Disclaimer
Not professional advice
Akasha publishes content related to psychology, spirituality, consciousness, and personal development. Nothing on this site constitutes medical, psychological, psychiatric, therapeutic, legal, or other professional advice. No content here creates a professional-client relationship of any kind.
This site reflects personal exploration, independent research, and individual experience. It is not a substitute for qualified professional guidance. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis or need clinical support, contact a licensed professional or your local emergency services.
No guarantees of accuracy
We research thoroughly and represent information honestly. But we make no warranties or guarantees, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or currency of any content on this site. Scientific understanding evolves. Our own understanding evolves. Content may contain errors, outdated information, or perspectives that shift over time.
Where we reference studies, research, or historical claims, we do so in good faith and to the best of our ability. We are not academic researchers, and this is not a peer-reviewed publication. Verify anything that matters to you through primary sources.
Practices and techniques
Some content describes practices, techniques, or exercises, including but not limited to meditation, fasting, breathwork, sound-based practices, sensory deprivation, and other methods for exploring consciousness. You engage with any practice described on this site entirely at your own risk.
These descriptions are offered for educational and informational purposes only. They are not prescriptions, recommendations, or instructions from a qualified practitioner. What works for one person may be harmful to another. Physical and psychological practices carry inherent risks, and individual responses vary widely.
Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before undertaking any practice that could affect your physical or mental health, particularly if you have existing medical conditions, are pregnant, are taking medication, or have a history of mental health challenges.
Limitation of liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Akasha and its authors, contributors, and affiliates disclaim all liability for any loss, injury, claim, damage, or adverse outcome arising from your use of this site. This includes direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, and all other forms of damage, whether arising from your reliance on content published here or your engagement with any practice, technique, or suggestion described herein.
You assume full responsibility for how you use the information on this site and for any actions you take based on it.
External links
This site may contain links to external websites, resources, or services. We have no control over the content, accuracy, or availability of those sites and accept no responsibility for them. Inclusion of a link does not imply endorsement.
Changes to this disclaimer
We may update this disclaimer at any time without notice. Continued use of this site constitutes acceptance of any changes. This disclaimer applies to all content published on Akasha, past and future.
If you have questions or concerns, reach out through our contact channels.
Privacy
This policy explains what personal data Akasha collects, why we collect it, how we store it, and what rights you have. We keep it straightforward because we believe privacy policies should be readable, not just legally compliant.
Last updated: March 15, 2026.
Who we are
Akasha is a personal blog focused on psychology, spirituality, and personal development. It is operated from Scotland, United Kingdom. For any privacy-related questions, contact us through the channels listed on our site.
What data we collect
Email addresses. If you subscribe to our mailing list, we collect your email address through a form hosted via Netlify Forms. We use this solely to send you content updates. We do not sell, rent, or share your email address with third parties.
Technical data. Our hosting provider (Netlify) automatically collects standard server log data when you visit this site. This may include your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URL, and pages visited. This data is collected by Netlify as part of their infrastructure and is governed by Netlify's privacy policy. We do not independently collect or process this data.
Analytics data. We use Umami, a privacy-focused, cookieless analytics service. Umami collects anonymised data about page views, referrers, browser type, device type, and general geographic region. It does not collect personal information, does not use cookies, does not track you across websites, and does not create user profiles. No consent banner is required because no personal data is processed. See Umami's privacy policy.
Cookies
This site does not use cookies. Our analytics provider (Umami) is fully cookieless. No advertising, tracking, or marketing cookies are used. No cookie consent banner is required.
Legal basis for processing
Under UK GDPR and EU GDPR, we process your data on the following bases:
Consent. When you submit your email address through our subscription form, you consent to receiving content from us. You can withdraw consent at any time by unsubscribing.
Legitimate interest. We have a legitimate interest in understanding how our site is used and in maintaining its security and performance. This interest is balanced against your privacy rights and does not override them.
