Privacy Policy

Introduction

Cay Michele Charters, LLC (d/b/a Teal Tide Sailing, "we," "us," or "our") operates tealtidesailing.com (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Site.

Information We Collect

Information you provide:

• Name, email address, and phone number when you submit a contact or booking form
• Any additional information you include in messages to us

Information collected automatically:

• Device type, browser type, and operating system
• IP address and approximate geographic location
• Pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring URLs
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see below)

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Respond to inquiries and process charter bookings
• Improve our Site and understand how visitors use it
• Deliver and measure the effectiveness of advertising
• Comply with legal obligations

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our Site uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and collect usage data. The following third-party services place cookies on your device:

Google Analytics 4 (GA4)

We use GA4 to analyze Site traffic and user behavior. GA4 collects data such as pages visited, session duration, device information, and approximate location. Google may use this data in accordance with its own Privacy Policy. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Meta Pixel (Facebook Pixel)

We use the Meta Pixel to measure the effectiveness of our advertising on Facebook and Instagram, and to deliver targeted ads. The Meta Pixel collects data about your activity on our Site, including pages visited and actions taken. This data is shared with Meta Platforms, Inc. and is subject to Meta's Privacy Policy. You can manage your ad preferences through your Facebook Ad Settings.

Your Choices

Browser settings: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through their settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect Site functionality.

Do Not Track: Our Site does not currently respond to "Do Not Track" browser signals.

Opt-out links: Use the Google and Meta opt-out tools linked above to control tracking by those services.

How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data with:

• Service providers: Third-party tools that help us operate the Site (e.g., analytics, advertising, hosting)
• Legal requirements: When required by law, subpoena, or legal process
• Business transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy or as required by law. Analytics data is retained according to the default retention settings of each third-party service.

Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

Children's Privacy

Our Site is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such data, please contact us so we can delete it.

Third-Party Links

Our Site may link to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
noah@tealtidesailing.com
Cay Michele Charters, LLC
4630 29th Ave S, Gulfport, FL