Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy explains how Himalayan Yoga Gram Ashram collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit our website or interact with our services.
Effective Date: March 10, 2026
Himalayan Yoga Gram Ashram (“we”, “our”, “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit our website https://himalayanyogagram.com/
By using our website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.
1. Organization Information
Himalayan Yoga Gram Ashram
Kottamala 3rd Division Vagamon, via, Kottamala, Kerala, India – PIN Code 685503
For any privacy-related questions, please contact us at:
Email: info@himalayanyogagram.com
2. Information We Collect
When you interact with our website, such as submitting a booking form or contacting us, we may collect the following information:
- Full Name
- Gender
- Email Address
- Phone Number / WhatsApp Number
- Country of Residence
- Message or inquiry details
In some cases, students may voluntarily share health-related information in the message field of the booking form. This may include dietary preferences or restrictions (for example lactose intolerance) to help us provide appropriate meals during their stay.
Providing this information is voluntary and only used to support your stay and program experience.
3. How We Use Your Information
We collect and use your information for the following purposes:
- To process course bookings and inquiries
- To communicate with you regarding your program or request
- To provide support and respond to questions
- To send updates about programs, retreats, or events
- To improve our website and user experience
- To maintain safety and appropriate care during your stay
Your information will only be used for legitimate business and communication purposes.
4. Payments
Currently, advance payments may be made through:
- Bank Transfer
- Cash on Arrival
In the future, we may integrate third-party payment providers such as:
- PayPal
- Stripe
- Wise
- Razorpay
If these services are used, payment information will be processed directly through those providers according to their own privacy policies. We do not store your payment details on our servers.
5. Newsletter & Marketing Communication
With your consent, we may send newsletters or updates about:
- Yoga Teacher Training programs
- Yoga retreats
- Special events and offerings
These communications may be sent through email marketing platforms such as Mailchimp.
You may unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time using the unsubscribe link provided in the email.
6. Analytics and Tracking Technologies
We use analytics and tracking tools to better understand how visitors interact with our website. These tools may collect anonymous information such as browser type, device information, pages visited, and time spent on the website.
- Services used include:
- Google Analytics
- Facebook Pixel
- Instagram Pixel
These services may use cookies or similar technologies to collect data.
7. Third-Party Services
Our website may include or integrate third-party services to enhance functionality. These services may collect certain data when you interact with them.
Examples include:
- YouTube (embedded videos)
- Google Maps (location services)
- WhatsApp chat integration
- Mailchimp (newsletter services)
These services operate under their own privacy policies and terms.
8. Forms and Data Collection
Our booking and contact forms are managed using Forminator on our WordPress website.
Information submitted through forms is used only for communication, booking processing, and providing services related to your yoga program.
9. Cookies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience, analyze website traffic, and provide relevant content.
You can modify your browser settings to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being used.
10. Data Protection
We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration.
While we strive to protect your data, no method of internet transmission is completely secure.
11. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal data, including the right to:
- Request access to your data
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Withdraw consent for marketing communications
To exercise these rights, please contact us at:
12. External Links
Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party websites.
13. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our services or legal requirements.
Any updates will be posted on this page with the revised effective date.
14. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us:
Himalayan Yoga Gram Ashram
Kottamala 3rd Division Vagamon, via, Kottamala, Kerala, India – PIN Code 685503
Email: info@himalayanyogagram.com