Privacy Policy for Essential Yoga and Wellness
Last Updated: October 31, 2024
1. Introduction
Welcome to Essential Yoga and Wellness ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This privacy policy describes how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit our studio, use our services, or interact with our website and communications.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information
We collect information that you provide directly to us, including:
Name and contact information
Emergency contact details
Health and medical information relevant to yoga practice
Payment information
Date of birth
Photos or videos (with your consent)
Email address and communication preferences
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website or interact with our emails, we may automatically collect:
Device information
IP address
Browser type
Website usage data
Email interaction data
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for:
Providing yoga services and class management
Processing payments
Communicating about classes, events, and promotions
Improving our services
Ensuring safety during classes
Legal compliance and liability protection
Emergency contact purposes
4. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:
Service providers (e.g., payment processors, email services)
Legal authorities when required by law
Emergency services when necessary
Professional advisors (e.g., lawyers, accountants)
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information, including:
Secure storage systems
Encrypted data transmission
Limited staff access
Regular security assessments
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
Access your personal information
Correct inaccurate data
Request deletion of your data
Opt-out of marketing communications
Withdraw consent for photo/video use
Request data portability
7. Children's Privacy
We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13 without parental consent. Special procedures apply for youth classes.
8. Marketing Communications
With your consent, we may send you:
Class schedules and updates
Special offers and promotions
Newsletter and wellness tips
Studio news and events
You can opt-out of marketing communications at any time.
9. Cookies and Tracking
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to:
Improve user experience
Analyze website traffic
Remember your preferences
Enable certain website functions
You can control cookie settings through your browser.
10. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes by:
Email notification
Website notice
Studio announcement
12. Contact Us
For privacy-related questions or concerns:
Email: [Your Email]
Phone: [Your Phone]
Address: [Your Studio Address]
13. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for:
Active members: Duration of membership plus 2 years
Past members: 2 years after last visit
Financial records: 7 years (as required by law)
Marketing lists: Until opt-out request
14. International Data Transfer
We primarily store and process data in the United States. If we transfer data internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.
15. Legal Basis
We collect and process your information based on:
Contract fulfillment (membership agreement)
Legal obligations
Legitimate business interests
Your consent
16. Specific Rights for California Residents
California residents have additional rights under CCPA, including:
Right to know what personal information is collected
Right to know whether personal information is sold or disclosed
Right to say no to the sale of personal information
Right to access personal information
Right to equal service and price
17. Acknowledgment
By using our services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this privacy policy.
