Privacy Policy
1. Information We Collect
When you use BoaterAI and the Nereus AI diagnostics engine, we may collect the following information:
- Email address — provided when you unlock access to Nereus
- First and last name — optionally provided during signup
- Boat information — optionally provided (make, model, year)
- Chat messages — questions and descriptions you submit to Nereus for diagnostic purposes
- City/location — which BoaterAI city page you accessed Nereus from
- Usage data — pages visited, features used, and general interaction patterns
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide and improve the Nereus AI diagnostics service
- Send you updates about new BoaterAI features, city launches, and platform improvements
- Connect you with verified local marine professionals when you need hands-on service
- Improve the accuracy and relevance of AI-generated diagnostic guidance
- Analyze usage patterns to enhance the platform experience
3. Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
- With your consent — when you explicitly request a connection to a local marine professional
- Service providers — trusted third-party services that help us operate the platform (hosting, email delivery, analytics)
- Legal requirements — when required by law, regulation, or legal process
4. Data Storage & Security
Your data is stored on secure servers provided by Netlify and our cloud infrastructure partners. We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Cookies & Local Storage
BoaterAI uses browser localStorage to remember your email gate acceptance and disclaimer acknowledgment so you don't have to re-enter information on every visit. We do not use tracking cookies for advertising purposes.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Request access to the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion of your personal information
- Unsubscribe from email communications at any time
- Request that we stop processing your data
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at info@boaterai.com.
7. Third-Party Services
BoaterAI uses third-party services including Netlify (hosting and forms), Anthropic (AI processing), and Google Fonts (typography). Each of these services has its own privacy policy governing the data they process.
8. Children's Privacy
BoaterAI is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of significant changes by posting a notice on our website. Your continued use of BoaterAI after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
10. Contact
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at info@boaterai.com.