Privacy Policy

Who We Are

This Privacy Policy describes how brevthos (brevthos United Business Company) collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit our website or enroll in our folk dance courses. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we handle your data. We operate folk dance rhythm and steps courses in Klaipėda, Lithuania, offering traditional Lithuanian folk dance instruction and group classes.

Information We Collect

We collect information in several ways to provide you with the best possible service and learning experience. When you register for courses, enroll in classes, or contact us, we collect personal details such as your name, email address, phone number, and payment information. We also collect usage data when you browse our website, including your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on our site through analytics tools. Additionally, we use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and understand how you interact with our content.

Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal information based on several legal grounds. Your consent is obtained when you voluntarily provide information through registration forms or subscribe to our communications. We also rely on legitimate interests to improve our services, personalize your experience, and prevent fraud. When required by law, we process data to comply with legal obligations, such as tax requirements or course attendance records. For contract fulfillment, we process data necessary to provide our courses and services as agreed upon.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to provide and improve our folk dance courses and services. Your data helps us process course enrollments, send you important updates about class schedules and course information, process payments, and personalize your learning experience. We use analytics data to understand which courses are most popular, improve our website functionality, and enhance course content. We may also use your information to communicate with you about new courses, special events, or promotional offers related to folk dance instruction. We never sell or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for specific periods depending on the type of data and its purpose:

• Course enrollment and registration data: retained for 36 months following course completion for record-keeping and potential re-enrollment inquiries
• Payment and billing information: retained for 24 months as required by accounting regulations
• Contact form submissions and inquiries: retained for up to 24 months after your last interaction with us
• Website analytics and cookie data: retained for up to 14 months from collection
• Server logs and technical data: retained for up to 12 months for security and troubleshooting purposes
• Email communications and newsletters: retained until you unsubscribe or for 24 months, whichever comes first

After these periods expire, we securely delete or anonymize your information. If you request deletion of your data, we will remove it within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.

Your Rights

You have several rights regarding your personal information under data protection regulations. You have the right to access all personal information we hold about you and receive a copy in a portable format. You can request correction or updating of inaccurate information at any time. You have the right to request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal retention obligations. You can withdraw your consent to communications or data processing at any time by contacting us. You have the right to restrict how we use your information and to object to certain types of processing. If you believe we have violated your privacy rights, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the supervisory authority.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze how you use our website. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences, improve site functionality, and provide personalized content. We use both session cookies, which expire when you close your browser, and persistent cookies, which remain on your device for extended periods. Analytics cookies help us understand visitor behavior and course popularity. Marketing cookies may be used to show you relevant content across different platforms. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences and choose to decline non-essential cookies. Please note that disabling cookies may affect your ability to access certain features of our website.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. We use encrypted connections for all data transmission, secure servers with firewalls, and regular security audits. Our team members with access to personal data are trained in data protection and confidentiality obligations. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. We encourage you to use strong passwords and protect your account credentials. If you suspect a security breach or unauthorized access, please contact us immediately.

Supervisory Authority

If you have concerns about our data processing practices or believe your rights have been violated, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the State Data Protection Inspectorate of Lithuania (Valstybinė duomenų apsaugos inspekcija). You can file a complaint with them without prejudice to any other administrative or judicial remedy. They are the independent data protection authority responsible for monitoring compliance with data protection laws in Lithuania.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites and services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external sites, and this Privacy Policy applies only to our website. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites before providing your personal information. We have no control over external sites and cannot guarantee their compliance with data protection standards.

Children's Privacy

Our folk dance courses may be suitable for participants of various ages. If we collect information from children under 13 years old, we obtain parental consent. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate parental authorization. If you believe we have collected information from a child without proper consent, please contact us immediately so we can remove the data.

Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date at the top. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we protect your information. Your continued use of our services following policy updates indicates your acceptance of the revised terms.