Effective as of April 1, 2026
Last updated: April 1, 2026
By accessing and using this website, you agree to the following terms and conditions. If you do not agree, please do not use this website. These terms cover our website usage policies, how we handle your privacy, how we use cookies, and our commitment to accessibility.
1. Website Terms of Use
Who We Are
This website is owned and operated by Linette Gary Photography LLC, a brand photography and visual strategy business based in Oak Park, Illinois.
Our Services
This website provides information about our brand photography and visual strategy services. Content on this site, including portfolio images, blog posts, and service descriptions, is for informational purposes. Booking a service requires a separate signed contract.
Intellectual Property
All content on this website is owned by Linette Gary Photography LLC unless otherwise stated. This includes all photographs, images, text, graphics, logos, and design elements. You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, or use any content from this website without prior written permission. All photographs are protected by copyright law. Unauthorized use may result in legal action.
Testimonials
Testimonials displayed on this website are real feedback from real clients, shared with written consent. If you would like a testimonial removed, contact us and we will take care of it.
Third-Party Links
This website may contain links to third-party websites. We do not control and are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites.
No Warranties
This website and its content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. We make no warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or availability of this website or its content.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Linette Gary Photography LLC shall not be liable for any damages arising from your use of or inability to use this website.
Governing Law
These terms are governed by the laws of the State of Illinois. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts located in Cook County, Illinois.
2. Privacy Policy
Your privacy matters to us. This section explains what information we collect, how we use it, and how we protect it.
Information We Collect
We only collect information you choose to share with us. When you fill out our contact form or email us, we may receive your name, email address, phone number, and any details you include in your message. That’s it.
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to see general website traffic like how many people visit our site, which pages they look at, and how they found us. This data is anonymous and aggregated. We cannot see who you are individually. We use this to understand what’s working on our site.
What We Don’t Do
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We do not use Facebook pixels, retargeting ads, or any tracking tools beyond basic Google Analytics. We do not share your contact information with anyone.
Your Photos
As a brand photographer, we may use images from our sessions in our portfolio, on social media, and in marketing materials unless we agree otherwise in your signed contract. If you ever want images removed, let us know.
Third-Party Services
We use a small number of trusted tools to run our business including our website hosting platform and Google Analytics. These providers are required to protect your information.
Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
We keep your personal information only for as long as we need to. When it’s no longer required, we will delete it or remove all identifying details.
Children’s Privacy
Our website and services are not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Your Rights
You have the right to ask what information we hold about you, request correction or deletion, and unsubscribe from communications at any time. We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights. To make a request, email us at the address below.
California Residents
Under California law, you may ask us about information we share with other organizations for marketing purposes. We do not sell your personal information. To make a privacy request, contact us with “Request for California privacy information” in the subject line.
Do Not Track
Some browsers offer a Do Not Track setting. We do not currently respond to Do Not Track signals but we adhere to the standards in this policy regardless.
3. Cookies
We use cookies to help improve your experience on our website. A cookie is a small piece of data stored on your device when you visit a site.
We use essential cookies that are necessary for the website to function and performance cookies through Google Analytics that help us understand general traffic patterns. These performance cookies collect anonymous information and do not personally identify you.
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies. Disabling cookies may affect your experience on our site.
4. Accessibility
Linette Gary Photography LLC is committed to making our website accessible to all visitors. We believe everyone deserves equal access to our content and services.
We strive to follow the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 at the AA level. Our ongoing efforts include using descriptive alt text on images, ensuring readable color contrast, providing clear navigation, making our site keyboard-friendly, and using proper heading structure throughout our pages.
Our website is built on a third-party platform and may include embedded tools or content that we do not fully control. While we do our best to choose accessible solutions, we cannot guarantee full compliance from every third-party element.
If you experience any difficulty accessing our website or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us. We take accessibility feedback seriously and will do our best to respond within 5 business days.
5. Changes & Contact
We may update these terms and conditions from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Your continued use of this website constitutes acceptance of any updates.
Contact Us
For any questions about these terms, your privacy, accessibility, or anything else, contact us at:
Linette Gary Photography LLC
Hi@linettegary.com
805 Lake St Unit 474
Oak Park, IL 60301
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