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Breathing with Grace 

PRIVACY POLICY

PRIVACY POLICY
Last updated: 06/05/2025

1. INTRODUCTION

1.1. This privacy notice explains how I, Grace Pina, collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit my website or engage with my services. It outlines how your data is processed, what rights you have, and how your information is kept safe and confidential.

1.2. I take your privacy seriously and am committed to protecting your personal data. I want you to feel confident that your information is secure and used appropriately, in line with your expectations.

1.3. This policy complies with UK data protection laws, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

1.4. As a data subject, you have rights regarding how your personal data is used. These include:

  • The right to be informed

  • The right of access

  • The right to rectification

  • The right to erasure (‘the right to be forgotten’)

  • The right to restrict processing

  • The right to data portability

  • The right to object

  • Rights relating to automated decision-making and profiling

1.5. If you have any questions or concerns about how your data is being used, you can contact me directly at: breathingwithgrace@yahoo.com

1.6. By using this website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the site.

2. THE INFORMATION I COLLECT

2.1. I may collect and process personal data when:

  • You book or attend a breathwork session or event

  • You sign up to my newsletter or submit a contact form

  • You visit or browse my website

  • You communicate with me via email or phone

2.2. The data I collect may include:

  • Your name, contact details, and date of birth

  • Relevant health information (if voluntarily disclosed for session safety)

  • Details relating to your booking or attendance

  • Payment and purchase history (though not card details – see section 2.10)

  • Website usage data through cookies (see Section 6)

2.3. I collect data to:

  • Deliver breathwork services and fulfil any agreements made (contractual basis)

  • Send you relevant updates, event reminders or offerings (with your consent)

  • Maintain safety and duty of care during breathwork sessions

  • Improve the quality and experience of my website

3. LEGAL GROUNDS FOR PROCESSING

3.1. I process personal data under the following legal bases:

  • Contractual: To provide the services you’ve requested

  • Consent: Where you’ve given clear permission (e.g. newsletter sign-up)

  • Legal obligation: Where required by law or regulation

  • Legitimate interest: For running and improving the business and website

You can withdraw consent at any time by contacting me at the email address above.

4. DATA STORAGE & SECURITY

4.1. I store personal data electronically and in some cases, in secure physical files. Only I (Grace Pina) and trusted assistants, where necessary, have access.

4.2. Data is stored only as long as necessary:

  • For service delivery and communication

  • For legal or tax reasons

  • For safeguarding and session safety (max. 5 years unless legally required longer)

5. DISCLOSURE & THIRD PARTIES

5.1. I never sell or share your personal data for marketing purposes.

5.2. Data may be shared with:

  • Secure third-party tools (e.g. Six for website hosting, Stripe for payment processing, Bookwhen for bookings.)

  • Emergency services or a medical professional, in the event of a session-related incident

5.3. My website is hosted by Squarespace, which may store data outside the UK. Squarespace complies with international data protection standards.

6. COOKIES & SITE ANALYTICS

6.1. My website uses cookies (small files stored on your browser) to enhance your browsing experience and track site performance.

6.2. By clicking “Continue” on the cookie banner, you consent to the use of cookies.

6.3. You can read more about the cookies used via:

6.4. You may disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.

7. YOUR RIGHTS & HOW TO ACCESS YOUR DATA

7.1. You can request:

  • A copy of the personal data I hold about you

  • Correction of inaccurate data

  • Deletion of your data (unless legal reasons require retention)

  • Removal from marketing communications

  • Objection to processing under certain grounds

7.2. For data requests or changes, email: breathingwithgrace@yahoo.com

7.3. For serious concerns, you may contact the UK Information Commissioner’s Office:

📍 ico.org.uk

8. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY

8.1. I may update this policy from time to time. The most current version will always be posted on my website.

8.2. Continuing to use the website after changes are posted means you accept the updated terms.

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