Privacy & Security Guide
Understanding how VesselVault protects your information and maintains your privacy.
Account Security
Your VesselVault account is protected with industry-standard security measures.
Password Protection:
- Encrypted Storage: Passwords are hashed using secure algorithms
- Never Stored in Plain Text: Even VesselVault staff cannot see your password
- Password Reset: Secure email-based password recovery
- Account Lockout: Protection against brute force attacks
Best Practices for Your Security:
ā Strong Password Tips
- Use 12+ characters
- Mix letters, numbers, symbols
- Unique to VesselVault
- Consider using a password manager
- Don't share with anyone
ā Avoid These
- Common passwords (password123)
- Personal info (birthdate, boat name)
- Same password as other sites
- Sharing login credentials
- Writing passwords down visibly
Secure Connections:
- HTTPS Encryption: All data transmitted securely
- SSL/TLS Certificates: Verified secure connections
- Secure Cookies: Session protection against hijacking
- Automatic Logout: Sessions expire for security
Data Privacy & Ownership
Your boat data belongs to you. VesselVault is committed to protecting your privacy and giving you control over your information.
Data Ownership:
- You Own Your Data: All vessel and maintenance information belongs to you
- No Data Mining: We don't sell or analyze your data for profit
- Export Rights: You can request your data at any time
- Deletion Rights: You can delete your account and data
What We Collect:
š Usage Data
- Feature usage patterns
- Performance metrics
- Error logs for debugging
- Anonymous analytics
š¢ Boat Data
- Vessel specifications
- Maintenance records
- Photos and documents
- User-generated content
What We DON'T Collect:
- Financial Information: We don't store credit card details
- Location Tracking: No GPS tracking or continuous location monitoring
- Personal Communications: We don't read your emails or messages
- Social Media Data: No integration with social platforms
Marketplace Privacy Protection
Selling your boat safely while protecting your privacy. VesselVault's marketplace is designed with seller protection in mind.
ā What Buyers See (Public Listings):
- The specific boat you're selling only
- Maintenance history for that boat
- Contact information you choose to provide
- Boat specifications and photos
- VesselVault marketplace branding
š« What's Hidden & Protected:
- Your other boats and vessels
- Your personal account information
- Your VesselVault dashboard or login
- Other users' information
- Any private maintenance notes
Privacy Controls:
š Public Listings
- Visible to anyone on the internet
- Appear in search engines
- Maximum buyer exposure
- Still privacy-protected
š„ Members Only
- Only VesselVault members can view
- Higher privacy level
- Quality-focused buyers
- Login required to view
Isolation Guarantee: Public boat listings are completely isolated from your private VesselVault account. Buyers cannot access any other areas of the platform through your listing.
Data Security & Backups
Your maintenance records are too valuable to lose. VesselVault uses multiple layers of protection to keep your data safe.
Data Protection Measures:
- Regular Backups: Multiple daily backups of all data
- Redundant Storage: Data stored in multiple locations
- Version Control: Previous versions maintained for recovery
- Disaster Recovery: Procedures for rapid data restoration
Technical Security:
- Database Encryption: Data encrypted at rest
- Transmission Security: All connections use TLS/SSL
- Access Controls: Strict internal access policies
- Security Monitoring: 24/7 threat detection
- Regular Updates: Security patches applied promptly
Your Role in Security:
- Strong Passwords: Use unique, complex passwords
- Secure Devices: Keep your devices updated
- Log Out: Don't leave accounts open on shared devices
- Report Issues: Contact us about suspicious activity
- Safe Browsing: Only access VesselVault from trusted networks
- Regular Reviews: Check your account activity periodically
Your Rights & Controls
You have full control over your data and privacy settings.
Data Rights:
- Access: View all data we have about you
- Correction: Fix any incorrect information
- Export: Download your data in standard formats
- Deletion: Request removal of your account and data
- Portability: Take your data to other platforms
Privacy Controls Available:
š§ Account Settings
- Profile visibility controls
- Communication preferences
- Data sharing options
- Account deletion tools
š¢ Boat Privacy
- Individual boat visibility
- Marketplace listing controls
- Maintenance record sharing
- User access management
How to Exercise Your Rights:
- Contact Support: Email or contact form requests
- Account Settings: Many controls available in your account
- Written Requests: Formal requests for data export/deletion
- Response Time: We respond within 30 days of requests
Transparency Commitment: VesselVault believes in complete transparency about how we handle your data. If you have any questions about privacy or security, we're here to help!
Security Quick Check
Review your security status:
Privacy Levels
š Private: Your account and boats - only you see everything
š„ Members: VesselVault community - optional sharing
š Public: Marketplace listings - controlled exposure
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