Privacy Policy
Avalon Yacht Club

This Privacy Policy describes how Avalon Yacht Club (“AYC,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, and protects information provided through the Avalon Yacht Club website and mobile application (collectively, the “Platform”).

Avalon Yacht Club is committed to safeguarding the privacy and personal information of our members, guests, and visitors. Any information collected through our Platform will be used in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

We may update this policy periodically. The most current version will always be posted within the app or on our website.

INFORMATION WE COLLECT

Personal Information:
• Name
• Mailing address
• Email address
• Phone number
• Membership category and status
• Billing and payment information
• Guest names submitted for reservations or events

Account & Usage Information:
• Login credentials for Member Central access
• Event registrations and dining reservations
• Sailing program registrations and boat sticker applications
• Preferences and communication settings
• App usage data and interaction analytics

Device & Technical Information:
• IP address
• Device type
• Operating system
• App version
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We collect and use information to:
• Maintain accurate membership records
• Process dining reservations and event registrations
• Facilitate online payments and billing
• Manage sailing program registrations
• Communicate club updates, newsletters, and event announcements
• Send push notifications (if enabled)
• Improve member experience and app functionality
• Conduct internal administrative and operational tasks

PAYMENT PROCESSING

Online payments made through the Platform are processed through secure third-party payment providers. Avalon Yacht Club does not store full credit card numbers on its servers. Payment information is encrypted and handled in accordance with industry security standards.

PHOTOGRAPHY & MEDIA

Avalon Yacht Club frequently captures photography and video at club events, regattas, dining functions, and social gatherings. By participating in club activities, members and guests acknowledge that images may be used for newsletters, social media, website and app content, yearbook publications, and promotional materials. Members may contact the Club Office in writing if they prefer not to have their image used.

SECURITY

We maintain appropriate physical, electronic, and administrative safeguards to protect personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

COOKIES & TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

Our website and app may use cookies and similar technologies to improve performance, analyze usage patterns, remember login sessions, and enhance user experience. Disabling cookies may limit certain features of the Platform.

SHARING OF INFORMATION

Avalon Yacht Club does not sell, lease, or distribute personal information to third parties. Limited information may be shared with trusted service providers who assist in operating the Platform, such as hosting providers, email services, reservation systems, and payment processors.

THIRD-PARTY LINKS

Our Platform may contain links to third-party websites. Avalon Yacht Club is not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites.

CONTROLLING YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION

Members may update personal information through their account, adjust communication preferences, or request access to their information by contacting:

Avalon Yacht Club
704 7th Street
Avalon, NJ 08202