Last updated: July 12, 2026
This Privacy Policy describes how Boating Chicago("we," "us," or "our") handles information when you visit boatingchicago.com, submit forms, or interact with our content and partners.
Information we collect
- Contact and lead details you submit (name, email, phone, trip preferences) via Find a Boat or similar forms
- Newsletter emails when you subscribe
- Vendor inquiries related to listing your business
- Usage data such as pages viewed, approximate location derived from IP, device/browser type, and referral URLs — collected via analytics tools when enabled
How we use information
- To match you with local boating operators and respond to requests
- To send newsletters or updates you opted into
- To improve site content, performance, and user experience
- To measure traffic and conversions (including affiliate clicks) with analytics
- To display relevant advertising when AdSense or similar services are enabled
Sharing
We may share lead information with relevant Chicago-area boating vendors so they can respond to your request. We may also use service providers for email delivery, hosting, analytics (such as Google Analytics), and advertising (such as Google AdSense). We do not sell personal information as a standalone consumer data product.
Cookies & tracking
We and our partners may use cookies and similar technologies for analytics, affiliate attribution, and advertising. Google Analytics and Google AdSense, when configured, may set their own cookies subject to Google's policies. You can control cookies through your browser settings.
Third-party links
Booking links may send you to partner sites (for example GetYourGuide or Viator). Their privacy practices are governed by their own policies.
Data retention
We retain lead and newsletter records as long as needed to provide matching services, comply with legal obligations, and operate the business, then delete or anonymize when no longer required.
Your choices
To request access, correction, or deletion of personal information we hold, or to unsubscribe from marketing emails, contact chris@boatingchicago.com.
Children
The site is not directed at children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
Changes
We may update this policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top reflects the latest revision.
Contact
Privacy questions: chris@boatingchicago.com