Balletia Dance Academy

Privacy Policy

Balletia.org (“we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store and protect your personal information when you visit our website.

By using Balletia.org, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information you voluntarily provide

We may collect personal information when you:

  • Subscribe to our newsletter
  • Contact us via email or contact forms
  • Submit comments or feedback

This information may include:

  • Name
  • Email address

1.2 Automatically collected information

When you browse Balletia.org, we automatically collect:

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device information
  • Pages viewed
  • Cookies & analytics data

This helps us improve website performance and user experience.

1.3 Cookies

We use cookies to:

  • Improve site functionality
  • Analyse website traffic
  • Remember your preferences

You may disable cookies through your browser settings.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Send newsletters and updates (only if you subscribe)
  • Respond to your inquiries
  • Improve website performance and content
  • Analyse traffic and usage patterns
  • Maintain website security

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information.

3. Email Marketing (Newsletter)

If you subscribe to our mailing list, we will use your email address to send:

  • Updates and new blog posts
  • Event information
  • Ballet-related guides and resources

You can unsubscribe anytime by clicking the “Unsubscribe” link in any email.

4. Third-Party Services We Use

Balletia.org may use trusted third-party services, including:

  • Analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics)
  • Email marketing platforms (e.g., MailPoet, Mailchimp, Brevo, or similar)
  • WordPress plugins that require limited technical data

These providers may collect data in accordance with their own privacy policies.
We do not control and are not responsible for third-party practices.

5. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for:

  • Providing our services
  • Legal compliance
  • Newsletter subscriptions (until you unsubscribe)

You may request deletion anytime.

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information, including:

  • SSL encryption
  • Secure hosting
  • Limited access to administrative systems

However, no online transmission is 100% secure.

7. Your Rights (Hong Kong PDPO)

Under the Hong Kong Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Request the purpose of data use
  • Request to stop receiving marketing communications

To exercise your rights, contact us using the information below.

8. Links to External Sites

Our website may contain outbound links to third-party websites.
We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Email: info@balletia.org
Website: https://balletia.org