Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

At Cesavyi.com, we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of our students, parents, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you use our website or services. By accessing or using Cesavyi.com, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

This policy has been designed to comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable privacy laws. We encourage you to read this document carefully to understand our practices regarding your personal data.

2. Information We Collect

We collect personal information through various channels, including our website, registration forms, communications, and in-person interactions. The types of information we collect may include:

Personal Identification Information: Names, dates of birth, gender, and contact details (email addresses, phone numbers, home addresses) of students and parents/guardians.
Health Information: Relevant medical conditions, allergies, or special needs that may affect dance participation.
Payment Information: Payment details for processing tuition fees and other charges.
Website Usage Data: IP addresses, browser types, device information, pages visited, time spent on pages, and other analytics data.
Media Content: Photographs and videos taken during classes, performances, or events (with appropriate consent).
Communication Records: Emails, messages, and other correspondence between you and our school.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

3.1 Legitimate Business Operations

Processing enrollments and managing student records
Communicating about classes, schedules, events, and school activities
Processing payments and maintaining financial records
Providing appropriate instruction based on age, skill level, and special requirements
Ensuring student safety and appropriate care during classes and events

3.2 Website and Service Improvement

Analyzing website traffic and user behavior to improve user experience
Developing and enhancing our programs and services
Troubleshooting technical issues and maintaining website security

3.3 Marketing and Promotion

Sending newsletters and promotional materials about our programs (with consent)
Using photographs and videos for promotional purposes (with appropriate consent)
Advertising our services to potential new students

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on one or more of the following legal grounds:

Contractual Necessity: Processing necessary for the performance of our contract with you
Legitimate Interests: Processing necessary for our legitimate business interests
Legal Compliance: Processing necessary to comply with legal obligations
Consent: Processing based on specific, informed consent you have provided

Where we rely on consent as the legal basis, you have the right to withdraw that consent at any time.

5. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. The criteria used to determine our retention periods include:

The duration of your relationship with our dance school
Legal obligations to retain data for certain periods
Relevant statutes of limitations
Ongoing or potential disputes or legal claims

When personal information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

6. Data Protection and Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, accidental loss, alteration, or destruction. These measures include:

Encryption of sensitive data
Secure storage systems with access controls
Regular security assessments and updates
Staff training on data protection practices
Physical security measures at our facilities

While we strive to protect your personal information, no security system is impenetrable. We cannot guarantee the absolute security of information transmitted over the internet.

7. Your Privacy Rights

Under the GDPR and other applicable privacy laws, you have certain rights regarding your personal information:

Right to Access: You can request copies of your personal information we hold.
Right to Rectification: You can request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
Right to Erasure: You can request that we delete your personal information in certain circumstances.
Right to Restrict Processing: You can request that we limit how we use your personal information.
Right to Data Portability: You can request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format.
Right to Object: You can object to our processing of your personal information.
Rights Related to Automated Decision-Making: You can request human intervention for decisions based solely on automated processing.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section. We will respond to your request within one month, as required by applicable law.

8. Cookies and Similar Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and personalize content. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us recognize you and remember your preferences.

We use the following types of cookies:

Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly
Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website
Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
Marketing Cookies: Track your browsing habits to deliver targeted advertising

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

9. Children's Privacy

As a children's dance school, we collect information about minors, but only with parental consent. We take additional precautions to protect children's data and comply with applicable laws regarding children's privacy. Parents or guardians have the right to review, modify, or request deletion of their child's personal information.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a prominent notice on our website or sending you a direct communication. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we protect your information.