Privacy Policy & Cookie Statement

Last Updated: September 30, 2026

At Yearning Yoga (accessible from [https://yearningyoga.com](https://yearningyoga.com)), protecting the privacy of our visitors and studio directory partners is a top priority. This policy outlines the types of information we collect, how it is used, and how we handle cookies.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide, maintain, and improve our studio directory services:

Personal Information You Provide: When you submit a studio listing, register an account, sign up for a newsletter, or contact us, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, and business details.
Automatically Collected Data: Like most websites, our servers automatically log standard web technical data when you visit (e.g., your IP address, browser type, referring/exit pages, and timestamps).
Location Data: If enabled on your device, we may use general location data (such as city or postal code) to display relevant nearby yoga studios.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected data solely for legitimate business purposes, including:

Displaying and managing studio directory listings.
Responding to user inquiries and providing support.
Improving website functionality, performance, and search experience.
Sending transactional emails (e.g., listing verification updates) or marketing communications (only if opted in).

We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties.

3. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Yearning Yoga uses cookies and similar web technologies to enhance user experience, remember preferences, and analyze site traffic.

Cookie Type	Purpose	Essential / Optional
Strictly Necessary	Enables site navigation, security features, and user session authentication.	Essential (Cannot be turned off)
Performance & Analytics	Helps us understand how visitors interact with the directory (e.g., Google Analytics).	Optional
Functional	Remembers search filters (e.g., location, yoga style preferences).	Optional

Managing Cookies: You can choose to disable or selectively turn off our cookies or third-party cookies in your browser settings.

4. Third-Party Services & Links

Our website contains links to external yoga studio websites, social media channels, and third-party booking integrations. Yearning Yoga is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external third-party sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policy of any website you visit.

5. Your Rights & Data Protection

Depending on your jurisdiction (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, PIPEDA), you have the right to:

Request access to the personal information we hold about you.
Request correction or deletion of your personal data.
Opt out of marketing communications at any time.

To exercise these rights or request data removal, contact us.

6. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy & Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in legal requirements or directory features. Revisions will be published on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.

If you have questions, comments, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us.