PRIVACY POLICY

This Privacy Policy applies to all our websites and mobile applications (“Website”). In this Privacy Policy, when we refer to any of our websites, we mean any website or mobile application operated by or on behalf of Show Me Sailing or its parent companies, subsidiaries, and affiliates (collectively “Show Me Sailing”), regardless of how they are accessed.
By accessing the Website, you agree to comply with these terms and conditions whenever you access the Website on any device. This Privacy Policy is part of and incorporated into the Terms and Conditions of our website.
Any changes to this policy will be posted here. We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy from time to time, and such changes will take effect immediately upon being published.
Your continued use of the website constitutes your acceptance of all such changes. We are committed to protecting the personal data you provide to us and informing you how we use the data we collect about you.

WHY WE COLLECT DATA ABOUT YOU

We aim to provide you with the service you want to use. We may use information about you to help us personalize the Website, remember you, and improve its usefulness for you. We may use this information to inform you about changes to the Website or about products, services, or promotions from us and others (with your consent) that we think may be of interest to you. It can also help us select articles and services we believe you may find interesting.
Your data helps us sell advertising space to advertisers of products and services that matter to you, enabling us to continue funding the Website through advertising so that you can continue using the Website for free. We may send you administrative and promotional emails related to the Website and updates about the Website. We may personalize your visits to the Website and enhance the design and style of the Website to improve the services we provide to you.
We may need to contact you regarding comments you have submitted or content you have posted on the Website or to verify your identity from time to time.
In addition to the services provided on this Website, we may want to offer you goods and services provided by us and others (with your consent) that may be of interest to you.

WHAT DATA DO WE COLLECT FROM YOU?

We may collect data from you when you fill out an online registration form for any service available on our website (e.g., chat areas, your profile page, forums, purchases, advisory services, competitions, etc.). We may also collect data you provide via telephone, written communication, or other correspondence.
The types of information we may collect include, for example, your name, postal address, email address, phone numbers, gender, and, where relevant, financial details, credit card, or banking information.
We collect data about your use of the Website and the services it offers through “cookies.” For more information about “cookies,” please refer to our Cookie Policy, which is part of this Privacy Policy.
In addition to personal data, we may also collect data about you automatically when you visit the Website using cookies (small text files). These data trends may be used by us, shared with our affiliated companies, or passed on to unrelated parties. Our advertising partner may also use cookies to display advertisements that they believe are most relevant or useful to you. For more information about cookies, including how to disable this feature, please visit our Cookie Policy.
If you register to use our services via Facebook, we may collect other types of data. All such information will be presented to you at the time you use Facebook to register.

HOW WE ENSURE YOUR PRIVACY IS PROTECTED

We strive to keep your data securely stored and to prevent unauthorized access. We have security measures in place to protect your data, which we regularly monitor. Unfortunately, despite our measures, due to the nature of the Internet, we cannot guarantee that your data will always remain 100% secure. The constant efforts of hackers to breach even the latest security systems mean we can never make this promise.
Please note that if you disclose information in chat areas, profile pages, comment sections, forums, or other public services, other people may use this information. We are not responsible for the disclosure of any information you post in this way.
We comply with the Data Protection Act 1998, the Investigatory Powers Regulation 2000, and all other applicable laws governing the protection of your privacy.
This website provides numerous links to websites not operated by us or companies associated with us. We take no responsibility for the use of any data about you collected as a result of your use of these websites, and this privacy policy does not apply to any website operated by anyone other than us.

DISCLOSURE OF YOUR DATA AND CONSENT

By using the website, you agree that we may disclose your personal data to any company within the Show Me Sailing group of companies.
We will not use your personal data for direct marketing activities or provide it to third parties for their direct marketing activities without your consent. By direct marketing activities, we mean direct communication with specific individuals (via email, post, or phone) for any advertising or marketing materials.

If you have given your consent but later decide that you no longer wish to receive direct marketing or information from us, our affiliated companies, or third parties, or if you no longer want your data shared with third parties, please notify us at the following email address: office@showmesailing.com
Specifically, even with your consent, we will only disclose your financial data, credit card, or banking details to our agents and/or third-party product or service suppliers as needed, such as for fulfilling any e-commerce transactions.

We may disclose details about your usage of the Website to other businesses, for example, to demonstrate usage patterns to advertisers and other business partners. The data we share will not include any personal information that could identify you.

We compile anonymous records of user trends that we may use ourselves or share with affiliated companies.
We will comply with any court order requiring or requesting the disclosure of identity, location, or any other information related to anyone who has accessed the Website. We may also disclose such information if advised by lawyers that a court order requiring us to do so would be granted, even if no formal legal proceedings have been initiated.

We strive to prevent unauthorized disclosure of your personal data by other parties. However, we are not responsible for any unauthorized disclosure, other security breaches, or the actions of others if the information was shared with their or any other authority’s consent besides ours or our affiliates.
We may transfer, sell, or assign any of the information described in this policy to third parties as a result of a sale, merger, consolidation, change of control, transfer of assets, or reorganization of our business.
Obtaining Your Personal Data
If you wish to receive a copy of the personal data we hold about you or have any questions or concerns regarding how we collect and use your personal data, please write to us (including all relevant details of your request) at: office@showmesailing.com

We may charge an administrative fee (not exceeding the maximum allowed by law) for processing requests to access personal data.

