Cookie Policy

Effective Date: February 1st 2026
Last Updated: March 1st 2026

Blue Ocean Sailing Expeditions & Exploration Inc. (“we,” “our,” or “us”) operates www.blueoceansailingexpeditions.com (the “Website”).

This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies in compliance with applicable laws including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA), and Google consent requirements.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, improve performance, analyze usage, and personalize content.

Cookies may be:

Session Cookies – Deleted when you close your browser
Persistent Cookies – Remain stored for a defined period
First-Party Cookies – Set by our website
Third-Party Cookies – Set by service providers we use

2. Types of Cookies We Use

A. Strictly Necessary Cookies (Essential)

These cookies are required for the Website to function.

Examples may include:

Security authentication
Fraud prevention
Form submission functionality
Donation processing through Donorbox
Load balancing

These cookies cannot be disabled.

B. Performance & Analytics Cookies

We may use analytics services such as:

Google Analytics
Wix Analytics

These cookies help us understand:

Pages visited
Time spent on site
Referral sources
Device type
Geographic region (general)

This data is aggregated and anonymized where possible.

C. Functional Cookies

These cookies remember preferences such as:

Language settings
Cookie consent choices
Form autofill preferences

D. Marketing & Third-Party Cookies

If enabled, we may use:

Google Ads tracking
Social media plugins
Embedded video platforms (e.g., YouTube)
Donorbox payment services

These services may place cookies on your device when interacting with embedded content or donation forms.

3. Cookies Used by Third Parties

We may use trusted third-party services including:

Wix.com (website hosting and functionality)
Donorbox (donation processing)
Stripe or ACH processors
Google Analytics
Google Tag Manager

These providers may collect information according to their own privacy and cookie policies.

We do not sell personal data.

4. Your Consent Choices (GDPR & CPRA)

If you are located in:

The European Economic Area (EEA)
The United Kingdom
California

You have the right to:

Accept or reject non-essential cookies
Withdraw consent at any time
Request deletion of personal data
Request disclosure of collected data categories

You may adjust your cookie preferences via:

The cookie banner displayed on first visit
Your browser settings
Contacting us directly

5. Managing Cookies in Your Browser

You may disable or delete cookies through your browser settings:

Chrome: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
Safari: Preferences → Privacy
Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security
Edge: Settings → Site Permissions → Cookies

Please note: disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality, including donation processing.

6. Data Retention

Analytics cookies are typically retained for up to 26 months (Google default unless adjusted). Essential cookies may remain for the duration of the session or longer if required for security.

7. Children's Privacy

Our website may be viewed by minors participating in educational programs. However, donations and data submission require adult consent. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect legal or operational changes. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

9. Contact Information

Blue Ocean Sailing Expeditions & Exploration Inc.
3100 West State Road 84

Suite 301

Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
Email: blueoceansailingexpeditions@gmail.com
Website: www.blueoceansailingexpeditions.com