Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

ModernArtCollections ("we," "our," or "us") is dedicated to maintaining your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, utilization, disclosure, and protection of your information when you access our website modernartcollections.site or use our yacht charter services.

By engaging with our services, you agree to the data handling practices described in this document. This policy adheres to applicable privacy legislation, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and other relevant Canadian privacy laws.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We gather personal information that you supply to us voluntarily when you:

• Reserve a yacht charter
• Reach out to us via our website or telephone
• Sign up for our newsletter
• Complete forms on our website
• Engage in surveys or promotional activities

This information could include:

• Your name and contact details (email, phone number, postal address)
• Financial details for payments (handled securely by third-party services)
• Preferences and needs regarding yacht charters
• Details for emergency contact purposes
• Health-related specifications or dietary restrictions (if applicable)

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you browse our website, certain information about your device and browsing activities is automatically recorded:

• IP address and geographical details
• Type and version of web browser
• Web pages visited and time spent on our site
• Sites that referred you to us
• Specifications of your device (model, screen resolution, etc.)

2.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We employ cookies and similar tracking mechanisms to improve your browsing experience on our website. These technologies are used to:

• Store your preferences
• Examine website usage and performance
• Deliver personalized content
• Enhance our services

You have the ability to manage your cookie preferences via your browser settings or our cookie consent tool.

3. How We Utilize Your Information

The information we collect is used for purposes such as:

• Service Provision: To render yacht charter services, manage reservations, and maintain communication regarding your charter
• Client Support: To address your inquiries and provide support
• Transaction Management: To oversee payments and handle billing details
• Security Measures: To guarantee the security of our operations and prevent fraud
• Promotional Efforts: To send you marketing materials and news, with your permission
• Website Enhancement: To assess user interaction and refine our web functionality
• Regulatory Adherence: To comply with relevant laws and regulations

4. Sharing and Disclosure of Information

Your personal information is neither sold, traded, nor rented out to third parties. However, we may divulge your information in situations like:

4.1 With Service Providers

We might share information with reliable third-party service vendors who assist us with payment processing, website maintenance, email campaigns, analytics and performance monitoring, and customer service.

4.2 For Legal Reasons

We may disclose information when legally required or in response to legal processes, subpoenas, in emergencies, or when investigating potential unlawful activities or fraud.

4.3 During Business Transfers

Your details may be transferred as a part of the asset during mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales.

5. Data Protection

We use suitable technical and organizational safeguards to secure your personal data from unauthorized access, changes, exposure, or destruction. These include data encryption, secure servers, access restrictions, periodic evaluations, and staff education.

Despite these measures, no internet transmission or electronic database can be guaranteed to be fully secure. Absolute security of your data is not assured.

6. Retention of Data

We keep your personal data only for as long as it is necessary for the purposes it was collected or as law dictates. Common retention periods are:

• Charter reservations: 7 years for tax/legal purposes
• Marketing interactions: until you opt out or request deletion
• Web analytics data: 26 months
• Support interactions: 3 years following the last communication

7. Your Rights and Decisions

You hold rights to access, rectify, delete (within legal bounds), transfer, opt out of marketing, and control cookies. To exercise these, please get in touch with us using the contact information provided below.

8. Services Provided by Third Parties

8.1 Google Analytics

We make use of Google Analytics for analysis of our site. You may opt out of this service with the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

8.2 Social Media Platforms

Our website may feature links to social media sites, each governed by its own privacy policy.

8.3 Payment Processors

Transaction procedures are managed by third-party processors compliant with PCI DSS standards.

9. Cross-Border Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries apart from France. In such cases, safeguarding measures in line with applicable privacy legislations are implemented.

10. Privacy of Minors

Our services do not cater to children below 13 years of age, and knowingly we do not collect their information. If it comes to our knowledge that we have such information, contact us directly for its removal.

11. Updates to This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be revised to reflect new practices or regulatory changes. Updates will be communicated by posting the revised policy on our website, alerting registered users via email, or through an on-site notice. Continuing to use the services after the effective date indicates your acceptance of the new terms.

12. Reaching Out to Us

For inquiries or more information about this Privacy Policy or our data handling practices, please reach out:

13. Conformity with Google Ads User Consent Policy

We observe the Google Ads user consent policy. You can adjust cookie and tracking preferences at any time through our cookie settings.