Privacy Policy

Effective Date: August 20, 2025

Next Wave Boat Charters, LLC (“Next Wave Boat Charters,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit our website https://nextwaveboatcharters.com, make a booking, or interact with us.

By using our website or services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of our site and services.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information You Provide:
- Name, email address, phone number
- Payment details when making a reservation
- Waiver or booking form details (e.g., signatures, emergency contacts)
Automatically Collected Information:
- IP address, browser type, device type
- Pages you visit on our site, date and time of visit
- Cookies and tracking data for analytics and functionality

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected for purposes including:

Processing bookings, waivers, and payments
Communicating with you about reservations, updates, or inquiries
Improving website functionality, security, and user experience
Sending promotional offers or newsletters (you may opt out anytime)
Meeting legal, tax, and regulatory requirements

3. Cookies & Tracking

Our website may use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies to:

Enhance site functionality
Track usage patterns (e.g., Google Analytics)
Customize your experience

You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, but some site features may not function properly.

4. Sharing of Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data only in these situations:

Service Providers: Payment processors, booking systems, IT support
Legal Obligations: If required by law, court order, or government request
Business Transfers: In case of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale

5. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary:

To complete bookings and provide services
To comply with legal or accounting obligations
For internal recordkeeping and dispute resolution

6. Data Security

We use industry-standard safeguards such as SSL encryption and restricted access to protect your information. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.