Privacy Policy – Mike Barrett Images
Effective Date: 27/02/2026
Business Name: Mike Barrett Images
Data Controller: Michael Barrett
Location: Leeds, United Kingdom
Contact Email: mike@mike-barrett-images.com
1. Who We Are
Mike Barrett Images is a UK-based automotive and motorsport photography service operated by Michael Barrett.
We provide commissioned photography services and create photographic content for private individuals, collectors, motorsport participants and commercial clients.
Michael Barrett is registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) as a data controller in the United Kingdom.
ICO Registration Number: ZC099111
We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling personal data responsibly and in accordance with UK data protection law.
2. What Personal Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following personal information:
Name
Email address
Telephone number
Information provided via our website contact form
Booking and commission details
Photographic images where individuals may be identifiable
3. How We Collect Your Data
We collect data when:
You submit an enquiry via our website
You contact us by email or telephone
You commission photography services
We photograph events or vehicles where individuals may be present
4. Why We Process Your Data
We process personal data for the following purposes:
To respond to enquiries
To provide photography services
To manage bookings and commissions
To deliver digital images
To maintain business and accounting records
We do not sell, rent, or share personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.
5. Photographic Images
Photographic images may constitute personal data if individuals are identifiable.
Images are created for editorial, artistic, or commissioned purposes. Where images are commissioned privately, they are supplied directly to the client.
Where images are displayed on this website or via social media, they are used for portfolio and promotional purposes in accordance with applicable law.
If you believe an image includes you and you wish to discuss its use, please contact us.
6. Data Storage and Security
Personal data and images are stored securely using password-protected systems and secure storage solutions.
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect information from unauthorised access, loss, misuse, or disclosure.
7. Data Retention
Enquiry data is retained only as long as necessary to respond and maintain business records.
Commissioned client data and images may be retained for archival purposes and future reprints unless deletion is requested.
You may request deletion of your personal data at any time, subject to legal or accounting obligations.
8. Your Rights
Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:
Request access to your personal data
Request correction of inaccurate data
Request erasure of your data (where applicable)
Object to processing
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details above.
9. Cookies
This website uses only essential cookies required for basic website functionality.
We do not use tracking, analytics, or marketing cookies at this time.
If this changes, this Privacy Policy will be updated accordingly.
10. Contact
If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:
Michael Barrett
Email: mike@mike-barrett-images.com