Privacy Policy

Effective from: 24th May 2025

At Breathe & Begin, your privacy matters. This policy explains what personal information I collect, why I collect it, how I use it, and your rights under UK data protection laws (UK GDPR).

By visiting this website or booking a service, you agree to the terms of this policy.

1. Who I Am

Breathe & Begin: A Space for Calm & Clarity
Owner: Maria Collins
Based in: Worcestershire, United Kingdom
Email: maria@breathandbegin.co.uk

2. What Information I Collect

I may collect the following types of personal information when you contact me or book a service:

  • Your name and contact details (email, phone number)

  • Information you provide during sessions or events

  • Booking and payment information

  • Website usage data via cookies (see section 6)

This information is collected directly from you and with your consent.

3. How I Use Your Information

Your information is used to:

  • Communicate with you about sessions, classes, or events

  • Process bookings and payments

  • Provide the services you’ve requested

  • Improve the website and services

  • Send occasional updates (only if you’ve opted in)

I do not share or sell your information with any third parties for marketing purposes.

4. Storing & Securing Your Data

  • All personal data is stored securely on password-protected systems.

  • I only keep data for as long as necessary (usually up to 7 years for client records, in line with professional practice standards).

  • I take reasonable steps to protect your information, but no system can be 100% secure. If there’s ever a breach, I will inform you promptly.

5. Your Rights

Under the UK GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access your data

  • Correct inaccurate data

  • Request deletion of your data

  • Withdraw consent

  • Object to how your data is used

  • File a complaint with the ICO (www.ico.org.uk)

To exercise these rights, contact me at [your email address].

6. Cookies & Website Tracking

This website may use standard cookies (small text files stored on your device) to:

  • Improve website performance

  • Understand visitor behaviour (via tools like Google Analytics)

You can disable cookies in your browser settings.

7. Third-Party Services

I may use third-party tools to support services (e.g., Calendly for bookings, Stripe for payments, Squarespace hosting). These services follow their own privacy and data protection policies.

8. Changes to This Policy

I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be published on the website.

9. Contact

If you have any questions or concerns about this policy or how your data is handled:

Email: maria@breathandbegin.co.uk
Business Address: available on request