This Privacy Policy explains how Studio Mōtus, operated by Thomas Kendall, sole proprietor, Bodmerstrasse 14, 8002 Zürich, Switzerland (“Studio Mōtus”, “we”, “us”), collects, uses, and protects personal data in accordance with the Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (nFADP) and, where applicable, the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

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1. Controller

Studio Mōtus

Operated by Thomas Kendall, Sole Proprietor

Bodmerstrasse 14

8002 Zürich

Switzerland

Email: studiomotuszurich@gmail.com

Website: www.studiomotus.ch

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2. Categories of Personal Data

We may collect and process the following categories of personal data:

• Identification (name, date of birth, language preference)

• Contact details (email address, postal address)

• Account and booking data (login, attendance, cancellations, preferences)

• Payment data (billing address, transaction details processed via Stripe, TWINT, or Mindbody)

• Health information voluntarily disclosed for safe training participation

• Technical data (IP address, browser, cookies, usage logs)

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3. Purposes of Processing

We process personal data to:

• Manage bookings, classes, and subscriptions

• Process payments and issue receipts

• Provide Virtual Studio access

• Communicate operational updates and reminders

• Send marketing emails (only with consent)

• Comply with accounting and tax obligations

• Improve website performance and customer experience

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4. Legal Bases

Processing is based on:

• Contract performance

• Legal obligation

• Legitimate interest

• Consent (for marketing or health disclosures)

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5. Data Sharing and Processors

We share personal data only with trusted service providers acting on our instructions:

• Mindbody Inc. – scheduling and booking management

• Squarespace Inc. – website hosting and analytics

• Stripe Payments Europe Ltd. and TWINT AG – payment processing

• Zoom Video Communications Inc. – virtual class streaming

• Meta Platforms Ireland Ltd. – marketing and social media integration

Data may be transferred abroad (e.g., EU/US) under adequate protection measures in accordance with Art. 16 et seq. nFADP.

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6. Cookies and Analytics

Our website uses cookies and comparable technologies to enable functionality and gather anonymous usage statistics. You may disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not work properly.

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7. Data Retention

Personal data is retained only as long as necessary for the purposes described or as required by Swiss law (typically 10 years for accounting and tax records). Afterward, data is deleted or anonymised.

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8. Data Security

We apply appropriate technical and organisational security measures to protect personal data against unauthorised access, loss, or misuse.

Payments are processed through encrypted channels (SSL/TLS). Studio Mōtus does not store full credit card details.

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9. Your Rights

Under the nFADP, you may request:

• Access to your data

• Rectification of incorrect data

• Deletion where processing is no longer necessary

• Restriction or objection to processing

• Data portability

Requests should be sent to studiomotuszurich@gmail.com - Proof of identity may be required.

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10. Marketing Communications

Marketing communications are sent only with your explicit consent. You may unsubscribe at any time via the link in each email or by contacting us.

Transactional emails (e.g., bookings, receipts, policy updates) are necessary for service provision and cannot be opted out of.

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11. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to external websites not operated by us. Studio Mōtus is not responsible for their content or data practices.

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12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The most recent version is always available on our website and applies from the date of publication. Continued use of our Services after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised version.

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13. Video Surveillance

For safety and access control, Studio Mōtus operates a video camera covering the studio’s main entrance area.

The system does not record training spaces or public areas beyond the immediate entrance.

Recordings are viewed only in the event of incidents affecting safety or property and are automatically deleted after a short retention period (maximum seven days), unless required for investigation or legal purposes.

Access to recordings is strictly limited to authorised personnel.

The lawful basis for processing is our legitimate interest in protecting persons and property, in accordance with the Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (nFADP).

For questions regarding the camera system, please contact studiomotuszurich@gmail.com.

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Studio Mōtus

Operated by Thomas Kendall, Sole Proprietor

Bodmerstrasse 14 • 8002 Zürich • Switzerland

Email: studiomotuszurich@gmail.com

Website: www.studiomotus.ch