Privacy Policy

Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how the Tortuga Owners Association (‘the Association’, ‘we’, ‘us’) collects, uses, stores and protects personal data in connection with your membership and use of this website.

Who We Are

The Tortuga Owners Association is an unincorporated association representing property owners at Tortuga Beach Resort, Santa Maria, Sal, Republic of Cape Verde. Our contact email is hello@tortugaowners.com.

What Data We Collect

When you register as a member or use this website, we may collect:

  • Your name and email address
  • Your property details at Tortuga Beach Resort (for membership eligibility)
  • Communications you send to us
  • Website usage data (if analytics are enabled — see Cookies section below)

How We Use Your Data

We process your personal data for the following purposes:

  • To manage your Association membership
  • To communicate with you about Association matters, updates and decisions
  • To maintain the member register as required by our Constitution
  • To operate this website and members area

Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data on the basis of your consent given at the point of membership registration, and in pursuit of our legitimate interests as a membership association. Your data is not sold or shared with third parties except where required by law or necessary to operate the Association.

Data Storage

Member data is stored securely on servers operated by WordPress.com (Automattic Inc., USA) under standard contractual clauses compliant with applicable data protection law. We retain your data for as long as your membership is active. If you leave the Association, we will delete your personal data within a reasonable period unless we are required to retain it by law.

 

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you
  • Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Withdraw your consent at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at hello@tortugaowners.com.

Cookies

This website uses essential cookies to operate the login and membership system. We will not use any non-essential cookies (such as analytics or advertising cookies) without your explicit consent. You can manage your cookie preferences via the banner that appears on your first visit.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be communicated to members by email and posted on this page.

Last Updated

June 2026