PRIVACY POLICY – Scuba Vida
Privacy Policy – Scuba Vida | Scuba Diving Varadero Cuba
Last Updated: September 30, 2026
At Scuba Vida Dive Center (“Scuba Vida”, “we”, “us”, “our”), based in Varadero, Cuba, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit scubavidadive.com and book our diving experiences, courses, Villa Scuba Vida, and related tours.
1. Information We Collect
a) Information you provide directly:
• Full name, email address, date of birth (required for PSS e-learning activation), nationality, passport details (only if required for diving certification)
• Travel dates, hotel / accommodation details for pickup
• Diving experience and certification level
• Health questionnaire and medical information relevant to diving safety
• Payment information (processed via secure third-party provider, we do not store credit card numbers)
• Messages via our contact form, WhatsApp, email, Facebook,
b) Information collected automatically:
• IP address, browser type, device type
• Pages visited, time spent on scubavidadive.com
• Cookies and similar technologies
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
• Activate your FREE PSS First Scuba Experience / Open Water e-learning
• Process and confirm your bookings for Reef Diving, Wreck Diving, First Scuba Experience, Snorkeling, Specialty Courses, Villa Scuba Vida, Havana Tours, and Private Transfers
• Organize hotel pickup, equipment sizing, and dive group logistics
• Communicate with you via email, WhatsApp, or phone
• Ensure diving safety and compliance with PSS standards
• Improve our website and services
3. Sharing of Information
We do NOT sell your personal data. We share data only with:
• PSS (Professional Scuba Schools) to create your e-learning profile and issue certifications
• Payment processors
• Service providers (hosting, analytics)
• Local authorities only if required by Cuban law
• Emergency services in case of a diving-related medical emergency
4. International Data Transfers
Your data will be transferred to and processed in Cuba. By providing your data, you consent to this transfer. PSS data may be processed on servers in the EU / US.
5. Data Retention
• Booking information: 5 years
• E-learning and certification records: minimum 7 years
• Medical questionnaires: 3 years
6. Cookies
We use essential cookies, analytics cookies (Google Analytics), and preference cookies. You can disable cookies in your browser
7. Your Rights
You have the right to access, correct, delete, or request portability of your data. Contact us at info@scubavida.org
8. Children’s Privacy
Minimum age is 10. For divers under 18, we require parental consent.
9. Contact Us
Scuba Vida Dive Center
Varadero, Matanzas, Cuba
Email: info@scubavida.org
Phone / WhatsApp: +53 59246998