Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

GeneralUtilityArchive ("we," "our," or "us") is dedicated to preserving your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding collection, use, and protection of your data when you visit our website generalutilityarchive.xyz or utilize our yacht charter services.

By accessing our services, you agree to the data handling policies outlined here. We adhere to all applicable privacy regulations such as the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) along with other relevant Canadian privacy laws.

2. Information We Gather

2.1 Personal Information

We gather personal details provided by you voluntarily, which occurs when you:

• Reserve a yacht charter
• Reach out to us via our website or phone
• Enroll in our newsletter
• Complete forms on our site
• Take part in surveys or promos

This information can consist of:

• Your name and means of communication (email, telephone, postal address)
• Financial details (safely processed via third-party systems)
• Your preferences and stipulations for the charter
• Details of an emergency contact
• Any disclosed dietary limitations or health information

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

Our website automatically gathers certain information about your device and how you engage with our site:

• Your IP address and geographical info
• The browser your are using and its version
• Which of our pages you have visited and how much time you spent there
• Websites that directed you to ours
• Device details (model, screen resolution, etc.)

2.3 Cookies and Similar Technologies

Cookies and parallel tracking systems are utilized on our website to improve your experience. These mechanisms serve to:

• Store your preferences
• Analyze website function and performance
• Deliver content tailored to your needs
• Ameliorate our services

You are able to manage cookies through the settings on your browser or our cookie consent prompt.

3. Utilization of Your Data

We employ the data we compile for various objectives:

• Service Provision: To fulfill yacht charter requests, organize bookings, and correspond about your bookings
• Client Support: To address your queries and offer support
• Financial Transactions: To facilitate payment processing and manage accounts
• Security: To ensure safe operations and safeguard against deceit
• Marketing: To dispatch marketing communications and updates upon your consent
• Enhancing the Website: To evaluate website usage and enhance our web offerings
• Regulatory Compliance: To adhere to prevailing laws and regulations

4. Dissemination and Disclosure of Information

We ensure not to sell, barter, or lease your personal information to outside parties. Nevertheless, we may share information in certain cases:

4.1 With Service Providers

Your information might be shared with third-party service providers who support us with: finances; web hosting and maintenance; email distribution; website analysis and performance measurement; customer support.

4.2 For Legal Regulations

We may have to disclose your information when legally necessary or in response to legal proceedings, subpoenas, in emergencies, or for probing possible fraudulent or illicit activities.

4.3 During Business Changes

Should there be a company merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your personal details might be part of the assets transferred.

5. Security of Data

We apply suitable technical and organizational mechanisms to protect your personal data against unauthorized penetration, change, exposure, or annihilation. These strategies include encryption, secure servers, controlled access, continuous assessments, and instructing our workforce.

Nonetheless, no internet transmission or electronic storage technique is completely impenetrable. Absolute security of your data cannot be wholly assured.

6. Retention of Data

We retain personal information solely for as long as necessary to achieve the goals for which it was collected or as legally required. Common retention periods are:

• For charter bookings: 7 years for tax and legal reasons
• Regarding marketing communications: until you opt-out or request deletion
• On website analytics: 26 months
• Concerning customer service: 3 years from the last interaction

7. Your Rights and Choices

You are entitled to access, amend, delete (as per regulations), transfer, opt out from marketing, and control cookies. To practice these rights, reach out to us using the contact details provided below.

8. Third-Party Services

8.1 Google Analytics

Google Analytics is utilized for the analysis of our website traffic. You can opt out with the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

8.2 Social Media Platforms

Links to social platforms might be found on our website, possessing their own privacy terms.

8.3 Payment Processing Companies

Financial transactions are processed by PCI DSS-compliant third-party processors.

9. International Data Movements

Your data may be moved to and treated in territories other than France. In these instances, we maintain safeguards in line with applicable privacy legislation.

10. Protection of Minors

We do not aim our service towards children below 13 years of age, nor do we willfully amass their data. Should you suspect a minor has shared their data with us, please get in touch at once.

11. Amendments to the Privacy Policy

We may revise this Privacy Policy periodically to mirror changes in our practices or legal demands. Notifications of updates will be made by posting the altered policy on our site, emailing registered users, or showing a notice on our platform. Your continuous usage after the new effective date signifies your agreement to the changes.

12. How to Reach Us

For inquiries related to this Privacy Policy or our data handling methods, please contact us:

13. Adherence to Google Ads User Consent Policy

We align with Google Ads user consent policies. You can modify your cookie and tracking settings at any time through our cookie preferences.