Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 11/01/25

This Privacy Policy describes how The Grinning Yogi collects, uses, and protects your information when you visit our website, sign up for classes, make purchases, or otherwise interact with us online or in person.

This policy applies solely to information collected by or on behalf of The Grinning Yogi.

Information We Collect

We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us, including but not limited to:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Payment information (processed securely by third-party providers)

  • Class attendance and purchase history

  • Communications you send to us (email, forms, or other direct contact)

We also automatically collect limited technical information when you visit our website, such as:

  • Browser type

  • Device type

  • IP address

  • Pages visited and time spent on our site

This information helps us improve our website and services.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Respond to inquiries and provide customer support

  • Process class registrations, memberships, and payments

  • Communicate important information about your account or classes

  • Send occasional emails about specials, new offerings, or studio updates

  • Improve our website, services, and overall user experience

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.

Information Sharing

We may share your information only when necessary to operate our business, including with:

  • Service providers (such as scheduling, payment processing, email, and website platforms) that help us deliver our services

  • Legal or regulatory authorities, if required by law

These third parties are only given access to the information necessary to perform their specific services and are required to safeguard your information.

Your Choices & Control Over Your Information

You may opt out of marketing communications from us at any time by following the unsubscribe link in our emails or by contacting us directly.

You may also request to:

  • See what personal data we have about you

  • Correct or update your information

  • Request deletion of your data (subject to legal or operational requirements)

  • Express any concerns about how your information is used

To make any of these requests, please email hello@thegrinningyogi.com.

Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and understand how visitors use our site.

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings, though doing so may affect site functionality.

Data Security

We take reasonable precautions to protect your information both online and offline.

  • Sensitive information submitted through our website is encrypted and transmitted securely.

  • Access to personal data is limited to staff members who need it to perform specific job functions.

  • Our systems and service providers use industry-standard security measures to protect your information.

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.

Contact Us

If you believe we are not abiding by this Privacy Policy or have questions about our privacy practices, please contact us at: hello@thegrinningyogi.com