Privacy and Data Protection Policy

Your privacy is as important to us as your safety at sea. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our services to rent a boat.

1. Who We Are

The company under the name Αqua Boat Rentals, located at Diaporos-Lagonisi Vourvourou, with contact email aquaboatrentals01@gmail.com and telephone number 306946013531, acts as the Data Controller of your personal data.

2. Data We Collect

To provide our services, we may collect:

• Identification Data: Full name, ID or passport number (necessary for official charter party documents).
• Contact Information: Email address, phone number, home address.
• Nautical Competence Data: Copies of sailing or powerboat licenses (if the rental is without a skipper/bareboat and there is a need for a license).
• Payment Data: Credit card or bank account information (processed via secure payment providers).
• Location Data: Only during the rental period (via the boat’s GPS) exclusively for safety reasons and to provide assistance if needed.

3. Why We Collect Your Data

We use your information for:

1. Booking Completion: To manage your request and issue the required maritime documents.
2. Legal Compliance: To notify Port Authorities as required by maritime law.
3. Safety: To track the vessel’s location in case of an emergency.
4. Communication: To send confirmations, updates, or (with your consent) promotional offers.

4. Who We Share Your Data With

We do not sell your data to third parties. However, we may share it with:

• Port Authorities: For the approval of the crew list and departure.
• Skippers / Crew: Only the necessary details required to execute the trip.
• Insurance Companies: In the event of an accident or damage.
• Service Providers: (e.g., IT companies or payment gateways) who are bound by strict confidentiality clauses.

5. Data Retention Period

We retain your data for as long as necessary to complete the service and in accordance with our legal obligations (e.g., tax regulations, which usually require a 10-year retention period).

6. Your Rights

Under the GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access: Learn what data we hold about you.
• Rectification: Update or correct your information.
• Erasure (“Right to be forgotten”): Request the deletion of your data, provided there is no ongoing legal obligation to keep it.
• Withdrawal of Consent: Opt-out of receiving newsletters at any time.

7. Data Security

We implement strict technical and organizational measures (SSL encryption, firewalls) to ensure that your information remains protected from unauthorized access.

8. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to improve your browsing experience. You can set your browser to refuse all or some cookies.

Important Note: This text is a general guide. For full legal coverage, especially if your business involves international bookings or specific insurance requirements, it is highly recommended to consult with a legal professional.

Last updated: 21/05/2026