Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

CommonsSquare ("we," "our," or "us") is devoted to safeguarding your privacy. This Privacy Policy details the methods we employ to process, utilize, reveal, and protect your data when visiting our website commonssquare.site or when engaging in our yacht charter offerings.

Your use of our services constitutes acceptance of the data handling practices detailed here. This policy is in compliance with relevant privacy legislation such as the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and other significant Canadian privacy laws.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

Personal information you consciously provide to us is collected in the circumstances such as:

• Reserving a yacht charter
• Reaching us via our website or telephone
• Signing up for our newsletter
• Completing forms on our platform
• Taking part in our surveys or promotional events

The types of information collected might be:

• Your name and contact data like email, phone, and physical address
• Billing details (handled securely by external service providers)
• Your preferences and stipulations for the charter
• Emergency contacts
• Any dietary needs or medical details you share with us

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

In addition to the above, we capture certain data automatically from your device during your site visit:

• IP address and geographical details
• The category and version of browser you are using
• The specific pages you navigate to and time spent on our website
• Originating sites
• Details about your device like model, screen resolution, etc.

2.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

To enrich your online experience, we employ cookies and parallel tracking methods. The use of these technologies aids us in:

• Remembering your selections
• Examining website traffic and functioning
• Delivering targeted content
• Enhancing our service offerings

You may manage your preferences for cookies through your browser settings or via our cookie acceptance feature.

3. How We Use Your Information

The collected information is used by us for:

• Service Provision: To fulfill yacht charter services, manage reservations, and correspond regarding your booking
• Customer Support: To provide answers to your inquiries and offer assistance
• Payment Handling: To carry out financial transactions and billing tasks
• Safety Measures: To ensure the security of our activities and shield against deceitful activities
• Promotional Activities: To send you marketing materials and notifications when you permit us to
• Site Improvement: To assess visitor behaviors and upgrade our website's efficiency
• Legal Adherence: To observe relevant laws and regulations

4. Disclosure and Sharing of Information

We do not monetize, barter, or lease your personal data to unrelated parties. However, we may share it under these conditions:

4.1 Service Partners

Your data might be shared with credible service providers that facilitate our operations in areas like payment processing; site hosting and upkeep; email outreach; traffic and performance analysis; customer service.

4.2 Legal Obligations

We might disclose your details if mandated by law or when necessary for legal proceedings, court orders, emergencies, or to assess possible fraudulent or illegal activities.

4.3 Business Asset Transfers

Your information could be a part of the assets transferred during corporate restructurings like mergers, acquisitions, or assets sales.

5. Data Security

We use several technical and administrative strategies to protect your personal data from unwarranted access, change, exposure, or eradication. Our security approach includes encryption, secure servers, access management, frequent evaluations, and staff education.

Nonetheless, as no method of digital transfer or storage can be completely secure, we cannot assure you of the infallibility of your data safety.

6. Data Retention

We maintain your personal data strictly for periods required to achieve the purposes for which the data was gathered or as mandated by law. Common retention periods include:

• Charter bookings: 7 years for tax/legal purposes
• Marketing contacts: Until you opt-out or request deletion
• Analytical records: 26 months
• Customer assistance records: 3 years post your last interaction

7. Your Rights and Choices

Your rights include accessing, amending, removing (subject to legal constraints), transferring data, opting out of marketing, and controlling cookies. To act on these rights, kindly reach us through the contact details below.

8. Third-Party Services

8.1 Google Analytics

We utilize Google Analytics for understanding website usage. For those who choose, there is an opt-out feature available via Google Analytics's browser add-on.

8.2 Social Networks

Our web platform contains links to various social media services, each with its privacy policy.

8.3 Payment Associates

We rely on third-party partners compliant with PCI DSS standards for handling monetary transactions.

9. International Data Movements

Data you supply may be transferred to, and handled within, countries outside of France. We apply protections as stipulated by applicable privacy laws.

10. Youth Privacy

We do not target our services at children below the age of 13, nor do we intentionally collect their information. Should you suspect that we have such data, please get in touch with us at once.

11. Privacy Policy Modifications

We may revise this Privacy Policy to mirror changes in our practices or legal obligations. The announcement of alterations will take place through our website, by contacting registered users, or by showcasing a notification. Using our services after the update date signifies your agreement with the revisions.

12. Contact Details

For questions about this policy or our data-handling practices, you may contact us:

13. Google Ads User Consent Policy Compliance

We abide by Google Ads user consent guidelines. You are free to update your cookie and tracking preferences at any time through our cookie controls.