Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 5, 2025

1. Introduction

Kind Practice Yoga (ABN: 75 734 894 078) ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you:

- Use our services

- Visit our Google Sites website

- Interact with us through other channels

We are bound by the Australian Privacy Principles contained in the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We collect:

- Name and contact details

- Date of birth

- Emergency contact information

- Health and medical information relevant to yoga practice

- Payment and billing information

- Photos or videos (with consent)

- Class attendance and booking history

2.2 Website and Technical Information

Through our Google Sites website, we may collect:

- IP address

- Browser type and version

- Device information

- Pages visited and time spent

- Referral sources

- Location data

2.3 Google Analytics

Our website uses Google Analytics, which collects:

- Usage statistics

- Traffic patterns

- User behavior data

This information is processed by Google in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

3. How We Collect Information

We collect information:

- Directly from you during registration

- Through our booking system

- Via our website and online forms

- Through email and communication

- From your use of our services

- Through cookies and similar technologies

4. Use of Information

We use your information to:

- Provide and manage our services

- Process payments and bookings

- Communicate about classes and events

- Send important updates and notifications

- Improve our services

- Maintain health and safety standards

- Comply with legal obligations

- Market our services (with consent)

5. Storage and Security

5.1 Data Storage

Your information is stored:

- In our secure booking system

- On Google Sites' secure servers

- In our local business systems

- With other approved service providers

5.2 Security Measures

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information, including:

- Password protection

- Encryption

- Access controls

- Regular security updates

- Staff training

6. Disclosure of Information

We may share your information with:

- Our staff and instructors

- Payment processors

- Booking system providers

- Insurance providers (if necessary)

- Legal or regulatory authorities (when required)

- Emergency services (in case of emergency)

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

7. Google Sites Specific Information

7.1 Cookies

Our Google Sites website uses cookies to:

- Improve website functionality

- Remember your preferences

- Analyze website traffic

- Enhance user experience

7.2 Third-Party Services

Google Sites may incorporate other Google services that collect data according to Google's Privacy Policy. These may include:

- Google Forms

- Google Maps

- YouTube embeds

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

- Access your personal information

- Request corrections to your information

- Opt-out of marketing communications

- Request deletion of your information (where legally possible)

- Lodge a complaint about our handling of your information

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than Australia due to our use of Google Sites and other international service providers. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.

10. Children's Privacy

We do not knowingly collect information from children under 18 without parental consent. Special arrangements must be made for minors to participate in our services.

11. Marketing Communications

We will only send marketing communications with your consent. You can unsubscribe at any time through:

- Unsubscribe links in our emails

- Contacting us directly

- Updating your preferences in your account

12. Changes to Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on our website with the updated date. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

For privacy-related queries or to exercise your rights, contact us at:

Kate Gibbs

ABN: 75 734 894 078

Email: gibbskm20@gmail.com