Privacy Policy
Last updated: [22.02.2026]
​
Ecotide (“we”, “our”, or “us”) operates a website offering sailing experiences, including workplace, day sailing, afternoon sailing, overnight stays, and sailing practice sessions. We are committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
1. Information
We may collect and process the following data:
Personal Information
Full name
Email address
Phone number
Booking details (dates, services selected, number of guests)
Identification details, if required for safety or legal compliance
Emergency contact information (for sailing activities)
Payment Information
Payments are processed securely through third-party providers. We do not store full payment details.
Technical Information
IP address
Browser type and device information
Website usage data (via cookies or analytics tools)
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your data to:
Manage and confirm bookings
Communicate important information about your sailing experience
Ensure safety onboard (including emergency preparedness)
Provide customer support
Improve our services and website performance
Send updates or offers (only if you opt in)
​
3. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your data based on:
Contractual necessity (to provide booked services)
Legal obligations (e.g., safety regulations)
Legitimate interests (improving services)
Consent (for marketing communications)
4. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies to:
Ensure website functionality
Analyse traffic and user behaviour
Improve your browsing experience
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings
​
5. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal data.
We may share your data with:
Payment processors
Booking or scheduling tools
Legal authorities, if required
Service providers are necessary to deliver our services
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary:
To fulfill bookings
To comply with legal obligations
For legitimate business purposes
7. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data. However, no online system is completely secure.
8. Your Rights (GDPR)
As a user in the European Union, you have the right to:
Access your personal data
Request correction or deletion
Restrict or object to processing
Withdraw consent at any time
Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
​​
9. Third-Party Services
Our website may use third-party tools (such as analytics or booking systems). These providers process data in accordance with their own privacy policies.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page.
​
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, contact us:
Email: info@ecotide.mt
Business Name: Ecotide Floating Experience