Privacy Policy

Last updated: 04/03/2026

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use my website. We are committed to complying with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

Data Controller

The data controller responsible for your personal information is:

Siobhan Whaites
contact.yudoyoga@gmail.com

Information I Collect

When you submit a form, we may collect the following information:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

This information is provided directly by you when you choose to contact me.

How Your Information Is Used

We use your personal information only for the following purposes:

  • To respond to enquiries sent through the website

  • To communicate with you if you have requested contact

We do not sell, rent, or share your information with third parties for marketing purposes.

Legal Basis for Processing (UK GDPR)

I process your information based on:

  • Consent – You voluntarily provide your information and explicitly consent when submitting the form.

  • Legitimate interest – To respond to enquiries and operate the website effectively.

How Your Information Is Stored

Your information is stored securely in:

  • Squarespace (website hosting and form submission platform)

  • An encrypted Google Sheet

Both services implement security measures to protect your data. We only retain information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy.

Data Sharing

Your personal data is not shared with any third parties except:

  • Squarespace, as the hosting provider

  • Google, through Google Sheets storage

These providers may store data outside the UK, but they safeguard transfers through recognised legal mechanisms (such as Standard Contractual Clauses).

Data Retention

We keep your information only for as long as necessary to respond to your enquiry or maintain communication, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

If you request deletion of your personal data, it will be removed promptly.

Your Rights Under UK GDPR

You have the following rights:

  • Access – Request a copy of the personal data I hold about you

  • Correction – Request correction of inaccurate data

  • Erasure – Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”)

  • Restriction – Request limits on how your data is used

  • Objection – Object to my processing of your data

  • Withdrawal of consent – You may withdraw consent at any time

To exercise any of these rights, contact me at: contact.yudoyoga@gmail.com.

Cookies

Our website may use cookies to improve functionality and analyse site traffic. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. View Cookie Policy here.

Security Measures

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal data, including:

  • Secure storage systems

  • Encryption of Google Sheets

  • Limited access to personal data

However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure.

Changes to This Policy

I may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.

Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact: contact.yudoyoga@gmail.com