Privacy Policy

Last updated: June 27 2025

Thank you for visiting jaravanderham.com. Your privacy is important to me, and I’m committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, and store your information when you interact with this site or my services.

1. Who I Am

This website is operated by Jara van der Ham, yoga teacher and creator of online programs like The Backbend Series. If you have any questions about this policy, you can contact me at:

jaravdham@gmail.com

2. What Information I Collect

Information You Provide Directly:

  • When you sign up for my newsletter: Your name and email address.

  • When you fill out a contact form: Your name, email address, and any message you write.

  • When you purchase a program or service: Basic contact info and (via secure payment processors) billing information.

Information Collected Automatically:

  • I may collect data like IP address, browser type, time of visit, and pages viewed—through tools like Google Analytics—to help improve the website experience. This data is anonymized and cannot identify you personally.

3. How Your Information Is Used

I use your data to:

  • Respond to inquiries or emails you send

  • Provide access to programs or content you’ve purchased

  • Send occasional newsletters (only if you opted in)

  • Improve the website and services

I do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing.

4. Newsletter and Email Marketing

If you sign up for my newsletter, you agree to receive occasional emails about workshops, new offerings, or yoga tips. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of any email.

Emails are managed via Kit. Your data is stored securely through them in compliance with GDPR.

5. Cookies

This site may use cookies (small text files stored on your device) to improve your browsing experience. You can turn off cookies through your browser settings at any time.

6. External Services

I use third-party services like:

  • Momoyoga for class and event bookings

  • Strip for secure transactions

  • Squarespace for hosting this website

These platforms have their own privacy policies, which you can review on their websites.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal data I have about you

  • Request corrections or deletions

  • Withdraw consent at any time (such as unsubscribing from emails)

To exercise your rights, just email me at jaravdham@gmail.com.

8. Data Retention

Your information is kept only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined here or to comply with legal obligations.

9. Updates to This Policy

I may occasionally update this Privacy Policy. The latest version will always be available here with the date of the last update.