments in other locations.
Because photography services are conducted on location and Ray Carson may spend time in more than one geographic area, Ray Carson Photography does not maintain a single permanent public-facing business address for all purposes.
The website may identify Alachua, Florida as a general business/service-area location. This information is intended to identify the general geographic area served and is not intended to publish a private residential address.
For privacy-related questions, business inquiries, photography assignments, licensing questions, or image-rights requests, please use:
Email: raycarsonphoto@gmail.com
Phone: (352) 281-4627 CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY
Ray Carson Photography may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in website functionality, services, technology, applicable law, or business practices.
When changes are made, the updated policy will be posted on this page with a revised Effective Date.
Visitors are encouraged to review this Privacy Policy periodically. YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THIS PRIVACY POLICY
By using this website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.
If you do not agree with the practices described in this Privacy Policy, please discontinue use of the website.
Continued use of the website following the posting of changes to this Privacy Policy constitutes acceptance of the updated policy to the extent permitted by applicable law. CONTACT INFORMATION
Ray Carson Photography
Email: raycarsonphoto@gmail.com
Phone: (352) 281-4627
Website: https://raycarsonphotography.com/
COPYRIGHT & IMAGE USAGE
All photographs, images, artwork, graphics, and other original creative works displayed on Ray Carson Photography websites or associated with Ray Carson Photography are protected by applicable copyright laws unless otherwise specifically identified.
Unless expressly stated otherwise, the photographs are owned by Ray Carson and/or Ray Carson Photography.
Viewing a photograph online does not grant ownership or permission to use the photograph.
Unless specific permission or a license has been granted, photographs may not be copied, downloaded, reproduced, republished, redistributed, modified, sold, licensed, or used for commercial, promotional, advertising, editorial, or other purposes.
This includes, but is not limited to:
• Copying an image to another website
• Using an image on social media for purposes other than authorized sharing
• Using an image in advertising
• Using an image to promote a business or organization
• Printing an image for resale
• Incorporating an image into merchandise or products for sale
• Using an image in publications
• Altering an image and presenting the altered version as an authorized work
• Removing a watermark, copyright notice, or other identifying information
• Claiming an image as your own work
Some images may be specifically offered for download under limited personal-use terms. When a particular image or download is expressly identified as being available for royalty-free personal use, that permission applies only according to the terms provided with that image or download.
Personal-use permission does not automatically authorize commercial, promotional, advertising, editorial, resale, redistribution, or other uses.
Commercial usage, publication rights, licensing, assignment rights, and other special image-use requests should be directed to Ray Carson Photography before the image is used.
For commercial usage, licensing, or image-rights inquiries:
Email: raycarsonphoto@gmail.com
Phone: (352) 281-4627
© 2026 Ray Carson Photography. All rights reserved.
INFORMATION WE COLLECT
Ray Carson Photography respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the information you provide when you use this website.
Depending on how you interact with the website, we may collect information you voluntarily provide, as well as certain technical information that is automatically collected when you browse the site.
Information You Provide Directly
If you contact Ray Carson Photography through the website, you may voluntarily provide:
• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Information about whether your inquiry involves commercial usage or image rights
• Details about your photography needs, project, assignment, or other inquiry
• Any other information you choose to include in your message
The website's contact form sends submitted information to raycarsonphoto@gmail.com so that your inquiry can be received and answered.
Information Collected Automatically
Like most websites, this website may automatically collect certain technical information when you visit, which may include:
• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device type
• Operating system
• Referring website or page
• Pages visited
• Date and time of visits
• General information about how visitors interact with the website
This information may be used for website operation, security, troubleshooting, performance monitoring, and understanding general website usage. HOW WE USE INFORMATION
Information collected through this website may be used to:
• Respond to questions, inquiries, and requests
• Communicate with prospective or existing clients
• Discuss photography assignments, services, projects, licensing, or commercial usage
• Respond to image-rights and usage inquiries
• Provide information requested by a visitor
• Operate, maintain, and improve the website
• Understand general website traffic and usage
• Monitor website performance and security
• Prevent abuse, spam, or fraudulent activity
• Maintain appropriate business and communication records
• Comply with applicable legal obligations
Ray Carson Photography does not use information collected through the website for purposes unrelated to the operation of the business, except where required or permitted by law. CONTACT FORM AND EMAIL COMMUNICATIONS
The website includes a contact form that allows visitors to communicate directly with Ray Carson Photography.
