Privacy

At Diving Essential, we respect your privacy. We swear to treat your personal information responsibly, honestly, and transparently. This privacy statement explains how we obtain, use, retain, and protect personal data whether you use our services or visit our website. Visiting and contacting www.divingessential.com indicates your acceptance of the terms and policies below.

Details we compile personal and non-personal data for Diving Essential material, improve your experience, and enable our website to work generally more smoothly.

Information We Collect

You could choose to openly provide personal data including:

Your full name; email address; optional phone number

Notes, requests, and questions are entered via contact forms or newsletter sign-ups.

Personal information

  • Subscribe for our email updates or newsletter.
  • Use the collaboration or support contact form.
  • Consult free lessons or download planning tools.
  • Participate in contests, promos, or questionnaires.
  • Send in travel tips, reviews, or comments.

Non-personal information

We automatically compile basic non-identifiable statistics to better understand user interaction with our website and maximize usability:

  • Version and sort of browser used
  • Running system, device model, screen resolution
  • IP address and general location information (should location settings be enabled)
  • Referral URLs and style of website navigation 
  • Time allocated to pages and types of material engaged with

This anonymous data enables us to enhance our material and website layout to further fit your taste and needs.

How We Use Your Information?

Diving Essential uses the information we collect to personalize your experience and improve your interaction with our website. Your data enables us to:

  • Deliver content tailored to your diving interests and activity
  • Send newsletters, gear guides, safety tips, or destination alerts if you have opted in
  • Respond to questions, feedback, or support inquiries
  • Track visitor behavior to identify the most engaging and helpful resources
  • Assess the performance of specific content and improve navigation

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal data to unaffiliated third parties. Any data shared with verified third-party service providers is strictly for the purpose of improving site performance, ensuring secure communication, or supporting essential site functions.

You may unsubscribe from promotional communications at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of any email. Once unsubscribed, your contact information will be promptly removed from our active marketing list.

>Third-Party Services

To operate smoothly and serve high-quality content, Diving Essential may utilize the services of third-party providers and platforms, including:

  • Analytics and performance tracking (e.g., Google Analytics)
  • Email distribution and newsletter services (e.g., Mailchimp, ConvertKit)
  • Content management systems and hosting services
  • Website security monitoring tools
  • Affiliate marketing and advertising programs

These third-party providers work under strict security and confidentiality policies and are required to protect your data according to industry standards. When applicable, data is anonymized or aggregated before being shared, ensuring that personally identifiable information is not exposed.

Information Security

We implement reasonable and up-to-date security practices to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. Our efforts include:

  • Using secure HTTPS encryption across our site
  • Regular software updates and vulnerability scans
  • Limiting access to user data via protected administrative controls
  • Partnering with reputable email and hosting services that offer robust security protocols

While no website can guarantee complete protection from cyber threats, we are committed to following best practices and continually strengthening our digital safeguards. We also encourage users to protect themselves by choosing strong passwords and avoiding the disclosure of sensitive personal information in public comment sections.

Your Rights

At Diving Essential, we believe in giving you control over your data. As a user, you have the right to:

  • Access any personal information we have about you
  • Request that we correct or update inaccurate or outdated personal data
  • Withdraw your consent for receiving marketing emails at any time
  • Request the deletion of your personal data, subject to any legal or administrative obligations we may have

If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the email address listed at the end of this policy. We will respond promptly and respectfully.

Links to External Sites

Diving Essential may contain links to external websites and third-party services, such as:

  • Recommended diving gear and affiliate products
  • Training or certification programs
  • Travel resources and booking platforms
  • Instructional videos or marine conservation organizations

These external websites are operated independently and are governed by their own privacy policies. We advise users to carefully review the privacy statements and terms of service of any third-party sites before sharing personal information or engaging with their content. Diving Essential does not control and is not responsible for the data practices of these external parties.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

As Diving Essential evolves, we may update or revise this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our services, technology, or legal obligations. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Your continued use of the site after changes are made signifies your acceptance of the revised terms. We encourage you to check this page regularly to remain informed about how your data is handled.

Get in Touch With Us

We welcome your questions, feedback, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy. If you need assistance or would like more information about how your data is used, please contact us at:

Email: contact@divingessential.com 

At Diving Essential, we are passionate about helping you explore the ocean safely, respectfully, and with confidence. Protecting your privacy is part of how we build that trust—and we’re committed to doing it right, every dive of the way.