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PRIVACY POLICY

Last Updated: 17/03/2026

 

1. Introduction 

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Welcome to www.viking-divers.com

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Viking Divers LTD is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR) and the Ratifying Cyprus Law 125(I)/2018.

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This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit our Website or use our diving services.

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2. Data Controller 

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The data controller responsible for your personal data is:

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Viking Divers LTD

Ithakis 8, 7081 Pyla

Larnaca, Cyprus

Email: vdivers@spidernet.com.cy

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3. Personal Data We Collect

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We may collect and process the following data:

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a) Information you provide:

  • Full name 

  • Email address 

  • Phone number

  • Booking and inquiry details 

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b) Diving-related information:

  • Certification level (e.g., PADI certification)

  • Dive history and experience 

  • Medical declarations where required for safety 

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c) Automatically collected data:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and device information

  • Website usage data via cookies and analytics

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5. How We Use Your Data

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We use your personal data to:

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  • Respond to inquiries and manage bookings

  • Provide diving services safely and effectively 

  • Maintain dive records in accordance with industry standards

  • Improve our website and services 

  • Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

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5. Legal Basis for Processing

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We process your personal data based on:

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  • Contract performance - to provide booked diving services ​

  • Legal obligation - to comply with safety and regulatory requirements

  • Legitimate interests - to improve our services and manage our business

  • Consent - for cookies and optional communications

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6. Cookies and Analytics

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Our Website uses cookies to enhance user experience and analyze traffic. 

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We use Google Analytics to collect anonymized usage data. 

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  • Analytics cookies are only activated with your consent 

  • You can manage or withdraw your consent at any time

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7. Data Sharing

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We may share your personal data with:

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  • IT and website service providers

  • Booking or communication platforms

  • Authorities where required by law

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We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties.

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8. Data Retention

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We retain your data as follows:

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  • Diving records and related personal data are retained in accordance with Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) standards, which may require long-term or indefinite retention for safety and liability purposes. 

  • Inquiry and booking data: retained for up to 5 years.

  • Analytics data: retained according to Google Analytics settings.

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9. Your Rights

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Under GDPR, you have the right to:

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  • Access your personal data

  • Request correction of inaccurate data

  • Request deletion of your data (where legally permissible)

  • Restrict or object to processing

  • Data portability

  • Withdraw consent at any time

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You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Cyprus Commissioner for Personal Data Protection.

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10. Data Security

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We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

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11. International Data Transfers

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Some data (e.g. via Google Analytics) may be transferred outside the EU/EEA.

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Where this occurs, we ensure appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses are in place. 

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12. Third-Party Links

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Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy policies or practices. 

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13. Changes to this Policy

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We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

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14. Contact

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For questions or requests regarding your personal data, please contact:​

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Viking Divers LTD

Email: vdivers@spidernet.com.cy

Address: Ithakis 8, Pyla, 7081 Larnaca, Cyprus. 

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