Privacy Policy
Effective Date: [November 28, 2024]
Last Updated: [April 8, 2025]
This Privacy Policy explains how Aquatic SEO ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, discloses, and protects your personal information when you visit our website at https://aquaticseo.com, communicate with us, or use any of our services.
1. Who We Are
Aquatic SEO is a digital marketing agency specializing in SEO, PPC, and conversion optimization for marine industry businesses. Our contact details:
- Email: marketing@aquaticseo.com
- Website: https://aquaticseo.com
- Address: [Charleston, SC]
2. Scope of This Policy
This policy applies to information we collect from website visitors, clients, prospects, and service providers. It does not apply to third-party sites.
3. Information We Collect
A. Voluntarily Provided
- Identifiers (name, email, phone, etc.)
- Communication data
- Commercial and transaction data
- Login credentials (if applicable)
B. Automatically Collected
- Browser, device, OS, IP address
- Cookie identifiers
- Behavior and page activity
- Location (via IP or device)
4. How We Use Your Information
- Respond to inquiries and provide services
- Onboard and communicate with clients
- Analyze performance and improve UX
- Send newsletters and marketing materials
- Comply with legal obligations and prevent fraud
5. Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR)
- Consent
- Contractual necessity
- Legal obligation
- Legitimate interest
6. How We Share Information
- With service providers under contract
- In business transfers (e.g., M&A)
- To comply with legal obligations
7. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies for analytics, performance, and personalization. You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings.
8. Data Retention
We retain your data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy and comply with legal requirements.
9. Data Security
We implement physical, technical, and administrative measures to safeguard your data. No system is completely secure, but we act promptly in the event of a breach.
10. Your Rights and Choices
You may have the right to:
- Access or correct your data
- Request deletion
- Opt out of marketing
- Object to certain processing
To exercise your rights, email us at hello@aquaticseo.com with the subject line: “Privacy Request – [Your State/Country]”.
11. Your State Privacy Rights
Residents of certain U.S. states have additional privacy rights under state laws:
Virginia (VCDPA)
Virginia residents have the right to access, correct, delete, or obtain a copy of their personal data. You also have the right to opt out of the processing of your personal data for targeted advertising or sales. To exercise these rights, please contact us at hello@aquaticseo.com.
Florida (Florida Digital Bill of Rights)
While Aquatic SEO does not meet the revenue or data thresholds to be covered by the Florida Digital Bill of Rights, we respect your privacy. If you are a Florida resident and have a question or request about your data, please email us.
South Carolina & Maryland
These states currently do not have comprehensive consumer privacy laws. However, Aquatic SEO voluntarily upholds high privacy standards and honors access or deletion requests upon verification of identity.
If you reside in a U.S. state with emerging privacy legislation, we will update this section as those laws go into effect.
12. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you believe we have done so, please contact us immediately.
13. International Users
If you access our site from outside the U.S., your information may be transferred to and processed in the U.S. under applicable safeguards.
14. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page. Continued use of the site indicates your agreement to any changes.
15. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this policy or your personal data, please contact:
- Email: marketing@aquaticseo.com
- Website: https://aquaticseo.com