How we store your data
Netlify stores email addresses from our subscription form on their secure infrastructure. Netlify's data centres are located in the United States. Netlify participates in standard contractual clauses and data protection frameworks for international data transfers.
We retain your email address for as long as you remain subscribed. If you unsubscribe, your address will be removed within 30 days.
Your rights
Under UK GDPR, EU GDPR, and other applicable data protection laws, you have the right to:
Access: request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
Rectification: request correction of any inaccurate data.
Erasure: request deletion of your personal data.
Restriction: request that we limit how we use your data.
Portability: request your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
Objection: object to our processing of your data.
Withdraw consent: at any time, without affecting the lawfulness of prior processing.
To exercise any of these rights, contact us through the channels on our site. We will respond within 30 days.
International visitors
This site is accessible worldwide. If you are visiting from outside the United Kingdom:
European Economic Area (EEA): Your rights under EU GDPR are fully respected as described above.
United States (California): Under the CCPA/CPRA, you have the right to know what personal information we collect, to request deletion, and to opt out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell your personal information.
Other jurisdictions: We aim to comply with applicable local data protection laws. If you have specific concerns about how your data is handled under your local law, contact us.
Third-party services
Netlify: hosting and form processing. Netlify Privacy Policy.
Google Fonts: web fonts loaded from Google's CDN. When your browser requests these fonts, Google may receive your IP address. Google Privacy Policy.
Umami: cookieless, privacy-focused web analytics. No personal data is collected or stored. Umami Privacy Policy.
Children's privacy
This site is not directed at individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, contact us and we will delete it promptly.
Changes to this policy
We may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The "last updated" date at the top will reflect the most recent revision. Continued use of this site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Complaints
If you believe your data protection rights have been violated, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk, or with your local supervisory authority if you are based in the EEA.
Terms
By accessing and using Akasha, you agree to these terms. If you don't agree, please don't use the site. These terms work alongside our Disclaimer and Privacy Policy.
Last updated: March 15, 2026.
Use of this site
This site is provided for personal, non-commercial use. You may read, share, and link to our content freely. You may quote reasonable excerpts with attribution.
You agree not to:
Republish, reproduce, or redistribute substantial portions of our content without written permission.
Use this site in any way that is unlawful, harmful, or fraudulent.
Attempt to interfere with the site's operation, security, or infrastructure.
Scrape, harvest, or collect data from this site through automated means without permission.
Present our content as your own or remove any attribution.
Intellectual property
All original content on this site, including text, design, code, graphics, and the overall look and feel, is the intellectual property of Akasha and its author, unless otherwise stated. This content is protected by United Kingdom and international copyright law.
Our site name, branding, and visual identity are our property. You may not use them in any way that suggests endorsement or affiliation without written permission.
User-submitted content
If you submit content to us (such as an email address through our subscription form or messages through any contact channel), you grant us permission to use that information for its stated purpose. You retain ownership of any content you submit, but you confirm that you have the right to share it and that it does not violate any law or third-party right.
Content accuracy and disclaimer
Our Disclaimer governs all matters relating to the accuracy of content, the use of practices and techniques described on this site, and limitations of liability. These terms incorporate that disclaimer in full.
External links
This site may link to external websites. We have no control over their content, availability, or privacy practices. Following an external link is at your own discretion and risk.
Limitation of liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Akasha and its author shall not be liable for any damages arising from your use of or inability to use this site. This includes direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, and punitive damages, whether related to site content or linked external sites.
Nothing in these terms excludes or limits liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation, or any other liability that cannot be excluded or limited under Scots law.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Akasha and its author from any claim, loss, liability, or expense arising from your use of this site, your violation of these terms, or your violation of any third-party right.
Governing law
These terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Scotland. Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of this site shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Scottish courts.
If you are accessing this site from outside the United Kingdom, you are responsible for compliance with your local laws to the extent they apply.
Severability
If any provision of these terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary. The remaining provisions continue in full force.
Changes to these terms
We may revise these terms at any time. The "last updated" date reflects the most recent revision. Continued use of this site after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.