At Qala Creations Studio, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you interact with our studio, including attending classes, workshops, performances, or visiting our website. 1. Information We Collect We may collect personal information from you in various ways, including when you: Register for classes or workshops: This may include your name, address, email address, phone number, date of birth, emergency contact information, and any relevant medical conditions or allergies to ensure your safety and provide appropriate accommodations. Make payments: We collect billing information, such as credit card details or bank account information, which is processed securely through third-party payment processors. We do not store full credit card numbers on our servers. Communicate with us: This includes information you provide when you send us emails, call us, or interact with us through social media. Participate in studio activities: We may collect photos or videos of you during classes, rehearsals, or performances for promotional purposes, but only with your explicit consent (e.g., via a signed release form). Visit our website: We may automatically collect certain information about your device and Browse activity through cookies and similar technologies. This may include your IP address, browser type, operating system, and pages you visit. This data helps us improve our website and services. 2. How We Use Your Information We use the information we collect for the following purposes: To provide our services: This includes managing class registrations, scheduling, attendance, and facilitating payments. To communicate with you: We use your contact information to send important updates about classes, schedule changes, studio events, and to respond to your inquiries. For safety and well-being: Medical information (with your consent) helps us ensure a safe environment and respond appropriately in emergencies. For marketing and promotional purposes: With your consent, we may use photos, videos, or testimonials for our website, social media, brochures, or other marketing materials to showcase the talent and experiences at Qala Creations Studio, featuring our "Bollywood Originals" team and the vibrant energy Shraddha Gujar brings as our instructor and director. To improve our services: We analyze collected data to understand student needs, optimize class offerings, and enhance the overall studio experience. To comply with legal obligations: We may use and disclose your information as required by law, such as for tax or regulatory purposes. 3. Sharing Your Information Qala Creations Studio values your trust and does not sell, rent, or lease your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes. We may share your information with: Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our studio, such as payment processors, scheduling software providers, or email communication platforms. These providers are obligated to protect your information and use it only for the services they provide to us. Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid legal requests (e.g., a subpoena or court order). Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your personal information may be transferred to the new entity. 4. Data Security We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security of your data. 5. Your Choices and Rights You have certain rights regarding your personal information, which may include: Access: You can request access to the personal information we hold about you. Correction: You can request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete information. Withdraw Consent: Where we rely on your consent to process your information (e.g., for promotional photos), you have the right to withdraw that consent at any time. Opt-out of Marketing: You can opt out of receiving promotional emails from us by following the unsubscribe instructions included in those emails. To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below. 6. Children's Privacy Qala Creations Studio is mindful of children's privacy. If you are under the age of 18, we require consent from a parent or legal guardian for the collection of your personal information and participation in our programs. Our website is not intended for direct use by children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. 7. Changes to This Privacy Policy We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any changes will be posted on our website, and the revised policy will include the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. 8. Contact Us If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: Qala Creations Studio
