the breath sanctuary

Privacy Policy

Last updated: 22/04/2026

The Breath Sanctuary is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data with care, clarity, and respect.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information in accordance with UK data protection laws, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR).

1. Who We Are

The Breath Sanctuary is operated by founder Jane Chesworth.

If you have any questions about this policy or your data, you can contact:

Email: hello.thebreathsanctuary.co.uk
Website:‍ ‍
www.thebreathsanctuary.co.uk

2. What Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following personal data:

a) Personal Details

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number (if provided)

b) Booking & Payment Information

  • Appointment details

  • Payment confirmation (processed securely via third-party providers such as Klarna or your website payment system)

Note: We do not store full payment card details.

c) Health Information (Sensitive Data)

For breathwork sessions, we may collect limited health-related information, including:

  • Medical conditions

  • Contraindications

  • Pregnancy status

This information is collected only where necessary to ensure your safety.

d) Website Usage Data

When you visit the website, we may collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Pages visited

This helps improve the website experience.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

  • Manage bookings and sessions

  • Provide services safely and appropriately

  • Communicate with you about your sessions or membership

  • Send relevant updates (only if you have opted in)

  • Improve our services and website

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data based on:

  • Contract – to deliver services you have booked

  • Consent – for health information and marketing communications

  • Legitimate interests – to operate and improve The Breath Sanctuary

5. How Your Data is Stored

Your data is stored securely using trusted platforms (e.g. website systems, email providers, booking systems).

We take reasonable steps to protect your data from:

  • Loss

  • Misuse

  • Unauthorised access

6. Sharing Your Data

We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties.

We may share data only when necessary with:

  • Payment providers (e.g. Klarna)

  • Website or booking platforms

  • Legal authorities (if required by law)

7. How Long We Keep Your Data

We keep your data only as long as necessary:

  • Client records: up to 7 years (for insurance and legal purposes, aligned with Balens guidance)

  • Email subscribers: until you unsubscribe

  • General enquiries: up to 12 months

8. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Request correction of inaccurate data

  • Request deletion of your data

  • Withdraw consent at any time

  • Object to processing

To exercise these rights, contact us via email.

9. Cookies

The website may use cookies to improve your experience.

You can:

  • Accept or decline cookies via your browser settings

10. Marketing Communications

You will only receive emails from us if you:

  • Have signed up

  • Have booked services and consented to communication

You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in emails.

11. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to other websites.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

The latest version will always be available on our website.