Terms and Conditions | Mallik Photography Dubai

1. Introduction

Welcome to Mallik Photography. These Terms & Conditions govern all photography and videography services provided by us. By booking our services, accessing our website, or engaging with our team, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following terms.

These terms are designed to ensure clarity, professionalism, and a smooth working relationship between Mallik Photography and our clients.

2. Booking & Confirmation

A booking is considered confirmed only after:

  • A signed agreement or written confirmation via email/WhatsApp

  • Payment of the required booking fee or deposit

The booking fee secures the date and is non-refundable, as we reserve our time and decline other work once your date is confirmed.

All bookings are handled on a first-come, first-served basis.

3. Payments

Payment terms will be outlined in your quotation or invoice.

  • A deposit is required to confirm your booking

  • The remaining balance must be paid before or on the day of the shoot/event unless otherwise agreed

  • Late payments may delay delivery of final photos or videos

Mallik Photography reserves the right to cancel or withhold services if payments are not made as agreed.

4. Cancellations & Rescheduling

Client Cancellation

If you cancel:

  • The booking fee is non-refundable

  • If cancellation occurs close to the event date, additional charges may apply to cover preparation and lost bookings

Rescheduling

We will do our best to accommodate new dates, but this is subject to availability. If we are unavailable on the new date, it will be treated as a cancellation.

5. Coverage & Creative Style

By hiring Mallik Photography, you acknowledge that:

  • You have reviewed our portfolio and accept our creative style, editing approach, and artistic judgment

  • Specific poses, shots, or moments cannot be guaranteed, especially during live events

  • Lighting, venue rules, weather, and time limitations may affect results

We always strive to capture the best possible images, but photography and videography are influenced by real-time conditions beyond our control.

6. Delivery of Photos & Videos

  • Delivery timelines will be shared at the time of booking

  • Final edited photos and videos are delivered digitally unless otherwise agreed

  • RAW or unedited files are not included and will not be provided

Minor editing revisions may be accepted within a reasonable timeframe, but major re-editing outside our style may incur additional charges.

7. Copyright & Usage

Mallik Photography retains the copyright ownership of all images and videos created.

Client Usage Rights

Clients receive a license to:

  • Use images and videos for personal use

  • Share on social media

  • Use for marketing (for commercial clients)

Restrictions

Clients may not:

  • Sell the images to third parties

  • Apply heavy filters or edits that misrepresent our work

  • Claim the work as their own

8. Promotional Use

Mallik Photography reserves the right to use photos and videos for:

  • Portfolio display

  • Website and social media

  • Marketing and promotional materials

If you prefer your images to remain private, you must inform us in writing before the shoot.

9. Client Responsibilities

Clients agree to:

  • Provide accurate event details, schedules, and locations

  • Obtain necessary permissions for photography at venues

  • Ensure cooperation of participants during the shoot

Mallik Photography is not responsible for missed shots due to late arrivals, schedule changes, or restricted access.

10. Equipment & Technical Issues

In the rare event of equipment failure, injury, or unforeseen circumstances:

  • We will make every effort to provide a replacement photographer/videographer

  • If coverage cannot be fulfilled, liability is limited to a refund of payments received

We are not liable for loss caused by factors beyond our control, including venue restrictions or force majeure events.

11. Limitation of Liability

While we take the utmost care in capturing and storing your images, Mallik Photography is not liable for:

  • Loss or damage due to circumstances beyond our control

  • Indirect or consequential losses

  • Delays caused by external factors

Our maximum liability is limited to the total amount paid for the services.

12. Force Majeure

We are not responsible for failure to perform services due to events beyond our control, including but not limited to natural disasters, government restrictions, accidents, illness, or emergencies.

13. Website Use

All content on our website, including text, images, logos, and videos, is the property of Mallik Photography and may not be copied, reproduced, or used without written permission.

14. Governing Law

These Terms & Conditions are governed by the laws of the United Arab Emirates. Any disputes shall be handled under UAE jurisdiction.

15. Acceptance of Terms

By booking our services or using our website, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms & Conditions.