Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

GlobalCommonsAtlas ("we," "our," or "us") is dedicated to respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines our practices concerning the gathering, utilization, disclosure, and protection of your information when you access our website globalcommonsatlas.sbs or engage in our yacht charter services.

By making use of our offerings, you are giving your agreement to the data methods detailed in this document. This policy adheres to relevant privacy legislations including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and other pertinent Canadian privacy laws.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We receive personal information that you willingly provide to us when you:

• Make a yacht charter reservation
• Connect with us via our website or telephone
• Sign up for our newsletter
• Complete forms on our website
• Join surveys or promotional initiatives

Such information may cover:

• Your name and methods of contact (email, telephone, and address)
• Payment details (securely managed through external service providers)
• Your yacht charter preferences and specifications
• Your emergency contact information
• Your dietary needs or health information if you choose to provide them

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

Whenever you browse our website, we automatically collect certain details concerning your device and your interaction with our site:

• Your IP address and geographical information
• Type and version of your browser
• Webpages you visited and the duration of your visit on our platform
• Referral sources
• Information about your device (model, screen resolution, etc.)

2.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and analogous tracking mechanisms to improve your experience. These technologies assist us in:

• Storing your preferences
• Evaluating website traffic and functionality
• Delivering tailored content
• Enhancing our services

You have the ability to adjust your cookie preferences through your web browser settings or our cookie consent pop-up.

3. How We Use Your Information

We employ the information we collect for several purposes:

• Service Provision: To furnish yacht charter services, handle reservations, and communicate concerning your bookings
• Customer Service: To address your questions and supply support
• Payment Management: To execute transactions and oversee accounts
• Security: To uphold the integrity of our operations and safeguard against deceptive conduct
• Promotions: To send promotional materials and updates, subject to your approval
• Web Optimization: To examine how our site is used and to enhance website functionality
• Legal Obligations: To meet applicable legal requirements and regulations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

Your personal details are not sold, bartered, or rented out to unrelated parties. We may disclose your information under these scenarios:

4.1 With Service Providers

We might share details with service providers who support us in areas including payment processing, website maintenance, email marketing, traffic and performance analysis, and customer service.

4.2 For Legal Reasons

We may expose your personal details if obligated by law or to comply with legal procedures, court orders, in response to emergencies, or in probing suspected fraudulent activities or illegality.

4.3 During Business Transfers

If there's a change such as a merger, acquisition, or asset sale of the business, your information may be part of the transferred assets.

5. Data Security

We employ suitable security measures such as encryption, secure hosting, access management, routine checks, and educating our team to guard against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction of your information.

Despite these measures, no system is completely invulnerable. We cannot warrant absolute safety of your data.

6. Data Retainment

Your information is kept only for as long as necessary for the reasons it was obtained or as required by law. Common retention periods include:

• Charter reservations: 7 years for tax and legal reasons
• Promotional communications: until you opt-out or delete your subscription
• Website analytics: 26 months
• Customer care: 3 years after the last interaction

7. Rights and Choices

You have certain rights like the right to access, correct, delete your information (as per laws), data portability, declining marketing, and controlling cookies. To execute these rights, reach out to us through the provided details.

8. External Services

8.1 Google Analytics

Google Analytics is employed to evaluate website traffic. To opt-out, use the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

8.2 Social Platforms

Our platform may contain links to social media with their respective privacy policies.

8.3 Payment Processing

Transactions are managed by third-party processors that are compliant with PCI DSS standards.

9. International Data Movement

Your data may be processed outside of United Kingdom, and we apply safeguards that are aligned with applicable data privacy laws.

10. Privacy of Minors

We do not intentionally collect data from children below the age of 13, and our services are not aimed at this demographic. If a child has provided their personal information, immediately inform us.

11. Privacy Policy Revisions

This Privacy Policy may be revised to reflect changes in our procedures or regulatory adjustments. Such updates will be communicated by posting the revised policy on our site, through email notifications to users, or by displaying a notice on our platform. Continuing to use our services after the modification date will be considered as your acceptance of such changes.

12. Reaching Out to Us

For inquiries about this Privacy Policy or our data handling processes, you can contact us:

13. Compliance with Google Ads User Consent Policy

We follow the guidelines of the Google Ads user consent policy. You can modify your tracking decisions at any time via our cookie preferences panel.