Dive Bermuda Personal Information Privacy Policy

Dive Bermuda is committed to protecting the privacy of our customers and website visitors. This Personal Information Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information in compliance with the Personal Information Protection Act 2016 (PIPA) of Bermuda.

1. What Personal Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information when you interact with us, including but not limited to:

  • Name

  • Contact details (e.g., email address, phone number, mailing address)

  • Date of birth

  • Emergency contact information

  • Diving certification and medical history (as required for dive activities)

  • Payment information

  • Website usage data (e.g., IP address, browser type, pages visited)

2. How We Use Your Personal Information

We collect personal information for the following purposes:

  • To register you for diving activities and courses

  • To ensure your safety and compliance with diving standards

  • To process payments and manage bookings

  • To respond to your inquiries or feedback

  • To send updates about Dive Bermuda events, promotions, or policy changes (with your consent)

  • To improve our services and website functionality

3. Lawful Basis for Processing

We will only process your personal information when:

  • You have given your consent

  • It is necessary for the performance of a contract (e.g., booking a dive trip)

  • It is required to comply with legal obligations

  • It is necessary to protect your vital interests or the safety of others

4. Sharing Your Information

We may share your personal information with third parties only when necessary and with appropriate safeguards, including:

  • Diving certification agencies (e.g., PADI) for processing certifications

  • Medical professionals in case of emergency

  • Payment service providers

  • Legal or regulatory authorities, as required by law

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

5. Retention of Personal Information

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. When information is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted or anonymized.

6. Security of Personal Information

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

7. Your Rights Under PIPPA

Under PIPPA, you have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal information

  • Request correction or deletion of inaccurate information

  • Withdraw consent (where applicable)

  • Object to certain types of processing

  • File a complaint with the Privacy Commissioner if you believe your rights have been violated

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.

8. Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website may use cookies to enhance user experience and collect anonymous analytics data. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website with an updated effective date.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact:

info@bermudascuba.com

+1441 2937319