Privacy Policy
"It's not necessarily Pilates, but it's necessarily honest."
At Not Necessarily Pilates, produced by Pilates Academy International, we believe honesty and transparency extend to how we treat your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how it is used, and the choices you have when interacting with our website, podcast, and educational resources.
1. Who We Are
This website (https://notnecessarilypilates.com) is owned and operated by Pilates Academy International ("PAI", "we", "our", or "us"), founded and hosted by twin sisters and veteran movement educators Katherine Corp and Kimberly Corp.
If you have questions about this policy or our data practices, you can reach us by email at info@pilatesacademyinternational.com.
2. Information We Collect
A. Information You Voluntarily Provide: When you subscribe to our newsletter, request our free breathing mini-course, submit an inquiry, or participate in podcast interactive features, we may collect:
- Your email address
- Your first and last name
- Any message, feedback, or inquiry content you submit to us
B. Automatically Collected Technical Data: When you browse our website, our server and hosting logs automatically collect standard, non-personally identifiable technical information, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URL, time and date of visits, and page interaction metrics.
C. Third-Party Embedded Media Data: Our website embeds video and audio content hosted on third-party platforms such as YouTube (Google LLC) and Spotify. When you play or interact with these players, these third-party platforms may collect device information, viewing statistics, and cookie data governed by their respective privacy policies.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect solely for legitimate educational, operational, and communication purposes:
- Delivering requested materials, including the free breathing mini-course and podcast show notes.
- Sending announcements about upcoming podcast episodes, movement workshops, and guest interviews.
- Responding to your direct questions, feedback, or support inquiries.
- Monitoring site performance, preventing malicious activity, and maintaining website security.
We do not sell, rent, lease, or monetize your personal information to third-party data brokers or marketing agencies.
4. Third-Party Services & Links
Our website interfaces with external platforms to enhance your media viewing experience:
- YouTube (Google LLC): We embed podcast episodes and trailers via YouTube's official player. YouTube may set cookies or collect analytical data according to Google's Privacy Policy (Google Privacy Policy).
- Social Media Links: Our site includes links to our official social media channels on YouTube and Instagram (@pilatesacademyinternational). Visiting those external links is governed by the terms of those platforms.
5. Cookies & Local Browser Storage
We utilize minimal, non-invasive cookies and local browser storage (localStorage / sessionStorage) for technical functionalities such as managing authorized administrator sessions, remembering display preferences, and providing offline content backups.
You can configure your browser to block or alert you about cookies. Disabling technical cookies will not prevent you from enjoying our podcast content.
6. Data Security & Storage
We maintain appropriate technical and administrative safeguards to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, or alteration. All site communications are encrypted using standard Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure (HTTPS) with Transport Layer Security (TLS).
7. Your Rights & Choices
You remain in full control of your personal information:
- Opt-Out / Unsubscribe: Every email newsletter or mini-course communication includes an immediate, one-click unsubscribe link at the bottom. You can also contact us directly to be removed from any mailing list.
- Access & Deletion: You have the right to request a summary of the personal data we hold about you or request its permanent deletion from our records.
8. Children's Privacy
Not Necessarily Pilates is intended for adult movement enthusiasts, Pilates professionals, and general audiences. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 13 years of age. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will promptly delete it.
9. Updates to this Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect operational, legal, or regulatory modifications. When updates are published, the "Effective Date" at the top of this document will be revised accordingly.
10. Contact Us
For any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact: