Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 2025

Thank you for visiting Bodhgriha (“we”, “us”, “our”).
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you access our blog and, in the future, our yoga and wellness course aggregation platform (“Services”).

By accessing or using our website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.


1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

We may collect information you voluntarily provide, including:
- Name
- Email address (e.g., when you sign up for our newsletter)
- Any information you submit through forms or contact requests

1.2 Analytics and Automatically Collected Data

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain data using analytics tools such as Google Analytics or similar services. This may include:
- IP address (may be anonymized depending on jurisdiction)
- Browser type and settings
- Device information
- Pages viewed, referring URLs, and time spent on pages
- General usage and engagement metrics

We use this information to improve our content, understand user behavior, and enhance the performance of the website.

1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Enable core functionality
- Remember user preferences
- Analyze site performance and traffic

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, but some features of the website may not function properly.


2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for the following purposes:
- To operate, maintain, and improve our blog and future platform features
- To analyze website performance and user behavior
- To send newsletters, updates, and marketing communications (only if you subscribe)
- To comply with legal obligations
- To enhance user experience and personalize content

If you sign up for our newsletter, you acknowledge and agree to our Terms of Service and this Privacy Policy.


3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

We may share information with:
- Service providers who help operate analytics, email delivery, hosting, or security
- Legal authorities if required by law, court order, or to protect our rights
- Future business partners or affiliates, only if consistent with this Privacy Policy (e.g., when we expand into a yoga aggregation platform)

All third parties accessing data are required to protect it according to applicable privacy regulations.


4. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

Analytics data may be retained in aggregated or anonymized form for historical reporting and performance analysis.


5. Your Choices

5.1 Newsletter Opt-Out

All marketing emails include an unsubscribe link.
You may opt out at any time.

5.2 Cookie Settings

You may modify cookie settings through your browser.

5.3 Access or Delete Your Data

You may request:
- Access to the personal data we hold
- Correction of inaccurate information
- Deletion of your data (where legally permissible)

To make a request, contact us at: bodhgriha@gmail.com


6. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information.
However, no online system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.


7. International Users

Our website may be accessed globally.
By using the Services, you agree that your information may be processed in the United States or other jurisdictions with different data protection laws than your country.

If required by local laws (e.g., GDPR), we will comply with applicable rights and obligations.


8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites.


9. Children’s Privacy

Our Services are not intended for individuals under 13 years of age.
We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

If you believe a child has provided personal information, contact us and we will promptly delete it.


10. Future Platform Expansion

As Bodhgriha evolves into a yoga and wellness aggregation platform, we may introduce additional features such as:
- User accounts
- Host or instructor profiles
- Booking or inquiry forms

Any new data practices will remain aligned with this Privacy Policy or be updated transparently before changes take effect.


11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.
Changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

Your continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.


12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us at:

bodhgriha@gmail.com