Privacy Policy for Ayuryoga Kerala
Effective Date: 25/01/2026
Website: www.ayuryogakerala.com
1. Introduction
Welcome to Ayuryoga Kerala (“we,” “us,” “our”). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you use our website www.ayuryogakerala.com and related services (including enquiries for Ayurveda treatments, yoga retreats, teacher training, wellness packages, consultations, bookings, and newsletters).
By accessing or using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
a) Personal Information You Provide
When you interact with our site, we may collect:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, postal address
- Booking Details: Retreat or treatment preferences, dates, medical notes, dietary restrictions
- Payment Information: Billing information needed to process transactions (handled via secure third-party processors like Stripe/PayPal — we do not store full payment details on our servers)
- Communications: Messages you send through contact forms or email
b) Automatically Collected Data
We may also collect information automatically when you visit the website:
- Device/Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device type, pages viewed, visit timestamps
- Cookies & Tracking Technologies: Cookies, web beacons, and similar tech to improve functionality and analytics
3. How We Use Your Data
We use your information for purposes such as:
- Providing and managing bookings, treatments, and retreat services
- Responding to enquiries and communicating with you
- Processing payments securely (via third-party payment gateways)
- Sending newsletters, updates, promotions (only with consent)
- Improving website performance and personalization
- Complying with legal obligations
4. Legal Bases for Processing
Where applicable (e.g., for users in the EU), we process your personal data based on:
- Your consent (e.g., subscribing to newsletters)
- Performance of a contract (e.g., booking services)
- Legal compliance
- Legitimate interests (e.g., site analytics and fraud prevention)
5. Cookies & Similar Technologies
Our site uses cookies and similar tools to:
- Enhance user experience
- Remember preferences
- Analyze traffic and usage trends
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Blocking cookies may affect site functionality.
6. Third-Party Services
We may share data with trusted third parties including:
- Payment processors (to complete bookings/payments)
- Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
- Marketing platforms (for opt-in newsletters)
These third parties have their own privacy practices and are obligated to protect your data.
7. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures (e.g., encryption, secure servers, restricted access) to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:
- Fulfill the purposes listed in this Policy
- Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
9. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights such as:
- Access your personal data
- Correct or update information
- Delete your data
- Withdraw consent to processing
- Object to certain data uses
To exercise these rights, contact us at the details below.
10. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect information from children.
11. International Transfers
If you are located outside India, please note that data we collect may be processed in India or other countries. We ensure appropriate safeguards for such data transfers.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Policy from time to time. The “Effective Date” at the top will reflect when changes occur. Please check back periodically.
13. Contact Information
If you have questions or requests regarding your privacy or this Policy, please contact:
Ayuryoga Kerala
📧 hello@ayuryogakerala.com
📍 Ayur Yoga Kerala, Ayurvedic Resort, Behind Elephant Crawl (Old), Kodanadu, Ernakulam, Kerala, India