Privacy and Cookie Policy

Effective Date: January 2019

Superyacht Academy in Asia and the Pacific Corp. (SAAP)

At Superyacht Academy in Asia and the Pacific Corp. (SAAP), we are committed to protecting your personal information in compliance with the Philippine Data Privacy Act of 2012 (RA 10173), effective January 2019. This Privacy and Cookie Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your data when you engage with our services or visit our website.

1. About SAAP

SAAP is a Superyacht Training Centre based in Cebu, Philippines, offering internationally recognized certification programs for aspiring superyacht crew and maritime professionals.

2. Age Restriction

Our website, services, and training programs are intended for individuals aged 18 and above only. We do not knowingly collect or process personal data from individuals under the age of 18. If we become aware that data from a minor has been submitted to us, we will take steps to securely delete it.

3. What Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following:

Full name, date of birth, nationality
Contact information (email, phone number, address)
Educational background and seafaring experience
Training records, certifications, and personal photos
Billing and payment details
IP address, browser type, and website activity (via cookies)

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information to:

Process course enrollment and certification
Maintain training records for compliance
Communicate schedules, updates, and announcements
Issue receipts, training documents, and ID cards
Improve our website and service experience
Fulfill legal or regulatory obligations

We only collect what is necessary for educational and administrative purposes.

5. IYT Certification Data (Separate Platform)

For courses that lead to International Yacht Training (IYT) certification, all personal data (e.g., name, ID documents, photos) is collected and managed directly through the IYT Worldwide online system.

SAAP does not control or store personal information submitted to IYT. Data submitted on their platform is governed by IYT’s independent privacy policy in accordance with UK GDPR and international data protection laws.

🔗 IYT Privacy Policy:
https://iytnet.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=8&Itemid=309

6. Data Protection and Security

We apply reasonable and appropriate physical, technical, and administrative safeguards to protect your data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. Only authorized SAAP personnel may access your information.

7. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or lease your personal data.

We may share data with:

Accreditation bodies (e.g., IYT)
Third-party providers supporting course delivery or administration
Government regulators, as required by law

All data shared is limited to what is necessary and subject to confidentiality agreements.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law or accreditation standards. When no longer needed, we securely dispose of or archive your records.

9. Your Rights Under the Data Privacy Act

Under the Philippine Data Privacy Act, you have the right to:

Be informed of how your data is collected and used
Access and correct your personal information
Object to or restrict processing under certain conditions
Request blocking or deletion of your data
File a complaint with the National Privacy Commission (NPC)

To exercise your rights, email us at info@saapcorp.com.

10. Cookies and Website Usage

Our website uses cookies to improve your browsing experience. These may:

Remember your preferences and login sessions
Track usage patterns and page performance
Support site analytics

You may disable cookies through your browser settings at any time. However, doing so may impact certain features on the site.

11. Changes to This Policy

This policy may be updated to reflect changes in regulation or how we operate. We will publish revisions on our website. You are encouraged to review this policy periodically.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy and Cookie Policy, you may contact:

Superyacht Academy in Asia and the Pacific Corp. (SAAP)

📍 4th Floor, Room 416, Sugbutel, North Reclamation Area, Cebu City, Philippines
📩 Email: info@saapcorp.com
☎️ Tel: (032) 494-7536 / 0918-457-1940