{"id":639,"date":"2025-11-24T12:33:19","date_gmt":"2025-11-24T12:33:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/diventureshub.com\/club\/?page_id=639"},"modified":"2025-12-26T23:30:55","modified_gmt":"2025-12-26T23:30:55","slug":"privacy-policy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/diventureshub.com\/club\/privacy-policy\/","title":{"rendered":"PRIVACY POLICY"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Privacy Policy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Diventures Club<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Last updated: 27.12.2025<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Introduction<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Diventures Club (\u201cwe\u201d, \u201cus\u201d, \u201cour\u201d) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This Privacy Policy explains how personal data is collected, used, stored, and shared when you use the Diventures Club platform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Diventures Club is operated by <strong>Diventures Magazine LTD<\/strong>, a company registered in the United Kingdom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udce7 Contact: <strong><a>club@diventureshub.com<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This policy applies to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Customers (divers)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Service providers (dive centers, instructors, divemasters, commercial diving schools)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Website visitors<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Data Controller<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For the purposes of data protection laws, including <strong>UK GDPR<\/strong> and <strong>EU GDPR<\/strong>, the data controller is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Diventures Magazine LTD<\/strong><br>United Kingdom<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Personal Data We Collect<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3.1 Customer Data<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We may collect:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Full name<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Email address<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Phone number<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Country of residence<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Booking details<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Communication records<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dispute or complaint information<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3.2 Service Provider Data<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We may collect:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Business or personal name<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contact details<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Service listings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Certification and licensing information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Insurance confirmation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bank account details for payouts via Wise<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3.3 Payment Data<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Payments are processed by <strong>Stripe<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>We do <strong>not<\/strong> store full card numbers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stripe may collect payment identifiers and transaction details<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3.4 Technical &amp; Usage Data<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>IP address<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Browser type<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Device information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pages visited<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Date and time of access<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. How We Use Your Data<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We use personal data to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Operate and manage the platform<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Process bookings and payments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Communicate with users<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Facilitate payouts to service providers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Handle cancellations, refunds, and disputes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensure platform security<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Comply with legal obligations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We process personal data under the following legal bases:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Contractual necessity<\/strong> (to provide bookings and payouts)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Legal obligation<\/strong> (financial, tax, compliance)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Legitimate interest<\/strong> (platform operation, fraud prevention)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Consent<\/strong> (marketing communications, where applicable)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Payments &amp; Financial Processing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6.1 Stripe<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Customer payments are processed securely by <strong>Stripe<\/strong>.<br>Stripe acts as an independent data controller for payment processing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stripe Privacy Policy:<br><a href=\"https:\/\/stripe.com\/privacy\">https:\/\/stripe.com\/privacy<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6.2 Wise<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Service provider payouts are processed via <strong>Wise<\/strong>.<br>Providers must supply valid bank details for payout purposes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wise Privacy Policy:<br><a>https:\/\/wise.com\/privacy<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Diventures Club does not use bank details for any purpose other than payouts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Marketplace &amp; Data Sharing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We may share limited data with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Service providers (to fulfill bookings)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Payment processors (Stripe)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Payout providers (Wise)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Legal or regulatory authorities (if required by law)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>We <strong>do not sell or rent personal data<\/strong> to third parties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. <a href=\"https:\/\/diventureshub.com\/club\/cookies-policy\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"641\">Cookies &amp; Tracking Technologies<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Diventures Club uses cookies and similar technologies to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Enable core website functionality<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Analyze usage and performance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Improve user experience<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Types of Cookies Used:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Essential cookies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Analytics cookies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Functional cookies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Advertising cookies may be used if enabled and subject to user consent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. International Data Transfers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As a global platform, personal data may be transferred outside the UK or EU.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Where such transfers occur, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including standard contractual clauses where required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Data Retention<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fulfill contractual obligations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Comply with legal and financial requirements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Resolve disputes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>After this period, data is securely deleted or anonymized.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">11. Your Rights Under GDPR<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You have the right to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Access your personal data<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Request correction of inaccurate data<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Request deletion of data (where applicable)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Restrict or object to processing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Request data portability<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Withdraw consent at any time<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>To exercise your rights, contact:<br>\ud83d\udce7 <strong><a>club@diventureshub.com<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12. Security Measures<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We use appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Secure servers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Access controls<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Encrypted connections<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Limited staff access<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>However, no system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">13. Children\u2019s Privacy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Diventures Club is not intended for children under the age of 18.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors without verified parental consent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">14. Third-Party Links<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Our platform may contain links to third-party websites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">15. Changes to This Policy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Changes take effect once published on the platform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">16. Contact Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For privacy-related questions or requests:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udce7 <strong><a>club@diventureshub.com<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Privacy Policy Diventures Club Last updated: 27.12.2025 1. 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