Information submitted through the contact form is transmitted to raycarsonphoto@gmail.com.
The contact form may request your name, email address, telephone number, information concerning commercial usage or rights, and the details of your inquiry.
Ray Carson Photography does not currently operate a general email newsletter or mailing list through this website.
If you voluntarily contact Ray Carson Photography, information contained in your correspondence may be retained as reasonably necessary to respond to your inquiry, provide services, maintain business records, resolve disputes, or comply with legal obligations. COMMERCIAL USE, LICENSING, AND IMAGE-RIGHTS INQUIRIES
The website's contact form specifically asks whether an inquiry concerns commercial usage and rights.
This information helps Ray Carson Photography understand the nature of your request and determine what information or licensing discussion may be appropriate.
Submitting an inquiry does not itself grant permission to use any photograph.
Permission to reproduce, publish, distribute, modify, license, sell, advertise with, or otherwise use a photograph is determined separately and may be subject to written permission, a license, purchase terms, or other applicable agreement. COOKIES AND SIMILAR TECHNOLOGIES
This website may use cookies and similar technologies to support website functionality, security, analytics, and general website operation.
Cookies are small data files that may be stored on your device by a website.
Depending on the services currently enabled on the website, cookies or similar technologies may be used to:
• Remember certain technical or functional information
• Support website functionality
• Help protect forms and the website from spam or abuse
• Measure website traffic and usage
• Understand how visitors interact with the website
• Improve website performance
You can generally control or disable cookies through your web browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect how some websites or features function. GOOGLE SERVICES
This website may use certain Google services or technologies.
These may include:
• Google reCAPTCHA, which helps protect website forms from spam and automated abuse
• Google Analytics, if enabled, to provide information about website traffic and visitor interactions
• Google Fonts or other Google-hosted resources, where used by the website
These services may collect technical information in accordance with their own privacy practices.
Ray Carson Photography does not control the information collection or processing practices of third-party Google services.
Visitors who want additional information about Google's privacy practices should review Google's current privacy documentation. SOCIAL MEDIA
The website provides links or embedded content associated with third-party social media services, which may include:
• Flickr
Clicking a social media link or interacting with social media content may take you to a third-party website or service.
Once you leave raycarsonphotography.com, the privacy practices of the third-party service apply.
Ray Carson Photography does not control how Facebook, Instagram, Flickr, or other social media platforms collect, use, store, or disclose information.
Your interactions with those services are governed by their respective privacy policies and terms. BLOG, RSS, AND EXTERNAL CONTENT
The website may provide access to blog content and an RSS feed, including:
https://www.raycarson.com/blog.rss
RSS feeds and other external content may be delivered through third-party services or platforms.
The website may also link to other photography-related websites, galleries, stores, or services operated separately from raycarsonphotography.com. RAYCARSON.COM AND ZENFOLIO
RayCarson.com is a separate external website associated with Ray Carson Photography.
RayCarson.com is operated through Zenfolio and provides additional photography galleries, artwork, products, downloads, and related services.
Visitors may be directed from raycarsonphotography.com to RayCarson.com for certain photography products, purchases, downloads, or other services.
Once you leave raycarsonphotography.com and visit RayCarson.com or another external website, that website's privacy policy, terms, and data practices apply.
Zenfolio may collect and process information necessary to operate its services, including information associated with purchases, customer inquiries, downloads, shipping, payments, or customer accounts, where applicable.
Ray Carson Photography does not control Zenfolio's independent privacy practices. PURCHASES, PAYMENTS, AND TRANSACTIONS
Raycarsonphotography.com does not directly process credit-card payments or other financial transactions through its primary website contact form.
The website may, however, direct visitors to external websites or online stores where photography products, artwork, prints, downloads, or other services may be purchased.
Transactions conducted through an external website may involve the collection of information such as:
• Name
• Contact information
• Billing information
• Shipping information
• Payment information
• Order information
The actual collection and processing of payment information is handled by the applicable third-party service or payment processor.
Ray Carson Photography does not receive or store complete payment-card information submitted directly to a third-party payment processor unless separately and lawfully provided through another communication or transaction method. PHOTOGRAPHIC DOWNLOADS AND PERSONAL USE
Some photographs associated with Ray Carson Photography may be made available through external services for download.
Where a photograph is expressly offered as a royalty-free personal-use download, that permission is limited to the personal-use terms presented with the particular image or download.
