Privacy Policy
Last updated: 21/12/2025
Boat Charter Malta (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data when you visit our website, make an enquiry, or use our yacht and boat charter services.
By accessing or using our website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of personal data:
a) Information You Provide Voluntarily
- Full name
- Email address
- Telephone number
- Booking or enquiry details
- Special requests or preferences
- Any information submitted via contact forms, booking forms, or email correspondence
b) Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Pages visited and time spent on the site
- Referring website or source
This data is collected through cookies and similar technologies to improve website functionality and user experience.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal data for the following purposes:
- To respond to enquiries and process booking requests
- To provide and manage charter services
- To communicate important information related to your booking
- To improve our website, services, and customer experience
- To comply with legal and regulatory obligations
- To send promotional or marketing communications (only where consent has been given)
3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
We process personal data under the following lawful bases:
- Consent – when you voluntarily submit information
- Contractual necessity – to fulfill charter bookings and services
- Legal obligation – to comply with applicable laws
- Legitimate interests – to improve services and ensure website security
4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell or rent your personal data. However, we may share your information with:
- Trusted service providers (e.g., crew, catering partners, payment processors) strictly for service delivery
- Legal or regulatory authorities if required by law
All third parties are required to handle your data securely and in accordance with data protection laws.
5. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, including legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. Once data is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymized.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies to:
- Enhance functionality and performance
- Analyze website traffic and usage
- Remember user preferences
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
7. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. While no system is entirely secure, we continuously review and enhance our security practices.
8. Your Data Protection Rights
Under the GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Restrict or object to processing
- Request data portability
- Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.
9. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal data.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect legal or operational changes. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.
11. Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:
Boat Charter Malta
Email: [Insert email address]
Phone: [Insert phone number]