At yachtcharteroptions.co.za, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you visit or interact with our website. By accessing our website, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
- Personal Information: Name, email address, or other contact information submitted voluntarily (e.g., via contact forms, newsletter sign-ups, or user feedback).
- Technical Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, referral URLs, and device type.
- Usage Data: Pages viewed, time spent on the site, links clicked, and navigation paths.
- Cookies and Tracking: Small data files stored on your device to remember preferences and track analytics.
2. How We Use Your Information
- To improve the performance, usability, and security of our website.
- To respond to your inquiries, requests, or feedback.
- To send newsletters or content updates (only if you subscribe or consent).
- To analyze user behavior through tools like Google Analytics.
- To ensure compliance with applicable legal obligations and terms of service.
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to personalize user experience, analyze site traffic, and improve functionality. Users can control cookie preferences through their browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some website features.
4. Third-Party Services
We may use trusted third-party services to support analytics, advertising, and email communication, including:
- Google Analytics
- Google Ads or AdSense
- Email marketing platforms (for newsletters, if applicable)
These services may collect data under their own privacy policies. We do not control how third parties use your data once it is shared through their systems.
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
- We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
- We may share data with service providers who assist with site functionality — under strict confidentiality agreements.
- We may disclose data to comply with legal obligations or respond to lawful requests from government authorities.
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.
7. User Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights under data protection laws, including the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion of your data
- Withdraw consent to data processing
- Object to the use of your data for certain purposes
- File a complaint with a data protection authority
You can exercise these rights by contacting us at the email provided below.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If we learn we have collected data from a child without parental consent, we will delete it promptly.
9. External Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites. Please review their privacy policies before sharing any personal data.
10. Policy Changes
We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with a new effective date. Your continued use of the site after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, you can contact us at:
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: www.yachtcharteroptions.co.za
Thank you for trusting yachtcharteroptions.co.za with your information. We are committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining your trust.