Downloading an image does not automatically grant permission for:
• Commercial use
• Advertising or promotional use
• Resale
• Redistribution
• Publication
• Editorial use
• Licensing to another person or organization
• Modification for commercial purposes
• Use in products for sale
• Use in connection with a business, organization, or commercial venture
Any specific license or usage terms provided with an image, download, purchase, or written agreement control the permitted use of that image. PHOTOGRAPHS, COPYRIGHT, AND IMAGE RIGHTS
Unless otherwise specifically identified, photographs and other original creative works displayed on this website are the property of Ray Carson Photography and/or Ray Carson and are protected by applicable copyright laws.
Viewing an image on this website does not transfer ownership or copyright to the visitor.
Unless expressly authorized, visitors may not:
• Copy or reproduce photographs
• Download photographs except where a download is specifically offered and authorized
• Republish photographs
• Redistribute photographs
• Resell photographs
• License photographs to others
• Use photographs in advertising or promotional materials
• Use photographs for commercial purposes
• Incorporate photographs into products for sale
• Remove copyright notices, watermarks, or identifying information
• Claim photographs as their own work
• Alter or modify photographs for unauthorized use
Permission for a particular use must be obtained from Ray Carson Photography or must be expressly provided through the applicable purchase or licensing terms.
A photograph appearing without a visible watermark does not mean that the photograph is free to use. IMAGE DISPLAY, WATERMARKS, AND RESOLUTION
Photographs displayed on raycarsonphotography.com may be presented in reduced resolution or may include watermarks or other protections intended to identify the photographer and discourage unauthorized use.
Website display versions are provided primarily for viewing and evaluation.
The absence of a watermark or other visible protection does not waive copyright or grant permission to reproduce or use the image.
Higher-resolution files, licensed images, prints, downloads, and other products may be available through authorized channels. INFORMATION SHARING AND DISCLOSURE
Ray Carson Photography does not sell personal information as a regular business practice.
Information may be disclosed when reasonably necessary to operate the website or conduct business, including to:
• Website hosting and technology providers
• Website security or spam-prevention services
• Analytics providers
• Email or communication service providers
• External galleries, stores, or sales platforms
• Payment processors, where applicable
• Professional service providers
• Government agencies or law-enforcement authorities when legally required
• Courts or other parties when necessary to comply with legal obligations
Information may also be disclosed when reasonably necessary to protect the rights, property, safety, or security of Ray Carson Photography, its visitors, clients, or others, or to investigate suspected fraud, abuse, or unlawful activity. WEBSITE HOSTING AND TECHNOLOGY
This website is operated using website technology and hosting services provided through SparkDog Creative.
The website platform and related technology may process certain technical information as necessary to provide website hosting, security, functionality, maintenance, and related services.
SparkDog Creative may have access to technical information associated with website operation when reasonably necessary to provide website services, troubleshoot problems, maintain the website, or address security or technical issues.
SparkDog Creative does not use information collected through the website for its own unrelated marketing purposes. DATA SECURITY
Reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures are used to help protect information collected through this website.
However, no website, internet transmission, email communication, or electronic storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
Visitors should avoid sending highly sensitive information through a website contact form or ordinary email unless specifically requested and appropriate safeguards are available.
Ray Carson Photography cannot guarantee the absolute security of information transmitted over the internet. DATA RETENTION
Information may be retained for as long as reasonably necessary to:
• Respond to inquiries
• Provide requested services
• Maintain business and communication records
• Document licensing or image-rights permissions
• Resolve disputes
• Protect legal rights
• Comply with applicable laws and obligations
The length of time information is retained may vary depending on the nature of the information and the reason it was collected. THIRD-PARTY WEBSITES AND SERVICES
This website may contain links to websites or services operated by third parties.
These may include:
• RayCarson.com
• Zenfolio
• Flickr
• Fine Art America
• Google services
• Other photography, gallery, shopping, or service providers
Ray Carson Photography is not responsible for the privacy policies, security practices, content, or data-processing practices of third-party websites.
Visitors should review the privacy policy and terms of any third-party website before submitting personal information or completing a transaction. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY
This website is not directed specifically toward children under the age of 13.
Ray Carson Photography does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 through this website.
If a parent or legal guardian believes that a child has provided personal information through the website, please contact Ray Carson Photography so the matter can be reviewed and appropriate action can be taken. INTERNATIONAL VISITORS
Ray Carson Photography may conduct photography-related activities in Florida, Panama, and other locations.
