Privacy Policy
Your privacy matters to us. Learn how Yachtiee collects, uses, and protects your personal information.
Last updated: October 13, 2025
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Welcome to Yachtiee, operated by Yachtiee Management FZCO. Your privacy is important to us, and this policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal information when you use our platform and services.
By using Yachtiee, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
Who We Are
Yachtiee is a members-only platform offering exclusive privileges and discounts to professionals in the yachting and cruise industries.
We act as the data controller for the information we collect from you.
Information We Collect
We collect personal information directly from you and automatically when you use our app or website.
2.1 Information You Provide
Account information: name, email, phone number, password
Membership details: subscription tier, payment history, renewal preferences
Professional details: company name, role, or proof of yachting industry affiliation, copy of valid identification documents
Communication: messages, feedback, or support requests
Marketing preferences: newsletter opt-ins or event participation
2.2 Information We Collect Automatically
Device type, browser, IP address, and app usage statistics
Cookies or tracking pixels for analytics and performance
Location data (if you enable location services) to tailor offers near you
How We Use Your Information
We use your personal data to provide and improve our services, including:
| Purpose | Example |
|---|---|
| Account management | Creating and maintaining your membership profile |
| Service delivery | Providing access to offers and member benefits |
| Payment processing | Managing subscriptions, renewals, and receipts |
| Communication | Sending updates, confirmations, and support responses |
| Personalization | Recommending offers based on your interests or region |
| Legal compliance | Meeting our legal or regulatory obligations |
We may also anonymize your data for analytics and platform improvement.
Legal Basis for Processing
We process your data under the following legal bases (in line with UAE and DIFC data laws):
Contractual necessity
To provide you with your Yachtiee membership
Legitimate interests
To improve our services and prevent misuse
Consent
For marketing or optional features (you can withdraw anytime)
Legal obligation
When required by applicable law
International Transfers
Your information may be processed outside the UAE (for example, by cloud hosting providers). When we transfer data internationally, we ensure adequate protection through contractual safeguards and compliance with DIFC Data Protection Law standards.
Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as necessary to:
Maintain your active membership
Comply with legal or accounting obligations
Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
When data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it or communicate with you for updates or action plans.
Your Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
Access
Request a copy of the data we hold about you
Correction
Update or fix inaccurate data
Deletion
Request deletion of your account or personal data
Objection
Opt out of certain processing (like marketing)
Data Portability
Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
You can exercise these rights anytime by emailing admin@yachtiee.ae.
Data Security
We use industry-standard safeguards to protect your data, including:
While we take every reasonable measure, no system is 100% secure, and you acknowledge this inherent risk.
Third-Party Links
Our app and website may contain links to partner sites or external offers. We are not responsible for their privacy practices or content. We recommend reviewing their policies before engaging with them.
Children's Privacy
Yachtiee is not intended for users under 18 years old.
We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If we learn that we have done so, we will promptly delete the data.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our services or the law.
We will notify you of any significant updates via the app or email.
The latest version will always be available at Yachtiee.ae/privacy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us:
Company
Yachtiee Management FZCO
Dubai IFZA, United Arab Emirates