Privacy Policy
St Augustine Marina Inc.
staugmarinainc.com
Effective Date: November 25, 2025
Last Updated: November 25, 2025
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1. Introduction
St Augustine Marina, Inc. (“we,” “us,” “our,” or “St Augustine Marina”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website staugmarinainc.com (the “Site”).
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using our Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the Site.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide to Us
We may collect information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:
– Fill out contact forms on our Site
– Send us emails or other communications
– Submit inquiries, comments, or feedback
– Subscribe to newsletters or mailing lists
This information may include:
– Name
– Email address
– Phone number
– Message content or inquiry details
– Any other information you choose to provide
**Note:** St Augustine Marina does not offer user account creation, registration services, or payment processing through our website.
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our Site, we automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing activity, including:
– IP address
– Browser type and version
– Operating system
– Referring website addresses
– Pages viewed and time spent on pages
– Date and time of visits
– Device information
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
3.1 What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. Cookies allow the website to recognize your device and remember certain information about your preferences or past actions.
3.2 Types of Cookies We Use
St Augustine Marina uses the following types of cookies:
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the Site to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas of the website. The Site cannot function properly without these cookies.
Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use our Site, such as which pages are visited most often and whether users receive error messages. These cookies help us improve the performance and functionality of our Site. Information collected by these cookies is aggregated and anonymous.
Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow our Site to remember choices you make (such as your preferred language or region) and provide enhanced, personalized features.
Advertising and Marketing Cookies
These cookies may be used to deliver relevant advertisements and marketing communications. They track your browsing habits and may be set by third-party advertising networks with our permission.
3.3 Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party service providers who set cookies on our Site to provide analytics and other services. These third parties include:
– Google Analytics: To analyze Site traffic and user behavior
– Social Media Platforms: To enable social media sharing features
– Advertising Networks: To deliver targeted advertisements
These third-party cookies are subject to the respective privacy policies of these external services. St. Augustine Marina does not have control of nor the ability to govern or otherwise influence the storage or distribution of any data disclosed to our third party service providers. Please reference third party terms of service and privacy policies prior to interacting with or signing up with any third party platform, advertiser, or affiliated service provider. Any data provided during registration, payment processing, or account creation is not directly available to St. Augustine Marina staff.
3.4 How Long Do Cookies Last?
Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser.
Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. The duration varies depending on the cookie’s purpose.
3.5 Managing Cookies
You have the right to accept or reject cookies. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can modify your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer. You can also delete cookies that have already been set.
To manage cookies:
-Browser Settings: Adjust your browser settings to block or delete cookies
– Opt-Out Tools: Use industry opt-out tools for advertising cookies
– Do Not Track: Enable “Do Not Track” signals in your browser
Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our Site and limit your user experience.
Browser-Specific Cookie Management:
– Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
– Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
– Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
– Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies and site data
4. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
– To respond to your inquiries and communicate with you
– To provide information about our marina services and facilities
– To improve our Site and services
– To analyze Site usage and trends
– To send newsletters, updates, and promotional materials (with your consent)
– To comply with legal obligations
– To protect against fraudulent or illegal activity
5. User-Submitted Content
5.1 Submission of Content
When you submit content to us through contact forms, email, or other communication methods (collectively, “User Content”), you grant St Augustine Marina certain rights to use that content as described in this section.
5.2 Types of User Content
User Content may include:
– Contact form submissions
– Email correspondence
– Feedback and comments
– Inquiries and requests
– Testimonials or reviews
– Photos or other media you voluntarily share
5.3 License to User Content
By submitting User Content to St Augustine Marina, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable, and fully sublicensable right to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, create derivative works from, distribute, and display such content throughout the world in any media for purposes related to our business operations, including marketing and promotional purposes.
5.4 Ownership and Responsibility
You retain ownership of any User Content you submit. However, you represent and warrant that:
– You own or have the necessary rights to the User Content you submit
– Your User Content does not violate any third-party rights, including intellectual property rights, privacy rights, or publicity rights
– Your User Content is accurate and not misleading
– Your User Content does not contain defamatory, obscene, offensive, or illegal material
– Your User Content does not contain viruses, malware, or other harmful code
5.5 No Obligation to Use
St Augustine Marina has no obligation to use, display, or respond to any User Content you submit. We reserve the right to remove, edit, or refuse to post any User Content at our sole discretion.
5.6 Testimonials and Reviews
If you provide testimonials or reviews, you consent to us using your name, city, and the content of your testimonial in our marketing materials, website, and other promotional channels. If you wish to update or remove a testimonial, please contact us using the information provided below.
5.7 No Confidentiality
Unless otherwise agreed in writing, User Content you submit is not considered confidential. Do not submit any information you wish to remain confidential or proprietary. For this reason, we do not accept User Submitted content depicting minors (persons under the age of 18) without explicit, written consent from the parent or legal guardian of the underage subject.
5.8 Florida Law Compliance
This Privacy Policy and our handling of User Content complies with applicable Florida state laws, including but not limited to the Florida Information Protection Act of 2014 (Florida Statutes § 501.171) and Florida’s Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act.
6. How We Share Your Information
St Augustine Marina does not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
Service Providers: We may share information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Site, conducting our business, or servicing you, provided those parties agree to keep this information confidential.
Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., court orders, subpoenas, or government agencies).
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
Protection of Rights: We may disclose information when we believe it is necessary to protect our rights, property, or safety, or the rights, property, or safety of others.
7. Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. 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.
Security measures we employ include:
– Secure server infrastructure
– Encryption of data in transit
– Access controls and authentication
– Regular security assessments
8. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites, services, or resources that are not owned or controlled by St Augustine Marina. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our Site is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will take steps to delete such information.
10. Your Privacy Rights
10.1 Florida Residents
Under Florida law, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:
– The right to request access to the personal information we hold about you
– The right to request correction of inaccurate information
– The right to request deletion of your personal information (subject to certain exceptions)
– The right to opt-out of marketing communications
10.2 Exercising Your Rights
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable law.
10.3 Opt-Out of Marketing
You may opt out of receiving promotional emails from us at any time by:
– Clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any promotional email
– Contacting us directly with your opt-out request
Please note that even if you opt out of marketing communications, we may still send you non-promotional messages related to your inquiries or our business relationship.
11. Do Not Track Signals
Some web browsers incorporate a “Do Not Track” (DNT) feature that signals to websites you visit that you do not want to have your online activity tracked. Our Site does not currently respond to DNT signals. However, you can manage cookies and tracking through your browser settings as described in Section 3.5.
12. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.
13. California Privacy Rights Notice
If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). For information about your California privacy rights, please contact us.
14. International Users
Our Site is operated in the United States and is intended for users located in the United States. If you are accessing our Site from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located and our central database is operated. By using our Site, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States.
15. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. When we make changes, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy. If we make material changes, we may provide additional notice, such as posting a notice on our Site’s homepage or sending you an email notification.
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information. Your continued use of the Site after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
16. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
St Augustine Marina, Inc.*
Email: ad***@************nc.com
Phone: (1) 904-829-8155
Address: 245 Vilano Rd
St. Augustine, Florida 32084
Website: staugmarinainc.com
We will make every effort to respond to your inquiry promptly and address any concerns you may have.
17. Governing Law
This Privacy Policy is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising from this Privacy Policy shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in St. Johns County, Florida.
Individual Usage Agreement
By using the St Augustine Marina website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy and terms of use agreement as outlined within these pages.