Privacy Policy
Captain Ron Short ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you provide through this website (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy outlines the types of information we may collect from you, how we use it, and how we safeguard it.
Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information through our contact forms, resume download links, meeting booking tools, and general site interactions:
- Personal Information: Your name, email address, phone number, and any details you voluntarily provide via contact forms.
- Professional Details (Optional): Business name, job title, or nature of inquiry.
- Website Usage Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent on the site, and referring website through analytics tools such as Google Analytics.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected for the following purposes:
- To respond to your inquiries or requests.
- To deliver downloadable materials like Captain Ron’s resume.
- To schedule consultations and manage meetings.
- To provide relevant maritime consulting services.
- To improve the website’s performance, usability, and security.
- To comply with applicable legal obligations.
Sharing of Information
We do not sell, rent, or lease your personal information. However, we may share your data with trusted service providers who assist in running the website or delivering consulting services (e.g., scheduling tools, email services), under strict confidentiality agreements. Information may also be disclosed:
- To comply with legal obligations or respond to lawful requests.
- To enforce our website policies or protect our rights and safety.
Cookies and Analytics
This website uses cookies and third-party analytics tools to enhance user experience and track visitor interactions. Cookies help us understand user behavior and improve content delivery.
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose it was collected for, or as required by applicable law. Contact form data may be stored securely in email or CRM systems for follow-up and record-keeping.
Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
- Access, correct, or delete your personal data.
- Withdraw consent for data processing at any time.
- Object to or restrict certain data uses.
- Request a copy of your data in a portable format.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at: [email protected]
Security Measures
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is completely secure.
Third-Party Links
This website may include links to third-party websites (e.g., scheduling platforms, document viewers). We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those external sites. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies independently.
Children’s Privacy
This site is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be reflected with a new effective date and posted on this page.
Contact Us
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- (509) 731-6557
- [email protected]
- 10812 Summit view Ext. Yakima, WA 98908.
