Effective Date: October 15th, 2024
Your privacy is critically important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how Time4Boats (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and shares personal information when you use our website Time4Boats.com (the “Website”) and related services, including our online directory.
By using the Website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use the Website.
1. Information We Collect
We collect various types of information from our users and visitors to improve the user experience and operate our directory service effectively. The types of information we collect include:
1.1 Personal Information You Provide Directly:
- Account Information: When you register for an account, we may collect your name, email address, username, and password.
- Directory Listing Information: If you submit a business or service listing to our directory, we collect business information, such as business name, address, contact details (e.g., phone number, email), website URL, and service details.
- Payment Information: If you purchase premium listings or other services from our Website, we may collect payment information, including credit card details, billing address, and other transaction-related information.
1.2 Automatically Collected Information:
- Usage Data: We collect information about how you interact with the Website, such as your IP address, browser type, device type, and browsing history. We also collect information about the pages you view and actions you take on the Website.
- Cookies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect and store information about your usage of the Website. You can set your browser to refuse cookies, but some parts of the Website may not function properly if you do so.
1.3 Information From Third Parties:
- Social Media: If you log in or register via social media accounts (e.g., Google or Facebook), we may collect additional information from your social media profile, such as your profile picture, friends list, and other publicly available information, depending on your privacy settings.
- Third-Party Integrations: We may receive data from third-party services (such as payment processors or marketing platforms) to process transactions or personalize your experience.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
2.1 To Operate the Directory:
- To provide, maintain, and improve the Website and our services.
- To display your business listing in the directory, including your contact information and business details.
- To enable business owners and customers to connect and communicate.
2.2 For Transaction Processing:
- To process payments for premium services or listings.
- To send you invoices, receipts, and payment confirmations.
2.3 For Communication:
- To send you updates, promotional materials, and other information related to our services (you can opt out of these communications).
- To respond to your inquiries, provide customer support, and resolve any issues related to your use of the Website.
2.4 For Analytics and Improvements:
- To analyze Website usage trends, monitor the performance of the Website, and improve the user experience.
- To develop new features and services based on how users interact with the Website.
2.5 For Legal Compliance:
- To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes.
- To protect the rights, property, and safety of Time4Boats, our users, and the public.
3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:
3.1 With Service Providers:
- We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us with running the Website, such as hosting services, payment processors, and analytics providers. These service providers have access to your personal information only to perform specific tasks on our behalf and are obligated not to disclose or use it for other purposes.
3.2 For Legal Reasons:
- We may share your information if required by law, such as to comply with a subpoena or similar legal process, or if we believe in good faith that disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others, investigate fraud, or respond to a government request.
3.3 Business Transfers:
- In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or part of our business, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of such events and your choices regarding your information.
4. Your Choices and Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
4.1 Access and Correction:
- You may access and update your account information at any time by logging into your account.
- You may also request access to or correction of any personal information we hold about you by contacting us at [email protected].
4.2 Deletion:
- You may request that we delete your account and any personal information associated with it. We will process such requests within a reasonable timeframe, but we may retain certain information as required by law or for legitimate business purposes.
4.3 Marketing Communications:
- You can opt out of receiving promotional communications from us at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions included in our emails or by contacting us directly.
4.4 Cookies:
- Most web browsers are set to accept cookies by default. However, you can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or notify you when a cookie is being sent. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the Website.
4.5 Do Not Track Signals:
- Our Website does not respond to “Do Not Track” signals sent by web browsers.
5. Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of data transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that we have collected personal information from a child, please contact us immediately.
7. International Transfers
If you are accessing the Website from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States or other countries. By using the Website, you consent to the transfer of your information to our facilities and to those third parties with whom we share it as described in this Privacy Policy.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the “Effective Date” at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for any updates or changes.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our practices, you can contact us at:
Time4Boats.com
Email: [email protected]