Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

SharedAccessCommons ("we," "our," or "us") is dedicated to safeguarding your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how your information is gathered, utilized, shared, and protected when you engage with our website sharedaccesscommons.sbs or when you utilize our yacht charter services.

Your utilization of our services indicates agreement to the procedures outlined in this policy. This policy is in accordance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and other related privacy legislations in Canada.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

Personal information that you willingly provide is collected when you:

• Reserve a yacht charter
• Reach out to us via our website or telephone
• Subscribe to our mailing list
• Complete any forms on our website
• Engage in surveys or promotional events

Such information may consist of:

• Identification and contact details (email, phone number, physical address)
• Financial details for transactions (handled securely by third-party vendors)
• Specifications and special requests for charters
• Emergency contact information
• Preferred diet or health-related details (if provided)

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

Specific details about your device and the pattern of your usage are recorded automatically upon visiting our website:

• IP address and geographic data
• Browser type and its version
• Visited pages and duration of site visit
• Sources of website referral
• Device specifics (model, screen size, etc.)

2.3 Cookies and Tracking

Our website employs cookies and various tracking systems to improve your online experience. These systems are applied to:

• Store your preferences
• Evaluate website operations and effectiveness
• Offer customized content
• Enhance our offerings

Preference management for cookies is possible through browser settings or our cookie consent notification.

3. Utilizing Your Data

The information we acquire is used for purposes such as:

• Delivering Services: To manage yacht charter operations, execute reservations, and maintain communication regarding your booking details
• Client Support: To address your queries and provide support when needed
• Transaction Processing: To carry out transaction completion and handle billing aspects
• Safety and Compliance: To safeguard the integrity of our services and deter fraudulent activities
• Promotions: To send you marketing content and updates, subject to your consent
• Site Enhancement: To study how our site is used and to enhance user experience
• Legal Adherence: To comply with pertinent laws and regulatory demands

4. Disclosure of Information

Personal information is not sold, exchanged, or rented to third parties. However, we may disclose your information in these situations:

4.1 Collaborating with Service Providers

We may provide information to reputable third-party services that assist us with: payment processing, web hosting, website management, online marketing, performance analytics, and customer assistance.

4.2 In Accordance with Legal Requirements

Your details may be divulged if mandated by the law or in response to legal actions, judicial commands, emergency cases, or during investigations of potential fraudulent or illegitimate activities.

4.3 Company Transactions

Should a merger, acquisition, or divestment of company assets occur, your data might be part of the transferred assets.

5. Securing Data

Technological and organizational safeguards are enacted to protect personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, sharing or destruction. These include encryption tools, secure servers, controlled access, periodic reviews, and staff education.

Yet, the internet and electronic storage systems are not impervious to breaches. Absolute security for your data cannot be warranted.

6. Data Retention

Retention of your personal data is limited to periods necessary for the original collection purposes or as dictated by legal requirements. Typical retention periods are:

• Yacht charter records: 7 years for tax and legal reasons
• Marketing correspondence: until opt-out or account deletion
• Web analytics data: 26 months
• Customer interaction records: 3 years since the last engagement

7. Your Rights and Preferences

Your rights include accessing, correcting, erasing (as per legal limits), data portability, opting out of promotional messaging, and cookie management. To exercise these rights, reach out to us through the provided contact details.

8. External Services

8.1 Google Analytics

Google Analytics is utilized for website traffic analysis. Opt-out is possible using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

8.2 Social Media Platforms

Links to social media sites may be found on our website and are bound by their respective privacy policies.

8.3 Transaction Handlers

Transactions are facilitated by third-party processors compliant with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS).

9. International Data Movement

Your data may be transferred to, and processed within, nations outside of Germany. We enforce protective measures aligning with applicable privacy legislation.

10. Protection of Minors

We don’t design our services for individuals below the age of 13 and do not intentionally gather their information. If a minor has provided personal details, please inform us promptly.

11. Policy Revisions

Periodic updates to this Privacy Policy may occur to reflect shifts in practices or legal stipulations. We will inform you of such updates through our website notice, emails to registered users, or by posting the revised policy. Following the effective date, continued use implies consent.

12. Contact Details

Questions regarding this Privacy Policy or our data management practices should be directed to us:

13. Adherence to Google Ads Consent Policies

We align with the Google Ads consent policies. Cookie and tracking setting modifications can be made anytime through our cookie preferences.