Effective Date: January 1st 2020

Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information: Such as your name, address, phone number, email address, and date of birth.

• Diving and Certification Information: Including medical forms, certification records, and course progress details.

• Scouting Information: For merit badge programs, we may collect information necessary to facilitate badge completion.

• Website Usage Information: We use Google Analytics to collect data about your interactions with our website, such as pages visited, frequency of visits, and general location information. This helps us optimize our site and enhance user experience.

• Server Logs: We automatically receive and record information from your browser, including your IP address, cookie information, and the page you requested.

Cookies

We may set and access cookies on your computer to improve your experience with our website and services.

• Third-Party Cookies: Other companies’ use of their cookies is subject to their own privacy policies. Advertisers or other companies do not have access to our cookies.

• Online Advertising: We use third-party vendors, such as Google, to enhance our online advertising efforts and serve relevant advertisements, some of which are based on information provided by cookies.

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Process and manage scuba diving courses, certifications, and related activities.

• Administer Scuba Diving Merit Badge programs.

• Communicate with you about services, scheduling, and certifications.

• Maintain records as required by scuba certification agencies or governing bodies.

• Optimize our website and improve user experience.

Data Sharing

We do not share, sell, or distribute your personal information to any third party, except:

• When required by scuba certification agencies to process certifications (e.g., SDI).

• If legally required to comply with law enforcement or regulatory requests.

Data Protection

We implement appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Request access to the personal information we hold about you.

• Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete information.

• Withdraw consent for the use of your data (note: this may impact our ability to provide services).

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The latest version will always be available on our website.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us at:

Aquatic Ventures LLC dba Scuba Adventures

By interacting with us, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

Note: This consolidated privacy policy integrates elements from both provided policies. Ensure that all information is accurate and tailored to your organization’s specific practices before use.