SportFishTrader ("we," "us," or "our") operates sportfishtrader.com (the "Platform"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Platform, use our services, or engage with our marketplace for offshore fishing boats.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing or using our Platform, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the Platform.
Information We Collect
1. Personal Information You Provide
We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:
Register an account: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, username, and password
Create a listing: Boat details, photographs, contact information, location data, and pricing information
Subscribe to services: Payment information (processed securely through Stripe), billing address, and subscription preferences
Contact us: Name, email address, phone number, and message content
Apply as a broker: Professional credentials, licenses, business information, and verification documents
Participate in auctions: Bidding history, purchase information, and transaction records
Use our API: API key usage data, request logs, and integration information
2. Automatically Collected Information
When you access our Platform, we automatically collect certain information, including:
Device Information: IP address, browser type and version, operating system, device identifiers
Usage Data: Pages viewed, time spent on pages, links clicked, search queries, and navigation patterns
Location Data: General geographic location based on IP address
Log Data: Server logs, error reports, and performance metrics
Cookies and Tracking Technologies: As described in our Cookie Policy below
3. Information from Third Parties
Authentication Providers: If you register using Google or other social login, we receive your name, email, and profile information
Payment Processors: Stripe provides us with transaction data and payment confirmation
Business Partners: Brokerages, builders, and partners may share information relevant to listings and transactions
Public Sources: Publicly available information about boats, brokers, and businesses
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
Service Delivery & Account Management
Create and manage your account
Process transactions and subscriptions
Facilitate boat listings, auctions, and marketplace activities
Verify broker credentials and business information
Platform Improvement & Analytics
Analyze usage patterns and user behavior
Improve Platform functionality and user experience
Develop new features and services
Conduct research and analytics
Monitor and prevent fraud, abuse, and security threats
Marketing & Communications
Send promotional emails about new listings, features, and updates (with your consent)
Provide personalized recommendations based on your interests
Conduct surveys and gather feedback
Display targeted advertisements (subject to your preferences)
Legal & Compliance
Comply with legal obligations and regulatory requirements
Enforce our Terms of Service and other agreements
Protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property
Resolve disputes and investigate complaints
How We Share Your Information
We may share your information in the following circumstances:
Public Information
Boat listings, broker profiles, and brokerage information are publicly visible on our Platform. This information may be indexed by search engines and shared on social media.
Service Providers
We share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, including:
Email Services: Mailgun/SendGrid (for transactional and marketing emails)
Cloud Hosting: Firebase/Google Cloud (for data storage and infrastructure)
Analytics: Google Analytics (for usage tracking and insights)
Customer Support: Tools that help us provide support services
Business Partners
Brokers and brokerages associated with listings
Boat builders and manufacturers for verification purposes
Photography services (Voyage Photography) for professional listing photos
Financing partners when you request financing information
Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to:
Court orders, subpoenas, or legal processes
Requests from government authorities or law enforcement
Protection of our rights, safety, or property
Investigation of fraud, security issues, or violations of our Terms
Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, bankruptcy, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the business transaction.
With Your Consent
We may share your information with other parties when you provide explicit consent or direction to do so.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our Platform:
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies: Necessary for Platform functionality, authentication, and security
Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our Platform (Google Analytics)
Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
Advertising Cookies: Deliver personalized advertisements based on your interests
Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect Platform functionality and your user experience. Most browsers allow you to:
View and delete cookies
Block third-party cookies
Block cookies from specific websites
Block all cookies
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
Encryption of data in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
Encryption of sensitive data at rest
Firebase Authentication with secure password hashing
Regular security audits and monitoring
Access controls and authentication requirements
Secure API key management
Regular backups and disaster recovery procedures
However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
General Rights
Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal obligations)
Portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format
Objection: Object to processing of your information for certain purposes
Restriction: Request restriction of processing in certain circumstances
Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for marketing communications or data processing
California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act:
Right to know what personal information is collected, used, shared, or sold
Right to delete personal information (subject to exceptions)
Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights
Note: We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
European Privacy Rights (GDPR)
If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation:
Right to access your personal data
Right to rectification of inaccurate data
Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
Right to restriction of processing
Right to data portability
Right to object to processing
Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
Exercising Your Rights
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at contact@sportfishtrader.com. We will respond to your request within 30 days (or as required by applicable law).
Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:
Provide our services and maintain your account
Comply with legal obligations (e.g., tax, accounting requirements)
Resolve disputes and enforce our agreements
Maintain business records and analytics
When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information, except where we are required to retain it for legal or legitimate business purposes. Publicly posted content (such as listings) may remain accessible in search engine caches or archives.
Children's Privacy
Our Platform is not intended for children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately. We will take steps to delete such information from our systems.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that are different from the laws of your country.
We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international data transfers, including:
Standard contractual clauses approved by the European Commission
Compliance with the EU-U.S. Privacy Shield Framework (where applicable)
Adherence to other recognized transfer mechanisms
Third-Party Websites and Services
Our Platform may contain links to third-party websites, services, or advertisements. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers support a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature. Our Platform does not currently respond to DNT signals. We continue to work on implementing DNT compliance as industry standards develop.
Marketing Communications
We may send you promotional emails about new listings, features, events, and special offers. You can opt out of marketing communications at any time by:
Clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any marketing email
Updating your email preferences in your account settings
Please note that even if you opt out of marketing communications, we will still send you transactional emails related to your account, purchases, and service updates.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes, we will:
Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
Notify you via email or Platform notification for material changes
Obtain your consent if required by applicable law
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
For general inquiries, please visit our Contact page.
Your Consent
By using our Platform, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described herein.