PRIVACY POLICY

1. Introduction

YogiThot Studio values your privacy. The primary purpose of this Privacy Policy (“Policy”) is to describe our collection, use, and disclosure of information we collect about users through our website, www.yogithot.com (our “Website”), and through the YogiThot Studio Application (our “App”). Our services are operated by YogiThot Studio, LLC. By visiting our Website or downloading and/or using our App, you agree that your personal information will be handled as described in this Policy. Your use of our Website and App, and any dispute over privacy, is subject to this Policy, including its applicable limitations on damages and the resolution of disputes.

2. Information You Provide to Us
Once you register with or join YogiThot Studio and sign into our services, you are no longer anonymous. We may collect the following types of information that you voluntarily provide to us:

● Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, date of birth, gender, address, occupation and/or industry, emergency contact, and health information relevant to your practice.
● Payment Information: Billing address and payment details (collected securely through our payment processor Stripe)
● Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our website or booking platform (such as IP address, browser type, device information).
● Media: Photos or videos from classes or events (only with your consent).
● Location: If you wish to utilize our self check-in feature on the YogiThot Studio
application (compatible with iPhone and Android devices), we may request your location permissions to access this feature through our geofence. Access to your location will only be made available to YogiThot Studio while our application is open and visible to the user.

3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:

● Book and manage your classes and appointments.
● Communicate with you about schedules, updates, or promotions.
● Improve our services and tailor class offerings to your needs.
● Ensure your safety and accommodate health concerns.
● Comply with legal and regulatory obligations.

4.  Cookies and Tracking Technologies
When you visit our website, we may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. These may include:

● Essential Cookies: Necessary for basic site functionality (e.g., logging in, navigating).
● Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site so we can improve it.
● Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences (like language or class types).
● Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant ads or promotions if we run campaigns.

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings at any time. However, some site features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

5. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your sensitive personal data. We may share your data with trusted third parties only when necessary:

● With our booking and payment platforms (e.g., Mariana Tek, Stripe) to manage appointments and transactions.
● With instructors or staff for class preparation and safety.
● If required by law or legal process.

At Yogithot Studio, we are committed to protecting your personal information. We do not sell or rent your data to third parties. However, to provide our services effectively, we may share your information with trusted third-party service providers under the following circumstances:

Service Providers and Business Operations
We may share your information with third-party vendors who assist us in operating our studio and providing services to you. These may include:

● Booking and Payment Platforms: We use services like Mariana Tek or similar platforms to manage class schedules and process payments. These providers may collect and store your personal and payment information to facilitate transactions.​
● Email and Communication Services: We utilize services such as Mailchimp or similar platforms to send newsletters, promotions, and class updates. These services may access your email address and preferences to deliver relevant content.​
● Analytics and Marketing Tools: To improve our website and marketing efforts, we may use tools like Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel, or other analytic tools to improve our marketing strategy. These tools collect data on website usage, user behavior, and engagement to help us understand and enhance our online presence.​

Legal and Safety Requirements
We may disclose your information when required by law or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Yogithot Studio, our clients, or others. This includes:

● Complying with legal obligations or responding to lawful requests from public authorities.
● Enforcing our Terms of Service or other agreements.​
● Protecting against legal liability.​

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your personal information may be transferred as part of the transaction. We will notify you via email or a prominent notice on our website of any such change in ownership or uses of your personal information.

Your Control and Choices
You have the right to:

● Opt-Out of Marketing Communications: You can unsubscribe from our marketing emails at any time by clicking the unsubscribe” link provided in each email.​
● Access and Update Your Information: You may request access to or correction of your personal information by contacting us directly.​
● Limit Data Sharing: You can adjust your preferences regarding data sharing by contacting us or through the settings provided by our third-party service providers.​

Please note that while we strive to ensure our third-party partners adhere to privacy standards, we are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services we utilize to understand how they handle your information.​

6. Your Choices & Rights
You have the right to:

● Access and update your personal information.
● Request deletion of your data (subject to legal and operational requirements).
● Opt-out of marketing communications at any time.

7. Data Security
We take appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or loss. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

8. Children’s Privacy
Our services are intended for individuals 18 and older. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 18 without parental consent.

9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website with the updated effective date.

10. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this policy or how we handle your data, please contact us:

✉️ dearyogithot@yogithotstudio.com
📍 710 NW 5th Ave Building B Unit #1100, Fort Lauderdale FL 33311
📞 954-552-9218