Privacy Policy
Last updated: December 2025
Ply Seas ("we", "our", or "us") provides an online platform where boatbuilders, sailors, and adventure enthusiasts can share build logs, stories, resources, and media.
This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and protect your information.
By using Ply Seas, you agree to this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Information You Provide
- Name and email address
- Profile details
- Build logs, adventures, resources, comments, photos, videos
- Messages and support requests
1.2 Information Collected Automatically
- IP address
- Browser type and device details
- Pages viewed and access times
- Cookies and analytics data
1.3 Third-Party Authentication
If you sign in with Google or another provider, we receive:
- Your name
- Your email
- Your profile image
We do not receive passwords from authentication providers.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use collected data to:
- Provide and improve Ply Seas
- Display user-generated content
- Perform authentication and account management
- Communicate updates or support responses
- Protect platform integrity and security
We do not sell personal information.
3. Sharing of Information
We only share data with:
- Service providers (e.g., Supabase, Vercel/Firebase, Resend, Zoho Mail)
- Analytics tools
- Social media integrations (for promotional display of public content only)
- Legal authorities if required by law
We do not share personal data with advertisers.
4. User-Generated Content
Content you publish is visible to other users and may be shown on public pages.
Your posted content may also appear in:
- Search results
- Platform-wide feeds
- Social media posts promoting Ply Seas (only content you explicitly publish)
You may edit or delete your content at any time.
5. Data Security
We take reasonable steps to safeguard data using:
- Encryption
- Access controls
- Secure hosting infrastructure
No service is 100% secure, but we aim to meet or exceed industry standards.
6. Your Rights & Choices
You may:
- Access and update your profile
- Delete your content
- Request deletion of your account
- Adjust cookie settings in your browser
7. Children's Privacy
Ply Seas is not intended for children under 13.
We do not knowingly collect information from children.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
The latest version will always be posted at:
9. Contact Us
For questions regarding privacy, contact: