Privacy Policy – NauticSMART
Last updated: May 16, 2025
1. Introduction
At NauticSMART, we are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data in accordance with Quebec’s Law 25, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and industry best practices. This policy explains what personal data we collect, why we collect it, how it’s used, and your rights as a user.
2. Who we are
The NauticSMART mobile application is developed and operated by [Legal entity name, e.g., NauticSMART Inc.], located at [full address].
For any privacy-related questions:
📧 Email: [email protected]
📍 Privacy Officer: Francis Beaulieu
3. Personal data we collect
a) Data you provide
- First and last name
- Email address
- Encrypted password
- Sailing skill level
- Progress history, completed quizzes, and results
b) Technical data
- Device type and OS
- IP address and general location
- App usage data (e.g., time spent, pages viewed)
c) Data collected with explicit consent
- Push notification preferences
- Anonymous usage statistics to improve the app
4. How we use your data
We use your data to:
- Provide you with personalized access to your learning path
- Track your progress and adapt content to your needs
- Send you updates or relevant notifications
- Improve the user experience and resolve technical issues
- Offer technical support
- Send marketing communications only with your explicit consent
5. Data sharing
We never sell or rent your personal data. Data may only be shared:
- With your affiliated sailing school or club, if you signed up using a partner code — strictly for educational purposes
- With third-party service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics) under strict confidentiality agreements
- When required by law or legal order
6. Storage and security
Your data is hosted on secure servers in Canada or in jurisdictions recognized as having adequate privacy protections.
We use advanced security protocols (encryption, access restrictions, logging) to protect your data at all times.
7. Your rights
Under Law 25 and GDPR, you have the following rights:
- Right to access – View the data we hold about you
- Right to rectify – Correct inaccurate information
- Right to erasure – Request deletion of your data
- Right to withdraw consent – At any time, without justification
- Right to data portability – Receive a copy of your data in a structured format
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [email protected]
8. Data retention
We retain your data as long as your account is active. You can delete your account at any time within the app or by contacting us directly.
9. Consent
Upon first launch of the app, you will be asked to provide clear consent for data use. You can withdraw this consent at any time in your profile settings.
10. Policy updates
We may occasionally update this policy. Significant changes will be communicated to users through the app.
Terms of Use – NauticSMART
1. Acceptance of terms
By downloading or using NauticSMART, you agree to these Terms of Use.
2. App usage
You agree to:
- Use the app legally and respectfully
- Not attempt to bypass security features
- Not reproduce or redistribute content without permission
3. Intellectual property
All educational content, designs, logos, text, and technology within the app belong to NauticSMART Inc. or its partners and are protected by law.
4. Subscription and payments
Full access to NauticSMART requires a monthly or annual subscription. No refunds will be issued after 14 days of usage, except where required by law.
5. Account suspension
NauticSMART reserves the right to suspend any account that violates these terms.
6. Limitation of liability
NauticSMART cannot be held responsible for the misinterpretation or misuse of its content. The app is an educational supplement and does not replace in-person, certified sailing training.
7. Governing law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the province of Quebec. In case of dispute, the judicial district of Montreal will have jurisdiction.