Privacy Policy (US / International)

Last Updated: January 6, 2026

Introduction

Welcome to YACHTWAVE® ("Company," "we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website located at www.yachtwave.com (the "Website").

Note: This Privacy Policy applies only to our Website. Use of the YACHTWAVE mobile application is governed by a separate Privacy Policy available within the application and in the app store listings.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide to Us

We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Fill out contact forms or inquiry forms on our Website
• Subscribe to our newsletter or marketing communications
• Request information about our products or services
• Participate in surveys, promotions, or contests
• Communicate with us via email, phone, or other means

This information may include:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Company name
• Job title
• Mailing address
• Any other information you choose to provide

Information Automatically Collected

When you visit our Website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and your interaction with the Website, including:

• Device Information: IP address, browser type and version, operating system, device type, and unique device identifiers
• Usage Information: Pages you visit, time and date of your visit, time spent on pages, links you click, and other actions you take on the Website
• Referral Information: The website that referred you to our Website
• Location Information: We collect general geographic location information based on your IP address (city, state, country level)

We collect this information using cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies. See our "Cookies and Tracking Technologies" section below for more details.

Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from third-party sources, including:

• Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
• Social media platforms (if you interact with our social media pages)
• Marketing and advertising partners
• Business partners and affiliates

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

To Provide and Improve Our Services

• Respond to your inquiries and fulfill your requests
• Process your information and manage our relationship with you
• Provide customer support and technical assistance
• Improve and optimize our Website functionality and user experience
• Develop new products, services, and features

For Marketing and Communications

• Send you marketing communications, newsletters, and promotional materials (with your consent where required)
• Provide you with information about products, services, and events that may interest you
• Conduct surveys, contests, and promotions
• Personalize your experience on our Website

For Analytics and Research

• Analyze how visitors use our Website to understand trends and user behavior
• Monitor and analyze the effectiveness of our Website and marketing campaigns
• Conduct market research and business analysis

For Legal and Security Purposes

• Comply with legal obligations and respond to legal requests
• Protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property, and that of our users and the public
• Detect, prevent, and address fraud, security, or technical issues
• Enforce our Terms of Use and other agreements

How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

Service Providers

We share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, including:

• Website hosting and maintenance providers
• Email service providers and marketing platforms
• Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
• Customer relationship management (CRM) systems
• Payment processors (if applicable)

These service providers are contractually obligated to use your information only as necessary to provide services to us and are required to maintain the confidentiality and security of your information.

Business Transfers

If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, financing, reorganization, bankruptcy, or sale of company assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will provide notice before your information becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

Legal Requirements and Protection

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., court orders, subpoenas, government agencies). We may also disclose information to:

• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect and defend our rights or property
• Prevent or investigate possible wrongdoing
• Protect the personal safety of users or the public

With Your Consent

We may share your information with third parties when you have given us explicit consent to do so.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Understand how you use our Website
• Improve Website performance and functionality
• Deliver personalized content and advertising
• Analyze Website traffic and user behavior

Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for the Website to function properly. These cannot be disabled.
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our Website by collecting and reporting information anonymously (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Functional Cookies: Enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences.
• Marketing Cookies: Used to track visitors across websites to display relevant and engaging advertisements.

Your Cookie Choices

Most web browsers are set to accept cookies by default. You can choose to set your browser to remove or reject cookies. Please note that if you choose to remove or reject cookies, this may affect the availability and functionality of our Website.

To learn more about cookies and how to manage them, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.

Third-Party Analytics

We use third-party analytics services, including Google Analytics, to help us understand how users engage with our Website. These services use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your use of the Website and other websites.

Google Analytics collects information such as how often you visit our Website, what pages you visit, and what other sites you used prior to visiting our Website. We use this information to improve our Website and services.

Google Analytics does not collect your name or other identifying information. For more information about Google Analytics, please visit Google's Privacy Policy. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Secure server infrastructure and firewalls
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and authentication procedures
• Employee training on data security and privacy

However, please note that no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including to:

• Provide our services and support
• Comply with legal, accounting, or reporting requirements
• Resolve disputes and enforce our agreements
• Maintain business records and archives

When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

Access and Portability

You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you and, in some cases, to receive a copy of that information in a portable format.

Correction

You have the right to request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete personal information about you.

Deletion

You have the right to request that we delete your personal information in certain circumstances, such as when it is no longer necessary for the purposes for which it was collected.

Objection and Restriction

You have the right to object to or request that we restrict the processing of your personal information in certain circumstances.

Withdraw Consent

If we process your information based on your consent, you have the right to withdraw that consent at any time.

Opt-Out of Marketing

You can opt out of receiving marketing communications from us at any time by:

• Clicking the "unsubscribe" link in our marketing emails
• Contacting us using the information provided below
• Adjusting your communication preferences in your account settings (if applicable)

Please note that even if you opt out of marketing communications, we may still send you non-promotional messages related to your use of our services or our business relationship.

How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the contact information provided below. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable law.

SMS and Mobile Communication

YACHTWAVE provides transactional and service-related text messages for registered users.

Opt-In

Users opt-in to receive SMS notifications during account registration or through our public landing pages.

Frequency

Message frequency varies based on account activity and vessel task reminders.

Rates

Message and data rates may apply.

Opt-Out

You can cancel the SMS service at any time. Just text "STOP" to the short code. After you send the SMS message "STOP" to us, we will send you an SMS message to confirm that you have been unsubscribed.

Support

For help, reply "HELP" or contact us at [email protected].

Privacy

Mobile information will not be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. All other categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.

Children's Privacy

Our Website is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information as soon as possible.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately using the contact information below.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States or other countries where our service providers operate. These countries may have data protection laws that are different from the laws of your country.

By using our Website and providing your information, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries outside your country of residence, including the United States, which may have different data protection rules than your country.

We take appropriate steps to ensure that your information receives an adequate level of protection in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

Right to Know

You have the right to request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you, as well as the categories of sources, purposes for collection, and third parties with whom we share personal information.

Right to Delete

You have the right to request that we delete personal information we have collected from you, subject to certain exceptions.

Right to Opt-Out of Sale

We do not sell your personal information as defined by the CCPA.

Right to Non-Discrimination

You have the right not to receive discriminatory treatment for exercising your CCPA privacy rights.

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below. We will verify your identity before processing your request.

European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or Switzerland, you have certain rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and equivalent laws:

Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal information based on the following legal grounds:

• Consent: You have given us explicit consent to process your information for specific purposes
• Contract Performance: Processing is necessary to fulfill our contractual obligations to you
• Legitimate Interests: Processing is necessary for our legitimate business interests (e.g., improving our services, fraud prevention)
• Legal Obligation: Processing is necessary to comply with legal requirements

Your GDPR Rights

In addition to the rights described above, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority if you believe we have violated your privacy rights.

Do Not Track Signals

Some web browsers incorporate a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to have your online activity tracked. Because there is not yet a common understanding of how to interpret DNT signals, our Website does not currently respond to DNT signals.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page with a new "Last Updated" date
• Sending you an email notification (if you have provided us with your email address)
• Displaying a prominent notice on our Website

Your continued use of the Website after the effective date of the revised Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of the changes. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

Links to Third-Party Websites

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites, applications, or services that are not owned or controlled by YACHTWAVE®. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those third-party sites.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit before providing any personal information.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

YACHTWAVE®
935 N Beneva Road, Ste 609-2056
Sarasota, FL 34232
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (941) 291-0040

Acknowledgment

BY USING THE WEBSITE, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ THIS PRIVACY POLICY AND AGREE TO ITS TERMS.