Good Captain Sailing School
Last updated: Nov 1, 2025
Good Captain Sailing School (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your personal data and your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you use our website, attend our training programs, or request certification.
1. Who We Are
Good Captain Sailing School operates sailing training courses and certification programs in Bulgaria and internationally.
Legal Entity: Good Captain OOD
Email: ahoy@ggsailing.com
Phone: +359 (89) 5721917
Website: ggsailing.com
2. Personal Data We Collect
We collect the following categories of data:
Information you provide
- Full name
- Date of birth
- Nationality
- Contact information (email, phone)
- Address (if required for certification)
- Identification documents (when required for issuing licenses)
- Medical or fitness declarations (if required for training safety)
- Payment details (processed via secure third parties – we do not store credit card numbers)
Information collected automatically
- IP address
- Browser type & device information
- Cookies usage data
- Website analytics
Course-related data
- Attendance records
- Exam results
- Certification and licensing details (e.g., ISSA certificates, VHF SRC credentials)
3. Why We Collect Your Data
We use your personal data to:
| Purpose | Example |
|---|---|
| Provide sailing training | Course registration & communication |
| Issue international licenses | ISSA certification & VHF SRC issuance |
| Legal compliance | Maritime education and safety requirements |
| Process payments | Tuition fees, booking confirmations |
| Improve our services | Analytics & feedback forms |
| Marketing communication (optional) | Updates, promotions, newsletters |
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We collect and process your personal data under:
- Contract necessity (course registrations, certifications)
- Legal obligations (maritime training records)
- Legitimate interest (improving services & ensuring safety)
- Consent (marketing communication, media/photos)
5. Sharing Your Data
We may share your data with:
- International Sailing Schools Association (ISSA) for license issuance
- Maritime authorities (when required)
- VHF SRC certification bodies
- Payment providers (e.g., Stripe, bank services)
- IT service providers (website hosting, email systems)
We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties.
6. Data Storage & Security
We store your data securely and take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect it.
Personal data is retained:
- For active student accounts & licensing lifespan
- As required by maritime and educational regulations
- Up to 5 years after course completion unless longer required by law
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your data
- Request correction or deletion
- Withdraw consent (for marketing & optional data)
- Receive a copy of your data
- File a complaint with Bulgarian data authority (CPDP)
8. Cookies & Tracking
We may use cookies and analytics tools to:
- Improve site performance
- Understand user behavior
- Personalize content
You may disable cookies in your browser settings.
9. Photos & Video Policy
We may take photos/videos during training sessions for promotional purposes.
You will always have the choice to:
- Opt-in or opt-out
- Request removal of media where you appear
10. International Data Transfers
If needed, your data may be transferred to certification bodies located outside the EU.
We ensure secure transfer and compliance with GDPR standards.
11. Updates to this Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.
Updated versions will be posted on our website with a revision date.