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:

info@himalayanyogagram.com

 

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