Terms of Service

By downloading, accessing, or using images delivered by HCVISUALS.CO, the client agrees to the following terms and conditions:

  1. Copyright Ownership
    All photographs and visual content created by HCVISUALS.CO remains the intellectual property of Hector Cruz / HCVISUALS.CO unless otherwise agreed upon in writing.

  2. Personal Use License
    Clients are granted a non-transferable license for personal use of delivered images. Images may be used for:

  • Personal social media posts

  • Graduation announcements

  • Personal printing

  • Personal sharing with friends and family

  1. Restrictions
    Clients may not:

  • Resell images

  • Edit, heavily filter, or alter images without permission

  • Remove watermarks or branding

  • Submit images to brands, publications, or commercial campaigns without written approval

  • Claim the work as their own

  1. Credit & Tagging
    Credit is appreciated when posting on social media:

  1. Film Photography Disclaimer
    Film photography may contain natural grain, light leaks, color shifts, motion blur, or imperfections inherent to the analog process. These characteristics are considered part of the artistic style and are not grounds for refunds.

  2. Delivery & Downloads
    Clients are responsible for downloading and backing up their galleries after delivery. HCVISUALS.CO is not responsible for lost files after gallery expiration.

  3. Turnaround Time
    Estimated turnaround times may vary depending on editing workload, lab processing times, holidays, and peak graduation seasons.

  4. Refund Policy
    Due to the custom artistic nature of photography services, all payments and retainers are non-refundable unless otherwise stated in writing.

  5. Creative Rights
    HCVISUALS.CO reserves the right to use images for portfolio, website, social media, marketing, and promotional purposes unless a written privacy request is made prior to the session.

  6. Agreement
    By downloading or using delivered images, the client acknowledges they have read and agreed to these terms and conditions provided by HCVISUALS.CO