Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

CommonsDataSphere ("we," "our," or "us") is dedicated to maintaining your confidentiality. This Privacy Policy delineates how your information is collected, utilized, shared, and protected when you utilize our website commonsdatasphere.sbs or engage with our yacht rental services.

By accessing our services, you are consenting to the information processing described in this document. This document aligns with privacy regulations such as the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) among other relevant privacy laws in Canada.

2. Data Collection

2.1 Personal Data

We gather personal data you willingly supply to us while you:

• Reserve a yacht rental
• Reach out to us via our website or telephone
• Sign up for our newsletter
• Complete forms present on our website
• Engage in our surveys or marketing campaigns

Such data may include:

• Your name and contact details (such as email, telephone number, physical address)
• Financial details for payment (securely processed by third-party vendors)
• Your preferences and specifications for the charter
• Contacts for emergencies
• Any specific dietary needs or health information you choose to provide

2.2 Automatically Gathered Information

Automatic data collection occurs when you navigate our website, covering information about your device and usage patterns:

• Geographical location and IP address
• Browser type along with its version
• Frequency and duration of page visits on our website
• Sites that referred you to ours
• Technical specifications of your device (such as device type, screen size, etc.)

2.3 Cookies and Similar Technologies

For enhancing your online experience, we utilize cookies and similar tech. These tools allow us to:

• Remember your preferences on our site
• Analyze our site's performance and usage
• Offer content tailored to you
• Continually improve the services we offer

Your preferences regarding cookies can be managed using your browser's settings or our website's cookie consent notification.

3. Utilization of Your Data

Collected information helps us in numerous ways, specifically:

• Service Provision: To execute yacht rental services, handle your reservations and communicate with you about them
• Customer Assistance: To address your queries and provide necessary help
• Financial Transactions: To manage charges and payments
• Safety Measures: To maintain the safety of our service and protect against deceptive activities
• Promotion: With your permission, to send you advertising materials and updates
• Website Enhancement: To monitor user interaction and upgrade our website's functionality
• Regulatory Adherence: To abide by legal requirements and standards

4. Disclosure of Information

Your personal information is never sold, traded, or leased to third parties. Your information could be shared under these circumstances:

4.1 External Service Firms

For certain services such as payment processing, website support and upkeep, electronic marketing initiatives, usage analytics, and customer service, we may share details with reputable third-party companies.

4.2 Compliance with Laws

We could disclose your personal data if compelled by legal obligations or during legal procedures, court mandates, in emergencies, or when investigating possible fraudulent or illicit activities.

4.3 Corporate Transactions

Your data could be a part of asset transfers in situations like corporate mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales.

5. Data Protection

To shield your personal information from unsanctioned access, changes, leaks, or destruction, we enforce suitable technical and organizational controls. These include encrypting data, utilizing secure servers, regulating access, conducting periodic evaluations, and training staff.

However, the internet and digital storage are not entirely secure. We cannot assert the complete security of your data.

6. Retention of Data

Your personal information is kept only for the necessary time to serve the purposes for its collection or as demanded by law. Typical retention spans are:

• Rental Bookings: 7 years (for taxation and legal reasons)
• Marketing Correspondence: until you opt-out or request deletion
• Online Analytics Data: 26 months
• Customer Service Interactions: 3 years post the last contact

7. Rights and Choices

You have rights including but not limited to information access, amendment, erasure (subject to legal constraints), portability, withdrawing from marketing communications, and managing cookies. To exercise your rights, reach us via the contacts provided below.

8. Third-Party Services

8.1 Google Analytics

Google Analytics is employed to evaluate website interactions. You can opt out using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

8.2 Social Media Widgets

Our website contains links to various social media platforms, each governed by its respective privacy policies.

8.3 Payment Processing Partners

Our payment operations are conducted by third-parties that are in line with PCI DSS compliance standards.

9. Transfers of Data Internationally

Data may be processed in countries other than France. We utilize safeguards that are consistent with the privacy laws applicable in these regions.

10. Protection of Minors

We do not market to children under the age of 13, nor do we intentionally gather their data. If you suspect that we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us without delay.

11. Privacy Policy Modifications

This Privacy Policy may undergo updates to reflect new procedures or statutory obligations. Modifications will be communicated by posting the new policy on our website, emailing registered customers, or announcing it on our platform. Use of our site following these updates implies your acceptance of the changes.

12. How to Contact Us

For inquiries regarding this Privacy Policy or our data management practices, you can contact us as follows:

13. Compliance with Google Ads Policy on User Consent

We adhere to the consent policies for Google Ads users. Adjustments to cookies and tracking preferences can be made at any time through our cookie settings feature.