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Privacy Policy
At Himalaya Yoga, we are committed to protecting the privacy of all our students, guests, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you visit www.himalayayoga.org, make a booking, or contact us.
Information You Voluntarily Provide
When you make a booking, submit an enquiry form, subscribe to our newsletter, contact our team,
or communicate with us in any way, you may voluntarily provide us with personal information.
This can include your name, physical address, email address, phone number, nationality,
health information you choose to share, and other details relevant to your retreat or training.
If you pay online, our payment gateway partner (such as Razorpay) may process your card or bank details
securely on their systems. By submitting this information, you consent to its collection, use,
disclosure, transfer, or storage by Himalaya Yoga and our trusted third-party providers
as described in this Privacy Policy.
Information We Automatically Collect
When you browse our website, we may automatically collect certain technical information using cookies
and similar technologies. This may include your device type, browser type, IP address,
pages you visit, how you arrived at the website, and how you interact with it.
We use this information to monitor website performance, improve our services,
and sometimes to provide more relevant content or advertising.
Cookie information alone does not normally identify you personally, and we do not link it
with personally identifiable data you provide.
For more information about the specific cookies we use on this website, please contact us at
info@himalayayoga.org.
Information We Share with Third Parties
We respect your privacy and do not sell your personal data.
However, we may share your information with carefully selected third parties in the following situations:
- Payment processors (such as Razorpay) to securely process online transactions.
- Website hosting providers and technical service providers who help us operate our website and systems.
- Email service providers to send booking confirmations, important updates, and newsletters (if you have opted in to receive them).
- Analytics and search engine providers who assist us in improving our website and services.
- Business partners, suppliers, and subcontractors where necessary to deliver a retreat, training, accommodation, meals, or other services you have booked with us.
- Advertising partners who may use cookies or similar technologies to show relevant ads based on your browsing activity and interests.
- Legal authorities, if we believe we are required to do so by law or if disclosure is necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of Himalaya Yoga, our employees, students, or the public.
- In connection with or during negotiations of any merger, sale of assets, financing, or acquisition where personal data may be transferred as part of our business assets.
- Aggregated or anonymised information that does not directly identify you personally.
How We Protect Your Data
We take reasonable and appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data
from loss, misuse, unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction.
Our website is regularly monitored for security issues and known vulnerabilities.
Your personal data is stored behind secure networks and is accessible only to authorised personnel
who are required to keep the information confidential.
All sensitive payment details (such as card numbers) are processed via secure payment gateways
and protected by encryption technologies such as SSL (Secure Socket Layer).
We do not store full card details on our own servers.
In the unlikely event of a security breach that is likely to result in a high risk to your rights and freedoms,
we will inform you as soon as reasonably possible and explain the steps we are taking.
Access to and Control Over Your Personal Data
If your personal details change, or if you would like us to update, correct, or delete your data,
you may contact us at
info@himalayayoga.org.
We will respond to reasonable requests within a practical timeframe, subject to any legal obligations
that require us to retain certain records (for example, for tax or accounting purposes).
If you no longer wish to receive marketing emails, you may unsubscribe at any time using the link
provided in our emails or by writing to us.
Third-Party Websites and Social Media
Our website may contain links to external websites whose privacy practices may differ from ours.
If you submit personal data to any of those sites, your information is governed by their privacy policies,
not by this one. We encourage you to read the privacy policy of every website you visit.
Any information, communication, or materials you submit to us via social media platforms is at your own risk;
we cannot control the actions of the platforms or other users.
International Transfers
As a yoga school welcoming international students, we may occasionally store or process your data
on servers located outside your home country. By using our website and providing your information,
you consent to such transfers, provided that appropriate safeguards are in place.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements.
Any changes will be posted on this page and will take effect immediately upon posting.
We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data,
please contact us at:
info@himalayayoga.org
Terms of Use
Introduction
These Terms of Use (“Terms”) apply to your use of this website and any related pages (the “Website”) operated by Himalaya Yoga. By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, you must stop using the Website immediately.
1. Website and Services
The Website provides information about yoga retreats, teacher trainings, workshops, online classes, and related services offered by Himalaya Yoga and its associated entities. All information on the Website is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or professional advice.
2. Trademarks and Branding
“Himalaya Yoga” and any related names, logos, and designs displayed on the Website are trademarks or service marks of Himalaya Yoga or its licensors. You must not use these marks without our prior written consent, including:
- as part of your own trademarks or logos;
- in connection with products or services not provided by us;
- in any manner that may cause confusion or mislead others; or
- in a way that disparages or harms the reputation of Himalaya Yoga.
3. Copyright
Unless otherwise stated, all content on the Website (including text, photos, videos, graphics, and downloadable materials) is owned by or licensed to Himalaya Yoga and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may view and print content for your personal, non-commercial use only. You may not copy, modify, distribute, sell, or create derivative works from any part of the Website without our prior written permission.
4. Your Use of the Website
You agree to use the Website only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe the rights of, or restrict or inhibit the use and enjoyment of the Website by, any other person.
- You must not attempt to gain unauthorised access to the Website or our systems.
- You must not introduce viruses, malicious code, or harmful material.
- You must ensure that any information you submit is accurate and not misleading.
5. Information and Availability
We make reasonable efforts to ensure that the information on the Website is accurate and up to date; however, errors may occur and information may change. All information is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee that the Website will be available at all times, or that it will be free from errors or interruptions.
6. Health and Yoga Practice
Yoga involves physical movement and carries an inherent risk of injury. By participating in any class, retreat, or training described on this Website, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own health and safety. You should consult a medical professional before beginning any new exercise program. Himalaya Yoga is not responsible for any injury or health issue arising from your participation.
7. Linked Websites
The Website may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience. We do not control and are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or availability of these external sites. The inclusion of any link does not imply endorsement by Himalaya Yoga.
8. Bookings and Programs
Information about programs, dates, and fees is provided on the Website for guidance only and may change without notice. A binding booking or enrolment is created only once we confirm your reservation in writing (for example, by email) after receiving the required deposit or payment. All bookings are subject to our General Policies including our payment, cancellation, and refund rules.
9. Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Himalaya Yoga shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential loss or damage arising out of or in connection with:
- your use of or inability to use the Website;
- your reliance on any information provided on the Website; or
- any booking or arrangement made through the Website, except as expressly required by law.
If we are found to be liable in connection with the Website, our total liability will be limited to the amount you have paid (if any) for the relevant service or booking giving rise to the claim.
10. Termination
We may suspend or terminate your access to the Website at any time, without notice, if we believe that you have breached these Terms or engaged in inappropriate or unlawful behaviour. Any sections of these Terms which by their nature should survive termination shall remain in effect.
11. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms and your use of the Website are governed by the laws of India. You agree that any dispute will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in India.
12. Back to Website
By returning to the Website, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms of Use.