1. Introduction
GT YACHT SERVICES, LLC, located at 5230 Clayton Ct Ste 2, Fort Myers, Florida 33907-2131, United States, is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your data when you visit our website at www.gtyachtservices.autos or engage with our computer systems design and integration services.
By accessing or using our website and services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please discontinue use of our website and services immediately.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information You Provide
We may collect the following categories of personal information that you voluntarily provide when you interact with our website, submit a contact form, request a consultation, or communicate with us via email or phone:
- Contact Information: Full name, email address, phone number, company or vessel name, and mailing address.
- Project Information: Details about your yacht, vessel specifications, technology requirements, project timelines, and service interests that you share through our contact forms or during consultations.
- Communication Records: The content of messages, emails, and phone conversations you have with our team, along with any attachments or supporting documents you provide.
- Business Information: Company details, job title, professional affiliations, and relevant business credentials if you represent a commercial marine operator, shipyard, or industry partner.
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, certain technical information is collected automatically through standard web technologies, including:
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on each page, navigation paths, referral sources, and interaction patterns with site elements.
- Device Information: Browser type and version, operating system, device type, screen resolution, and language preferences.
- Connection Data: IP address, internet service provider, geographic region derived from your IP address, and connection timestamps.
- Cookies and Similar Technologies: Small data files placed on your device that help us remember your preferences, understand site usage patterns, and improve your browsing experience. You may control cookie settings through your browser preferences at any time.
3. How We Use Your Information
GT YACHT SERVICES, LLC uses the collected information for the following legitimate business purposes:
- Service Delivery: To respond to your inquiries, provide requested consultations, prepare proposals, and deliver our computer systems design and integration services.
- Communication: To contact you regarding your project, send service-related updates, respond to your questions, and provide technical support.
- Business Operations: To manage client relationships, process contracts and agreements, maintain internal records, and fulfill our contractual obligations.
- Website Improvement: To analyze website traffic patterns, monitor performance, diagnose technical issues, and enhance the user experience on our site.
- Marketing Communications: With your consent, to send you relevant information about our services, industry updates, and promotional materials. You may opt out of marketing communications at any time by contacting us or using the unsubscribe link provided in each message.
- Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, legal processes, and enforceable governmental requests, as well as to protect our rights, privacy, safety, and property.
4. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their own marketing purposes. We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:
- Service Providers: With trusted third-party vendors and subcontractors who perform services on our behalf, such as website hosting, email delivery, data analytics, and IT infrastructure support. These providers are contractually bound to protect your data and use it solely for the purposes we specify.
- Business Partners: With marine technology manufacturers, equipment suppliers, and installation partners when necessary to fulfill your specific project requirements — and only with your prior knowledge and consent.
- Legal Obligations: When required by law, court order, subpoena, or governmental authority, or when we believe in good faith that disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others.
- Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, restructuring, or sale of all or a portion of our business assets, provided that the recipient agrees to honor the terms of this Privacy Policy.
5. Data Security
GT YACHT SERVICES, LLC implements commercially reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures designed to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
- Encryption of data in transit using industry-standard Transport Layer Security (TLS) protocols.
- Secure server infrastructure with firewall protection and regular security patch management.
- Access controls limiting data access to authorized personnel who require it for legitimate business purposes.
- Regular security assessments and monitoring of our systems for potential vulnerabilities.
- Employee training on data protection practices and confidentiality obligations.
While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of electronic storage or transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security, and you provide information at your own risk. We encourage you to use caution when transmitting sensitive data online.
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, or as required by applicable law. When determining retention periods, we consider the nature and sensitivity of the data, the potential risk of harm from unauthorized use or disclosure, the purposes for which we process the data, and applicable legal requirements.
Generally, we retain client and project-related information for the duration of our business relationship plus a reasonable period thereafter for legal, tax, and audit purposes. Website usage data collected automatically is typically retained for a shorter period, generally not exceeding 26 months.
7. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: You may request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Correction: You may request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
- Deletion: You may request the deletion of your personal data, subject to certain legal exceptions.
- Portability: You may request a structured, machine-readable copy of your data for transfer to another service provider.
- Opt-Out: You may opt out of marketing communications at any time, and you may configure your browser to refuse certain types of cookies.
- Restriction: You may request that we limit the processing of your personal data under certain circumstances.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in Section 10 of this policy. We will respond to your request within the timeframe required by applicable law and may need to verify your identity before processing your request.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our website and services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that a child under 18 has provided us with personal data without parental consent, we will take prompt steps to delete such information from our records. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
GT YACHT SERVICES, LLC reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or operational needs. When we make material changes, we will update the Last Updated date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, provide additional notice through our website or via email.
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information. Your continued use of our website and services after any changes to this policy constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.
10. Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us using the information below:
GT YACHT SERVICES, LLC
5230 Clayton Ct Ste 2
Fort Myers, FL 33907-2131
United States
Email: office@gtyachtservices.autos
Phone: +1 (906) 365-7696
Website: www.gtyachtservices.autos
11. Governing Law
This Privacy Policy and any disputes arising from it shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida and the applicable federal laws of the United States of America, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any legal action arising out of or relating to this policy shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Lee County, Florida.