Privacy Policy

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Welcome to Sport Diving Gear (“we”, “our”, or “us”). We are committed to protecting your privacy with the same dedication we bring to crafting premium diving equipment. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website usdivingadventures.com.

By accessing our site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected].

1. Information We Collect

We collect several types of information to provide and improve our service to divers worldwide:

Personal Data

• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, shipping address
• Payment Information: Credit/debit card details (processed securely through our payment processors), PayPal information
• Account Details: Username, password (hashed), purchase history
• Professional Diver Information: Business details for commercial purchases

Non-Personal Data

• Browser type and version
• Pages visited and time spent on site
• IP address and general location (country/region)
• Device information

2. How We Use Your Information

Your data helps us serve the global diving community more effectively:

• Process transactions and deliver your diving equipment
• Provide customer support for your diving adventures
• Improve our website and product offerings
• Prevent fraud and enhance security
• Send order confirmations and shipping updates
• Communicate about promotions or new diving gear (with your consent)
• Comply with legal obligations

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We value your trust and only share information when necessary:

• Service Providers: Payment processors, shipping carriers, and IT support
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In case of merger, acquisition, or asset sale

We never sell your personal information to third parties.

4. Data Storage and Security

We protect your data with the same rigor we apply to our diving equipment:

• All transactions use 256-bit SSL encryption
• Payment details are tokenized and never stored on our servers
• Regular security audits to maintain industry standards
• Data stored on secure servers with limited access

While we implement strong security measures, no internet transmission is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but we continuously work to protect your information.

5. Your Rights

As a valued member of our diving community, you have rights regarding your data:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Update inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request erasure of your data (subject to legal requirements)
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
• Restriction: Limit how we use your data
• Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected].

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for site functionality and transactions
• Performance Cookies: Help us improve our website
• Marketing Cookies: Used with consent for personalized ads

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain site features.

7. International Data Transfers

As we serve divers globally, your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your own. We ensure all transfers comply with applicable data protection laws.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices. We’ll notify you of significant changes by posting the new policy on our site with an updated “Last Updated” date.