## 1. Introduction
GlobalBoats.world (“GlobalBoats”, “we”, “us”) operates a global digital marketplace and infrastructure platform for the listing, discovery, and exchange of boats and maritime assets.
We are committed to protecting your personal data and processing it in a transparent, lawful, and secure manner.
This Privacy Notice applies to:
- all users of our website and services
- all interactions with GlobalBoats (including listings, profiles, and communications)
- all related digital services, APIs, and interfaces
(collectively, the “Services”).
## 2. Role and Legal Qualification
For the purposes of data protection law:
- GlobalBoats acts as Data Controller under the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
- and as a Business under applicable U.S. privacy laws (e.g. CCPA)
## 3. Scope of This Notice
This Privacy Notice explains:
- what personal data we collect
- how and why we process it
- how long we retain it
- when we share it
- your rights
It does not apply to:
- job applications (separate policy)
- internal employee data
## 4. Definition of Personal Data
“Personal Data” means any information that identifies or can reasonably be linked to an individual.
This includes, for example:
- name, email, phone number
- account identifiers
- listing and transaction data
- technical identifiers (IP, device, logs)
## 5. How We Collect Data
We collect personal data in the following situations:
### Directly from you
- account registration
- profile creation
- listing creation
- contacting other users (leads)
- customer support
### Automatically
- website usage
- API interactions
- device and browser information
### From third parties (limited cases)
- payment providers
- infrastructure providers
- business data providers (where legally permitted)
## 6. What Data We Collect
### 6.1 Account & Identity Data
- name
- email
- phone (optional)
- login identifiers
### 6.2 Marketplace Data
- listings (boats, specifications, pricing)
- images and media
- messages and inquiries (leads)
This reflects the platform architecture where listings are market offers and not merely static objects.
### 6.3 Transaction & Billing Data
- subscription status
- payment references (via Stripe or similar providers)
- invoices and billing addresses
Financial processing is structured via product-based subscriptions and transactions.
### 6.4 Technical Data
- IP address
- browser type
- device information
- log data
### 6.5 Location Data
- listing location (country, city, coordinates)
- optional device-based location
## 7. How We Use Your Data
We process personal data to:
### Core Platform Operation
- create and manage accounts
- publish and manage listings
- enable buyer–seller communication (lead generation)
### Service Delivery
- provide search, filtering, and discovery
- display listings globally
### Transactions & Billing
- process payments
- manage subscriptions
- enforce product entitlements
### Security & Integrity
- detect fraud and abuse
- enforce platform rules
- protect users and infrastructure
### Product Improvement
- analyze usage patterns
- improve search and UX
### Communication
- send service-related notifications
- respond to support requests
## 8. Legal Basis (GDPR)
We rely on the following legal bases:
- Contract performance (Art. 6(1)(b))
- Legal obligation (Art. 6(1)(c))
- Legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f))
- Consent (Art. 6(1)(a)) where required
## 9. Sharing of Data
We only share personal data where necessary:
### With other users
- when you contact a seller or buyer
- when publishing listings
### With service providers
- hosting and infrastructure
- payment providers
- analytics providers
### Legal & compliance
- if required by law
- to prevent fraud or abuse
### Business transfers
- in case of merger, acquisition, or restructuring
## 10. International Data Transfers
Data may be processed outside the EU/EEA.
We ensure appropriate safeguards, including:
- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
- equivalent legal protections
## 11. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary:
### Account data
- until account deletion
### Listings & marketplace data
- active duration + limited retention for legal/compliance
### Billing data
- according to tax and financial obligations
### Support communication
- typically up to 12–24 months
Account deletion triggers structured anonymization and deactivation flows across systems.
## 12. Cookies & Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- enable core functionality
- analyze usage
- improve performance
A separate Cookie Notice provides detailed information.
## 13. Security
We implement technical and organizational measures including:
- access control
- encryption where appropriate
- audit logging
- separation of IAM and marketplace data
The platform architecture separates identity and marketplace data across systems for security and scalability.
## 14. Your Rights (GDPR)
You have the right to:
- access your data
- correct inaccurate data
- delete your data
- restrict processing
- object to processing
- data portability
- withdraw consent
You may also lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.
## 15. Additional Rights (US Residents)
Depending on jurisdiction, you may have rights to:
- access personal data
- delete data
- opt-out of sale/sharing
- non-discrimination
## 16. Third-Party Links
Our Services may link to third-party websites.
We are not responsible for their privacy practices.
## 17. Children
Our Services are not intended for children under 16.
## 18. Changes to This Notice
We may update this Privacy Notice from time to time.
Material changes will be communicated appropriately.
## 19. Contact
For privacy-related inquiries:
privacy@globalboats.world
(or designated data protection contact)