HULLIO — PRIVACY POLICY
Last Updated: February 26, 2026
Operated by Now Intermedia Inc., Florida, USA (currently available only to users within the State of Florida)
This Privacy Policy explains how Hullio ("Hullio," "we," "us," "our") collects, uses, discloses, and protects personal information when you access or use our website, mobile applications, and related services (collectively, the "Platform"). By using the Platform, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect the following categories of information when you interact with Hullio.
1.1 Information You Provide Directly
This includes information you submit when creating an account, completing verification, listing a boat, making a booking, communicating with us, or participating in customer support.
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Residential or mailing address
- Profile photo
- Boat listing photographs and descriptions
- Government-issued identification (processed through Stripe Identity or other third-party identity verification providers; Hullio does not store or retain copies of ID documents and retains only verification status and outcome)
- Address verification documentation
- Insurance-related documents
- Payment information (via Stripe; Hullio does not store card numbers)
1.2 Booking & Transaction Information
- Rental dates, times, and locations
- Boat ownership information
- Inspection photos (pre-trip and post-trip)
- Messages exchanged between Owners and Renters
- Damage claims, dispute information, and deposit-related evidence
1.3 Automatically Collected Information
When you use the Platform, we automatically collect certain technical and usage data:
- IP address
- Browser type, operating system, device type
- Log files (timestamps, pages viewed, referring URLs)
- Interactions with features and buttons
- Approximate location based on IP
- Mobile device identifiers (if applicable)
1.4 GPS & Location Data
If enabled by the user or required for a booking:
- Approximate GPS coordinates for boat location
- Fuzzed/fabricated map display to protect privacy
- Pickup and return location used for confirmed rentals only
Exact boat location is never displayed publicly.
1.5 Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies, pixels, and local storage to:
- Maintain login sessions
- Improve performance
- Analyze usage
You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though some Platform features may not function properly.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use personal information for the following purposes:
- Creating and managing user accounts
- Facilitating bookings and rental transactions
- Processing payments and security deposits through Stripe
- Verifying identity, boat ownership, and insurance compliance
- Fraud detection, safety monitoring, and risk mitigation
- Communicating booking updates, confirmations, and alerts
- Providing customer support
- Operating, maintaining, and improving the Platform
- Sending promotional or marketing communications (opt-out available)
- Satisfying legal, regulatory, and insurance requirements
- Supporting claims investigations and dispute resolution
3. How We Share Information
Hullio does not sell personal information. We share information only as described below.
3.1 Service Providers
We share information with service providers who support Platform operations, including:
- Stripe – payment processing, optional identity verification, deposit handling
- Cloud database and infrastructure providers for secure data storage, authentication, and messaging
- Transactional email providers (e.g., Resend)
- Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
- Cloud hosting and infrastructure providers
These partners are contractually obligated to protect your data.
3.2 Boat Owners and Renters
When a booking is confirmed, essential information is shared between parties:
- Name
- Contact information
- Rental details
- Inspection photos
- Boat drop-off and return instructions
No party receives information unrelated to the specific booking.
3.3 Insurance & Claims Partners
If you purchase insurance or file a claim through Hullio or our partners:
- Identification documents
- Photos, inspection evidence, and booking data
- Accident reports and communication related to the incident
May be shared with insurers, adjusters, or claims specialists.
3.4 Legal Requirements
We may disclose information:
- To comply with applicable laws
- To respond to subpoenas, lawful requests, or legal process
- To enforce our Terms of Service
- To protect rights, property, or safety of Hullio, users, or the public
3.5 Business Transfers
If Hullio is involved in a merger, acquisition, financing, or asset sale, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction.
4. Data Security
We use administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information:
- Data encrypted in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
- Encrypted storage for user data
- Restricted internal access to sensitive information
- Regular system updates and monitoring
- Secure payment processing via Stripe (PCI-compliant)
No system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.
5. Your Choices and Rights
5.1 Account Information
You may view, update, or edit your account details at any time.
5.2 Deletion Request
You may request that we delete your account and personal data. Certain information may be retained for:
- Fraud prevention
- Legal compliance
- Insurance requirements
- Tax and accounting obligations
5.3 Marketing Communications
You may opt out of promotional emails at any time.
Transactional communications (e.g., booking receipts) cannot be opted out of.
5.4 Cookies
You may control cookies through your browser settings.
6. Data Retention
Hullio retains personal information for as long as necessary to:
- Provide services
- Support financial records and tax reporting
- Resolve disputes
- Meet legal and insurance obligations
Inspection photos, verification documents, and claim-related evidence are retained for a minimum of 12 months to support dispute resolution, fraud prevention, and legal compliance, and may be retained longer if required by law.
Transaction records, financial data, and tax-related documentation are retained for a minimum of 7 years to comply with applicable tax and accounting obligations.
7. Children's Privacy
Hullio is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age.
We do not knowingly collect information from minors.
8. Third-Party Links
The Platform may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.
If material changes occur, we will notify users via email or Platform alerts. Continued use of the Platform after changes indicates acceptance.
10. Contact Us
For privacy questions, data requests, or support:
Hullio
A Now Intermedia Inc. company
Hullio, 18117 Biscayne Blvd, Suite #4990
Miami, FL 33160
US
Email: hello@hullio.com