Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

OpenFieldJournal ("we," "our," or "us") is dedicated to preserving your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, use, and protection of your data when you navigate our website openfieldjournal.site or utilize our yacht rental services.

By utilizing our offerings, you are agreeing to the data handling procedures outlined in this document. We adhere to privacy laws such as the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and other Canadian privacy statutes.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We gather personally identifiable information that you supply voluntarily when you:

• Reserve a yacht rental
• Reach out through our website or telephone
• Sign up for our e-newsletter
• Complete forms on our website
• Engage in surveys or special offers

The details we collect may include:

• Your name and contact details (email, telephone, and address)
• Billing information (handled securely by payment service providers)
• Your preferences and needs regarding yacht rental
• Contacts for emergencies
• Specific dietary requirements or health-related information (if shared)

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

Automatically gathered data about your device and use patterns may include:

• Geolocation and IP address
• The type and version of the web browser used
• Visited pages and duration of visits on our website
• Referral sources
• Device specifics such as model and screen resolution

2.3 Cookies and Tracking

We implement cookies and similar technology to improve your browsing on our website, facilitating:

• Retention of user selections
• Analysis and enhancement of our website's performance and usage
• Delivery of custom content
• Service betterment

Your preferences regarding cookies can be adjusted in your browser's settings or via our cookie consent feature.

3. Utilization of Your Information

We utilize the data collected for purposes such as:

• Rental Services: To facilitate the provision of yacht rentals, process reservations, and maintain communication regarding your bookings
• Client Support: To address your queries and offer support
• Financial Transactions: To manage transactions and invoicing
• Protection and Safety: To guarantee the security of our operations and guard against deceptive activities
• Promotion: To dispatch marketing materials and updates when given permission
• Web Enhancement: To evaluate usage tendencies and advance the functionality of our site
• Regulatory Adherence: To fulfill legal and regulatory obligations

4. Dissemination and Sharing of Information

Your personal data is not sold, exchanged, or rented to external parties. However, we might share your information as follows:

4.1 External Service Providers

Information can be shared with reputable third-party service providers involved in: payment processing; web hosting and maintenance; electronic marketing; performance analytics and monitoring; client assistance.

4.2 Compliance with Law

Disclosure of your information may occur if mandated by law or as a response to judicial procedures, court instructions, crises, or inquiries into probable illicit activities or fraud.

4.3 Business Transactions

In the situation of business consolidations, acquisitions, or asset sales, your data may be part of the transferred assets.

5. Information Safety

Efforts are made to shield your personal details through methods like encryption, secure servers, access management, routine evaluations, and staff training.

Despite these measures, we acknowledge that no electronic data transfer or storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

6. Information Retention Period

Your personal data is kept only for as long as needed for the purposes it was collected or as mandated by law:

• Rental bookings: 7 years (for tax and legal reasons)
• Marketing correspondence: up until removal or opt-out
• Website analytics data: 26 months
• Client interaction: 3 years from the last communication

7. Your Rights and Options

Your rights encompass access to your data, rectification, deletion (in accordance with regulations), data portability, marketing opt-outs, and managing cookies. For exercising these rights, please contact us through the provided details.

8. Third-Party Services

8.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics for insights into website use. For opting out, the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on is available.

8.2 Social Platforms

We provide links to social media platforms, each of which upholds its own privacy policies.

8.3 Payment Service Providers

Our transactions are managed by third-party payment processors conforming to the PCI DSS.

9. Transnational Data Movement

Your information may be moved to and handled in countries other than Germany. We adhere to suitable precautions consistent with the prevailing privacy legislation.

10. Youth Privacy

Our services do not target children below 13, nor do we intentionally gather their data. Contact us immediately if you suspect a minor has provided their details.

11. Privacy Policy Modifications

Amendments to this Privacy Policy may occur to reflect shifts in practices or legal requirements. Notification will come from posting the amended policy, emailing registered users, or displaying a message on our site. Your continued use after alterations signifies acceptance.

12. Contact Particulars

For inquiries about our Privacy Policy or data handling practices, reach out to us:

13. Google Ads User Consent Policy Adherence

We comply with Google Ads' regulations on user consent. At any time, you can modify your preferences for tracking and cookies.