Embodied Balance (referred to as "we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our website (embodied-balance.com) and our services.

1. Data Controller

The data controller responsible for processing your personal data under this Privacy Policy is:
Embodied Balance
Email: thaliaboehm@outlook.com

2. What Data We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal data:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and any information provided through our contact form or booking process.

• Payment Information: For services booked, payment details (e.g., billing address) may be processed through third-party payment processors.

• Health Information: If relevant, information regarding your health that you voluntarily share to ensure safe participation in yoga therapy, classes, or workshops.

• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and browsing behavior (via cookies and analytics tools).

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your data to:

• Provide and manage our services, including private sessions, workshops, and group classes.

• Respond to inquiries submitted via contact forms or email.

• Process bookings and payments securely.

• Ensure safety and suitability in yoga therapy or workshops by considering health-related information you share.

• Send newsletters, updates, and promotional material (only if you opt-in).

• Improve our website and offerings through analytics data.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data based on the following legal grounds:

• Consent: When you opt-in to receive communications or provide health-related information voluntarily.

• Contract: To fulfill our contractual obligations (e.g., delivering a booked service).

• Legal Obligation: To comply with laws such as financial or tax reporting requirements.

• Legitimate Interest: To improve our services and respond to inquiries.

5. Sharing Your Data

We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties. However, we may share your data with:

• Service Providers: Payment processors, website hosting platforms, and email marketing services for operational purposes.

• Legal Authorities: If required to comply with legal obligations.

• Event Hosts or Partners: If necessary for workshops or collaborative events (you will be informed beforehand).

6. Data Retention

We retain your data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes.

7. Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

• Correction: Request that we correct inaccuracies in your personal data.

• Erasure: Request the deletion of your personal data (subject to legal or contractual obligations).

• Restriction: Request that we limit the processing of your data.

• Portability: Request that your data be transferred to another service provider.

• Objection: Object to certain types of processing, such as direct marketing.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at thaliaboehm@outlook.com.

8. Cookies and Analytics

We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website usage. Cookies collect data such as:

• Pages visited on the Website.

• Time spent on the Website.

• Browser type and preferences.

You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect website functionality.

9. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, loss, or alteration. These measures include secure servers, encryption, and regular data audits.

10. Third-Party Links

The Website may include links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these websites.

11. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed at individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children without parental consent.

12. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised "Effective Date."

13. Contact Us

For questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
Email: thaliaboehm@outlook.com