Last updated: 2026.
1. Data controller
This privacy policy applies to the website sailingaccelerator.com (the “Platform”). The controller of your personal data is Sailing Accelerator. For questions about personal data processing, contact us at info@sailingaccelerator.com.
2. What data we collect
- Registration data: first name, last name, email address, phone number.
- Listing data: trip or boat description, photos, price, location — if you post a trip or register a boat.
- Inquiry data: contact information and message content, when you submit an inquiry about a trip or boat.
- Technical data: IP address, browser type, visit statistics (via cookies).
3. Purpose of processing
- Creating and administering your account;
- Posting and displaying trip and boat listings on the Platform;
- Passing inquiries between the traveler and the captain / boat owner;
- Platform security, fraud and abuse prevention;
- Fulfilling legal obligations.
4. Legal basis
We process data on the basis of your consent (when registering, submitting an inquiry), performance of a contract (using the Platform’s services), and legitimate interest (Platform security and improvement).
5. Data retention period
We retain personal data for as long as necessary for the purposes set out in this policy, or as required by applicable law. Account data is retained while the account is active or until you request its removal.
6. Data transfer to third parties
The contact details you provide when submitting an inquiry about a specific trip or boat are passed to that trip’s organizer or the boat’s owner — this is necessary so they can contact you. We do not sell or transfer data to third parties for marketing purposes.
7. Cookies
The Platform uses essential cookies required for the login session and Platform functionality (e.g. filters, calendar). You can find more information about managing cookies in your browser settings.
8. Your rights
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have the right to:
- Access the personal data we process about you;
- Request correction or deletion of data;
- Restrict or object to data processing;
- Request data portability;
- Lodge a complaint with the State Data Protection Inspectorate (VDAI).
To exercise your rights, contact us at info@sailingaccelerator.com.
9. Changes to this policy
We may update this privacy policy. We will announce material changes on the Platform.