YOUR RIGHTS REGARDING PERSONAL DATA WE PROCESS

  • TRANSPARENCY: You have the right to be informed about information relevant to the processing of your data (this right is fulfilled by providing access to this Notice).
  • RIGHT OF ACCESS: You have the right to be informed about whether we are processing your personal data. If we are processing it, you have the right to request correction, supplementation, updating, deletion of data, or cessation and temporary suspension of processing.
  • RIGHT TO RECTIFICATION, SUPPLEMENTATION, AND UPDATING: The data being processed must be accurate and complete. You have the right to have your inaccurate personal data corrected without unnecessary delay or to have incomplete data supplemented.
  • RIGHT TO ERASURE: You have the right to have your personal data erased in accordance with the Law on Personal Data Protection (referred to as ZZPL). If it is necessary for us to continue processing the data to fulfill our legal obligations (e.g., accounting laws or similar) or to submit, exercise, or defend a legal claim, we will delete only the part of the data that is no longer necessary.
  • RIGHT TO DATA PORTABILITY: You have this right if the conditions outlined in Article 36 of the ZZPL are met.
  • RIGHT TO RESTRICT PROCESSING: You have the right to request the restriction of processing of your personal data in certain situations.
  • RIGHT TO OBJECT: You have the right to object to the processing of your personal data that is carried out based on legitimate interest.
  • RIGHT TO CONTACT THE COMPETENT AUTHORITY: The right to file a complaint with the Commissioner for Access to Information of Public Importance and Personal Data Protection – If you are based in the EU, you can contact your local Data Protection Authority (DPA), which is responsible for enforcing the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The contact details for all EU Data Protection Authorities can be found on the official European Data Protection Board (EDPB) website: https://edpb.europa.eu
    Alternatively, if your concern involves cross-border data processing, you may contact the Lead Supervisory Authority in the EU Member State where the data controller or processor is established. For broader inquiries or to find your local authority:
    European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS) (for EU institutions):
    Website: https://edps.europa.eu
    Email: edps@edps.europa.eu
    Phone: +32 2 283 19 00
  • ALL OTHER RIGHTS PROVIDED BY LAW: Individuals whose data is being processed can exercise their rights by submitting a request via email to: office@showmesailing.com.

WEBSITE POLICY

We use various technologies on our website, some of which we control directly (first-party), while others are controlled by external organizations (third-party).
The technologies we use include (but are not limited to) cookies and scripts. Some of these are necessary for the proper functioning of this website and for our understanding of how you use it. We also use these technologies for marketing and other purposes, as described below.

The use of cookies enables certain functionalities of our website and enhances your user experience. To provide better service, our website employs certain external scripts that do not share your personal data, such as:
AdWords
Google Analytics
Google Tag Manager
Google Search
These tools help us analyze and improve the website’s performance and ensure you have the best experience while using our services.

COOKIE POLICY

By using the website www.showmesailing.com (“Website,” “Platform,” etc.) and the services provided to customers (“you,” “your,” etc.), you agree to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. The Website uses cookies to distinguish you from other users. This helps us provide you with a better experience while browsing the Website and allows us to improve the Website.
Consent
When you first visit our Website, browsing and remaining on the Website implies that you agree to the use of cookies as explained in this Cookie Policy. You can decide to withdraw your consent at any time by deleting cookies from your computer (or mobile device) using your Internet browser’s settings and configuration.

Disabling and Blocking Cookies
If you do not agree with the use of these cookies, disable them by following the instructions for your browser listed here or by using automated tools for deactivation, if available below. Please note that some services may not function properly if cookies are disabled.
Where an organization that sets cookies provides an automated means to disable cookies, we will include the name of the organization, the category of cookies it sets, and a link to its automated deactivation tool. In all other cases, we will list the names of the cookies and their source as of the date of this Cookie Policy so that you can easily identify and disable them if you wish via browser controls.

Some browsers allow you to signal that you do not want your online browsing activity to be tracked. Disabling tracking may interfere with your use of the Website and the services provided on it.
Almost all browsers allow you to be notified of the presence of cookies or to block them automatically.
If you block cookies, you can still use our Website, although some services may be limited, and you may not experience the full functionality of our Website. For more information about deleting, disabling, or blocking cookies, please visit https://www.aboutcookies.org.

You can also refuse or disable cookies already stored on your device through your browser settings by clicking the following link below:

• Visit aboutcookies.org, clicking here

After Your Initial Visit to the Website
We may change the cookies we use. This Cookie Policy will always allow you to know who sets the cookies, for what purposes, and provide you with the means to disable them. Therefore, you should periodically check this policy.

What Are Cookies?
Cookies are text files containing small amounts of information that are downloaded to your device when you visit a website. Cookies are then sent back to the originating web domain on your subsequent visits to that domain. Most web pages contain elements from multiple web domains, so when you visit a website, your browser may receive cookies from several sources.

Cookies are useful because they allow a website to recognize a user’s device. Cookies enable efficient navigation between pages, remember preferences, and improve the user experience. They can also be used to tailor advertising to your interests through tracking your browsing activity across websites.
Session cookies are automatically deleted when you close your browser, while persistent cookies remain on your device after closing the browser (e.g., to remember your user preferences when you return to the website).

Social Media Sharing Cookies
These cookies are used to integrate certain features of major social media platforms into the website. In particular, they allow registration and authentication on the website (e.g., through Facebook and Google), linking, sharing, and commenting on website pages on social media, enabling “like” functionality on Facebook and “+1” functionality on Google+.

Cookie Policy Does Not Cover Third-Party Websites
Please note that this Cookie Policy does not apply to and we are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites that may be linked to this website. These cookies are likely to be analytics/performance cookies or advertising cookies.

Changes to the Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy and recommend that you review it periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

Questions or Comments About This Cookie Policy
If you have questions or concerns regarding this statement, you should contact us first via email. You can reach us with general inquiries and comments via email at office@showmesailing.com.