Privacy Policy
Last updated: May 2025
THE METHOD X™ ACADEMY ("we", "us", "our") is committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information you provide when you use our website at themethodxacademy.com or submit an application to our programmes.
Please read this policy carefully. By using our website, you agree to the terms set out here.
1. Who We Are
THE METHOD X™ ACADEMY is founded and operated by Rachael Currie. For any data-related enquiries, please contact us at:
Email: info@themethodxacademy.com
2. What Information We Collect
When you submit an expression of interest or application through our website, we may collect:
- Your first and last name
- Your email address
- Your phone number (if provided)
- Your programme of interest
- Your years of yoga practice
- Any information you share in the message field
We do not collect payment information through this website. Payment is handled separately and securely.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information you provide solely to:
- Respond to your expression of interest or application
- Provide you with information about THE METHOD X™ ACADEMY programmes
- Contact you regarding your application or enrolment
- Communicate important updates about the programme you have applied for
We will never sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
Under UK GDPR, we process your data on the following legal bases:
- Legitimate interests — to respond to your enquiry and manage applications
- Consent — where you have voluntarily submitted your information to us
5. How Long We Keep Your Data
We retain your personal data for no longer than is necessary. If your application is unsuccessful or you do not proceed with enrolment, we will retain your information for up to 12 months before securely deleting it. If you enrol on a programme, we will retain relevant records for up to 6 years in line with legal obligations.
6. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")
- Object to or restrict how we process your data
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@themethodxacademy.com.
7. Cookies
Our website does not currently use tracking or analytics cookies. We may use essential cookies to ensure the website functions correctly. No personal data is collected via cookies at this time.
8. Third-Party Services
Our website is hosted via Netlify. Form submissions are processed through Netlify Forms. Please refer to Netlify's Privacy Policy for information on how they handle data.
9. Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorised access, loss, or misuse. All data transmitted via our website is encrypted using SSL/TLS.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us:
THE METHOD X™ ACADEMY
info@themethodxacademy.com
themethodxacademy.com