Terms of Use

Agreement to Terms

These Terms of Use constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Bright Pebble Photography regarding your use of our website and services. By accessing or using our website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these terms.

If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you should discontinue use of our website immediately.

Definitions

Throughout these terms:

"We", "Us", "Our" refers to Bright Pebble Photography
"You", "Your" refers to the user or viewer of our website
"Website" refers to bright-pebble.com and all associated pages
"Services" refers to photography and visual arts services we provide
"Content" refers to text, images, graphics, and other materials on our website

Use of Website

Permitted Use

You may use our website for lawful purposes only. Specifically, you may:

Browse our website to learn about our services
Contact us for enquiries about photography services
Access information about our company and approach
View portfolio samples where provided

Prohibited Use

You must not use our website in any way that:

Violates any applicable laws or regulations
Infringes on intellectual property rights of any party
Transmits harmful code, viruses, or malicious software
Attempts to gain unauthorised access to our systems
Interferes with the proper functioning of the website
Harvests data or content using automated tools without permission
Impersonates another person or entity
Harasses, threatens, or abuses others

Intellectual Property Rights

Our Content

Unless otherwise stated, we own all intellectual property rights in the website and its content, including:

Photographs and visual works
Written content and descriptions
Website design and layout
Logos and branding materials
Graphics and illustrations

All rights are reserved. You may view and print pages from the website for personal reference but may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works without our express written permission.

Portfolio Images

Photographs displayed on our website as portfolio examples remain our property or the property of our clients. These images may not be downloaded, reproduced, or used for any purpose without explicit written permission. Unauthorised use constitutes copyright infringement and may result in legal action.

Trademarks

The Bright Pebble name and logo are our trademarks. Other trademarks, service marks, and logos displayed on the website belong to their respective owners. Nothing in these terms grants you any right to use any trademark without prior written permission.

User-Generated Content

If you submit content to us through enquiry forms or communications, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free licence to use that content for the purpose of responding to your enquiry and providing services. We will not publish or share your communications without your permission, except as required by law.

You represent that any content you submit does not infringe third-party rights and that you have the right to share it with us.

Service Engagement Terms

Quotations

Prices quoted on our website are indicative starting prices. Actual project costs are provided in written quotes based on specific requirements. Quotes are valid for 30 days unless otherwise stated.

Contracts

Photography services are provided under separate contractual agreements that specify deliverables, pricing, usage rights, and other terms specific to each project. These service contracts take precedence over general website terms for matters relating to service delivery.

Copyright in Commissioned Work

For commissioned photography projects, copyright in the images initially remains with Bright Pebble. Clients receive usage rights as specified in their service agreement. Extended or exclusive rights can be negotiated as part of project terms.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience or reference. We do not control these external sites and are not responsible for their content, privacy practices, or availability. Linking to a third-party website does not imply endorsement.

You access third-party websites at your own risk and should review their terms and privacy policies.

Disclaimer of Warranties

Our website and its content are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we make no warranties or representations about:

The accuracy, completeness, or reliability of website content
The availability or uninterrupted operation of the website
The fitness of our services for any particular purpose
That the website will be free from errors, viruses, or security vulnerabilities

While we make reasonable efforts to ensure accuracy and security, we cannot guarantee perfection. Information on the website is subject to change without notice.

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Bright Pebble shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising from your use of the website or services, including but not limited to:

Loss of profits or revenue
Loss of data or information
Business interruption
Loss of opportunity

Our total liability for any claims related to website use shall not exceed the amount you paid to us for services, if any, in the six months preceding the claim.

Nothing in these terms excludes or limits liability that cannot be excluded or limited under applicable law, including liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, fraud, or fraudulent misrepresentation.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Bright Pebble, its directors, employees, and agents from any claims, losses, damages, liabilities, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from:

Your use of the website in violation of these terms
Your infringement of third-party rights
Any content you submit to us
Your violation of applicable laws or regulations

Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of our website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using the website, you consent to such processing in accordance with the Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws.

For specific information about your data protection rights, please see our GDPR Information page.

Website Availability and Modifications

We strive to maintain website availability but do not guarantee uninterrupted access. The website may be temporarily unavailable due to maintenance, technical issues, or circumstances beyond our control.

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the website at any time without prior notice or liability. Content, features, and functionality may change as we improve our services.

Termination of Access

We reserve the right to terminate or restrict your access to the website at our discretion, without notice, if we believe you have violated these terms or engaged in unlawful or inappropriate conduct.

Upon termination, you must cease all use of the website. Provisions regarding intellectual property, disclaimers, and limitations of liability survive termination.

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of the website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

If you are a consumer, you may also have rights under the laws of your country of residence, and nothing in these terms affects those statutory rights.

Severability

If any provision of these terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

Entire Agreement

These Terms of Use, together with our Privacy Policy and any service-specific contracts, constitute the entire agreement between you and Bright Pebble regarding use of the website and supersede any prior agreements or understandings.

Changes to Terms

We may revise these terms from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or business operations. When we make significant changes, we will update the date at the top of this page and may notify users through website banners or other communications.

Your continued use of the website after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the revised terms. We recommend reviewing these terms periodically.

Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns about these Terms of Use, please contact us:

Bright Pebble Photography
42 Rivington Street
Shoreditch
London EC2A 3BN
United Kingdom

Email: [email protected]