At Tarpon Springs Yacht Club (TSYC), your privacy is of paramount importance to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, tarponspringsyachtclub.com. By using our website, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

This Privacy Policy was created on February 1st, 2025.

1. Information We Collect

We collect two types of information when you use our website:

• Personally Identifiable Information: This includes information that you provide to us directly, such as your name, email address, phone number, billing information, and membership details. This information is collected when you:

  • Sign up for a membership

  • Make reservations or register for events

  • Contact us via email or forms on the website

• Non-Personal Information: This includes data that is automatically collected when you visit our website, such as:

  • Your IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Pages you visit on our website

  • Referring website or source

  • Date and time of your visit

  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies (used for analytics purposes)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect in the following ways:

• To Provide Services: We use your personal information to process membership applications, event registrations, and reservation requests.

• Communication: We may use your email address to send you important updates, newsletters, event notifications, and promotional content. You can opt-out at any time.

• Website Improvements: We analyze non-personally identifiable data to improve our website’s functionality and user experience.

• Security and Fraud Prevention: We may use your information to monitor and protect against unauthorized activities, and to ensure the security of our website.

3. How We Protect Your Information

Your privacy is important to us, and we implement various security measures to protect your personal data:

• Data Encryption: We use SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) encryption to protect your sensitive information during transmission.

• Access Control: Only authorized personnel have access to your personal data, and we enforce strict data access controls.

• Security Audits: We regularly audit our systems and practices to ensure the protection of your personal data.

Despite these precautions, please understand that no method of data transmission over the internet or electronic storage can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device to track usage patterns, remember login details, and help us understand how our website is used.

You can control cookie settings through your browser, but disabling cookies may impact the functionality of certain features on our website.

5. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites that are not owned or controlled by Tarpon Springs Yacht Club. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

6. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your data in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us with membership management, reservations, event planning, or payment processing.

• Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law or to comply with legal processes.

7. Your Rights and Choices

• Accessing Your Information: You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you. You can also request corrections or updates to this information.

• Opting-Out: You may opt-out of receiving promotional emails or newsletters at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in the email or contacting us directly.

• Data Deletion: You may request the deletion of your personal information by contacting us. We will comply with such requests in accordance with applicable laws.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. When we make changes, we will post the updated policy on this page and update the "Effective Date" at the top of the page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

9. Contact Information

For questions or concerns regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at:

• Address: 350 N. Spring Blvd., Tarpon Springs, FL 34689

• Phone: (727) 934-21

By using our website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Privacy Policy.