Terms of Service

Effective Date: 8-10-24
Last Updated: 4-13-25

Welcome to T.C. Hayes Photography ("we," "our," or "us"). By accessing or using our website Tchayesphotography.com, booking a session, or purchasing any services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. Please read them carefully.

1. Use of Our Website

You agree to use our website only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not infringe on the rights of, restrict, or inhibit anyone else’s use and enjoyment of the website.

You may not:

Use the site to distribute spam or malicious content
Attempt to hack or gain unauthorized access to any part of the website
Copy or republish any content (including images) without written permission

2. Booking & Payment

To book a session, you may be required to provide contact information and pay a deposit or full amount upfront. By booking, you agree to:

Provide accurate and complete information
Pay all fees associated with the service prior to date of service.

Deposits are [non-refundable/refundable under certain conditions—customize this].

3. Cancellation & Rescheduling

You may cancel or reschedule your session by contacting us at info@tchayesphotography.com at least 14 days in advance.

cancellations may be subject to fees or forfeiture of deposits, at our discretion.

In the rare event that we must cancel or reschedule, you will be notified promptly and offered alternative dates or a full refund.

4. Intellectual Property

All photos, text, logos, and content on this site are owned by T.C. Hayes Photography and are protected by copyright and intellectual property laws.

Clients may:

Download and use delivered photos for personal or agreed-upon commercial use
NOT edit, resell, or use the images in a misleading or unlawful manner

We reserve the right to use client photos for portfolio, promotional, or social media purposes unless otherwise agreed in writing.

5. Client Galleries & Downloads

Client galleries may be hosted through third-party services. We provide access for [30 days] and encourage timely downloads. After this period, galleries may be archived or deleted.

Clients are responsible for backing up their digital files once delivered.

6. Limitation of Liability

We strive to deliver high-quality services but are not liable for:

Loss of data due to technical failures or client errors
Missed sessions due to late arrival or no-shows
Minor variations in color, lighting, or editing preferences

Our total liability shall not exceed the amount paid by the client for the services in question.

7. Privacy

Please refer to our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect and use your personal information.

8. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Continued use of our website or services after changes are posted means you accept those changes.

9. Contact

For questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

T.C. Hayes Photography
Email: info@tchayesphotography.com
Phone:770-899-0668
Website:tchayesphotography.com