Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

CommonsInformationDeck ("we," "us," or "our") is devoted to respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we manage, use, disclose, and preserve your data when you access our website commonsinformationdeck.sbs or make use of our yacht charter services.

Your agreement to the data handling methods outlined in this policy is implied when you utilize our services. This policy adheres to pertinent privacy legislation including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and additional applicable Canadian privacy laws.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We gather personal data that you supply to us willingly when you:

• Reserve a yacht charter
• Reach out to us via our website or telephone
• Sign up for our newsletter
• Complete forms on our website
• Engage in surveys or promotional events

This data might encompass:

• Identification and contact details (email, telephone, postal address)
• Financial details (handled securely by third-party entities)
• Preferences and specifics related to yacht charters
• Contacts for emergencies
• Dietary preferences or health information (as provided)

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

As you navigate our website, we automatically gather specific information regarding your device and your interaction with the site:

• IP addresses and geographical data
• Kind and version of web browser
• Visited pages and duration of visit on our portal
• Source websites
• Details on the device (model, screen resolution, etc.)

2.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

To elevate your browsing experience on our website, we employ cookies and tracking technologies. These tools enable us to:

• Retain your settings
• Examine site usage and performance
• Deliver tailored content
• Enhance our offerings

Cookie settings can be adjusted in your web browser's options or our cookie consent module.

3. How We Utilize Your Data

The information we accumulate is used for several reasons:

• Provision of Services: To carry out yacht charter services, confirm reservations, and interact regarding your bookings
• Support for Customers: To address your inquiries and offer support when needed
• Processing Payments: To handle transactions and oversee billing matters
• Maintaining Safety and Security: To ensure the secureness of our operations and safeguard against deceptive activities
• Marketing Initiatives: To disseminate promotional material and information (after obtaining your agreement)
• Enhancement of Website: To analyse user routines and augment our website's functionality
• Abiding by Legal Obligations: To fulfill our legal responsibilities and uphold regulations

4. Disclosure and Sharing of Information

We maintain the confidentiality of your personal information and do not sell, exchange, or lease it to outside parties. Your data may be disclosed under these conditions:

4.1 Providers of Services

We might share information with reputable third-party service providers assisting us in: payment handling; web hosting and maintenance; direct emailing; analysis and observation of our service performance; customer assistance.

4.2 Legal Compulsions

Should legal mandates demand, we might disclose your data in the following circumstances: responding to legal actions such as court orders; in emergency situations; or while examining possible dishonest or illicit conduct.

4.3 Business Reconfigurations

In scenarios involving a merger, acquisition, or asset sale of the company, your personal data may be transferred as part of the deal.

5. Data Protection

We apply suitable electronic and organizational precautions to guard your personal information against unsanctioned access, alteration, exposure, or destruction. This includes encryption practices, secure servers, controlled access, consistent evaluations, and education of staff.

Nonetheless, we must note that no internet-based method of data transmission or electronic storage is entirely infallible. Complete security of your details cannot be fully guaranteed.

6. Conservation of Data

The retention of your personal data is limited to as long as it is necessary to fulfill its collection purpose or to comply with legal requirements. Common storage periods are:

• Charter reservations: 5 years (for tax and legal reasons)
• Marketing communications: until you choose to unsubscribe or request deletion
• Website analytics data: 24 months
• Interaction with customer service: 2 years following the last engagement

7. Your Rights and Preferences

Users have rights such as requesting access, rectification, erasure (as law permits), data portability, objecting to marketing, and regulating cookies. To leverage these rights, please reach out to us with the contact information provided below.

8. Services by Third Parties

8.1 Google Analytics

For website usage analysis, we use Google Analytics. Opting out is possible through the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

8.2 Social Media Networks

Our site may offer links to social media platforms that have their distinct privacy policies.

8.3 Payment Processors

Payment facilitation is conducted by third-party processors that are compliant with PCI DSS requirements.

9. International Data Movements

Your information may be stored and processed in locations apart from Ireland and we ensure protective measures in line with legal privacy protections.

10. Protection of Children's Privacy

We do not target individuals below the age of 13 with our services, nor do we intentionally collect their information. If we are made aware of such instances, we will act promptly to remove the data.

11. Amendments to Our Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to mirror alterations in our practices or legal requirements. Changes will be announced on our website, via email to registered users, or through a notification on our portal. Continued usage after these updates implies consent to the revised policy.

12. Getting in Touch

For inquiries about our Privacy Policy or data-handling practices, please get in touch:

13. Adherence to Google Ads User Consent Policy

We uphold the Google Ads user consent policies. Modifications to cookie/tracking settings can be made any time within our cookie preferences.