Terms of Service for Salt & Shadow

Effective Date: April 30, 2025
Business Name: Salt & Shadow

Interpretation and Definitions

Interpretation
Capitalized terms have meanings defined below. These definitions apply whether the terms are used in singular or plural form.

Definitions

  • Affiliate: An entity that controls, is controlled by, or is under common control with a party.

  • Country: Refers to Florida, United States.

  • Company: Refers to Salt & Shadow ("we," "us," or "our").

  • Device: Any device that can access our services, such as a computer, cellphone, or tablet.

  • Service: Refers to our website and photography services.

  • Terms: Refers to these Terms of Service.

  • You: Refers to the individual or entity accessing or using our services.

1. Services

Salt & Shadow offers professional portrait photography services, including but not limited to graduation, editorial, and custom sessions. All services are subject to availability, and we reserve the right to decline any booking at our discretion.

2. Booking and Payment

  • A non-refundable deposit or full payment may be required to confirm and secure your booking.

  • All payments are securely processed through approved third-party platforms (e.g., Stripe, PayPal). We do not store or directly handle payment information.

  • Any remaining balance is due before delivery of final services unless otherwise agreed in writing.

3. Cancellations and Rescheduling

  • You may reschedule your session with at least 48 hours’ notice, subject to availability.

  • Cancellations made less than 48 hours before the session may result in deposit forfeiture.

  • If Salt & Shadow cancels due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g., illness or emergency), you may choose to reschedule or receive a full refund.

  • No-shows and same-day cancellations are not eligible for refunds or rescheduling.

4. Delivery and Turnaround Time

  • Final edited images will be delivered via a secure online gallery within 2–3 weeks, unless otherwise stated.

  • A sneak peek may be provided within 24 hours at our discretion.

  • Timelines may vary due to workload, seasonal demand, or technical issues.

5. Copyright and Usage Rights

  • All photographs are the intellectual property of Salt & Shadow and protected by copyright law.

  • You are granted a personal-use license to print, share, and post your images for non-commercial use.

  • Commercial, editorial, or third-party usage requires written consent and may incur additional fees.

  • Salt & Shadow may use images for promotional, social media, or portfolio purposes unless you submit a written opt-out request before the session.

6. Client Responsibilities

  • You are responsible for arriving on time and prepared for your session. Late arrivals may shorten your session or result in cancellation without refund.

  • Please communicate important details in advance (locations, outfit changes, props, etc.).

  • Requests for edits beyond the agreed scope may incur additional fees.

7. SMS and Email Communications

  • By providing your phone number or email, you consent to receive communications related to your session.

  • These may include booking confirmations, reminders, sneak peeks, gallery notifications, and promotional updates.

  • Message frequency may vary. Message and data rates may apply. Reply "STOP" to opt out of SMS; click “unsubscribe” to opt out of email.

  • We do not share SMS opt-in data or phone numbers with third parties for marketing.

8. Limitations of Liability

  • We are not liable for issues outside our control, including weather, location restrictions, or subject cooperation.

  • In the rare event of equipment failure or file loss, we may offer a reshoot or refund at our discretion.

  • Our maximum liability shall not exceed the amount paid for the session.

9. Website Use

By accessing our website, you agree not to:

  • Copy or reuse any content without written permission.

  • Interfere with the functionality or security of the site.

  • Access restricted areas without authorization.

10. Privacy

All personal data is handled according to our Privacy Policy. By using our site or services, you accept the practices outlined in the Privacy Policy.

11. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms at any time without notice. The revised Terms will be posted here with the updated effective date. Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

12. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Florida. Any disputes will be resolved in Florida courts.

13. Contact

Salt & Shadow
📧 Email: hello@saltandshadow.com
🌐 Website: https://www.saltandshadow.co

Links to Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We do not control or endorse these external sites and are not responsible for their content, privacy policies, or practices. Please review their terms before engaging with them.

Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to our services immediately and without notice if you breach these Terms.

"AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" Disclaimer

Services are provided "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" without warranties of any kind. Salt & Shadow disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including those related to merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.

Severability

If any part of these Terms is held unenforceable, the rest shall remain in full force. Any invalid term will be modified to best achieve its original intent under applicable law.