Visitors may therefore access the website from outside the United States.
Privacy laws vary from one jurisdiction to another. Information submitted through this website may be processed or stored in the United States or another location where Ray Carson Photography or its service providers operate.
By using the website and voluntarily submitting information, visitors acknowledge that their information may be processed in a jurisdiction different from their own. U.S. STATE PRIVACY RIGHTS
Depending on where you live and whether a particular state privacy law applies to you or to Ray Carson Photography, you may have certain privacy rights regarding personal information.
Depending on applicable law, these rights may include:
• Requesting access to personal information
• Requesting correction of inaccurate personal information
• Requesting deletion of certain personal information
• Requesting information about how personal information is collected or used
• Requesting a copy of certain personal information
• Exercising applicable rights concerning certain forms of data processing
Not every right applies in every circumstance, and legal exemptions or limitations may apply.
Ray Carson Photography will review privacy requests in accordance with applicable law. HOW TO SUBMIT A PRIVACY REQUEST
If you have a question about this Privacy Policy or would like to submit a privacy-related request, please contact:
Ray Carson Photography
Email: raycarsonphoto@gmail.com
Phone: (352) 281-4627
Please provide enough information for your request to be understood and, when appropriate, to verify that the request concerns your personal information.
Ray Carson Photography may request additional information when reasonably necessary to verify a privacy request or protect against unauthorized disclosure of personal information. BUSINESS LOCATION AND CONTACT INFORMATION
Ray Carson Photography serves Alachua County, Florida, and surrounding areas, including Gainesville, Florida, and may accept assignments in other locations.
Because photography services are conducted on location and Ray Carson may spend time in more than one geographic area, Ray Carson Photography does not maintain a single permanent public-facing business address for all purposes.
The website may identify Alachua, Florida as a general business/service-area location. This information is intended to identify the general geographic area served and is not intended to publish a private residential address.
For privacy-related questions, business inquiries, photography assignments, licensing questions, or image-rights requests, please use:
Email: raycarsonphoto@gmail.com
Phone: (352) 281-4627 CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY
Ray Carson Photography may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in website functionality, services, technology, applicable law, or business practices.
When changes are made, the updated policy will be posted on this page with a revised Effective Date.
Visitors are encouraged to review this Privacy Policy periodically. YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THIS PRIVACY POLICY
By using this website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.
If you do not agree with the practices described in this Privacy Policy, please discontinue use of the website.
Continued use of the website following the posting of changes to this Privacy Policy constitutes acceptance of the updated policy to the extent permitted by applicable law. CONTACT INFORMATION
Ray Carson Photography
Email: raycarsonphoto@gmail.com
Phone: (352) 281-4627
Website: https://raycarsonphotography.com/
COPYRIGHT & IMAGE USAGE
All photographs, images, artwork, graphics, and other original creative works displayed on Ray Carson Photography websites or associated with Ray Carson Photography are protected by applicable copyright laws unless otherwise specifically identified.
Unless expressly stated otherwise, the photographs are owned by Ray Carson and/or Ray Carson Photography.
Viewing a photograph online does not grant ownership or permission to use the photograph.
Unless specific permission or a license has been granted, photographs may not be copied, downloaded, reproduced, republished, redistributed, modified, sold, licensed, or used for commercial, promotional, advertising, editorial, or other purposes.
This includes, but is not limited to:
• Copying an image to another website
• Using an image on social media for purposes other than authorized sharing
• Using an image in advertising
• Using an image to promote a business or organization
• Printing an image for resale
• Incorporating an image into merchandise or products for sale
• Using an image in publications
• Altering an image and presenting the altered version as an authorized work
• Removing a watermark, copyright notice, or other identifying information
• Claiming an image as your own work
Some images may be specifically offered for download under limited personal-use terms. When a particular image or download is expressly identified as being available for royalty-free personal use, that permission applies only according to the terms provided with that image or download.
Personal-use permission does not automatically authorize commercial, promotional, advertising, editorial, resale, redistribution, or other uses.
Commercial usage, publication rights, licensing, assignment rights, and other special image-use requests should be directed to Ray Carson Photography before the image is used.
For commercial usage, licensing, or image-rights inquiries:
Email: raycarsonphoto@gmail.com
Phone: (352) 281-4627
© 2026 Ray Carson Photography. All rights reserved.