Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Aether Current ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website (aether-current.com) or use our luxury villa rental services in Malaysia.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

• Name and contact information (email address, phone number, mailing address)
• Payment and billing information
• Travel preferences and special requirements
• Government-issued identification for booking verification
• Emergency contact information
• Communication records and correspondence

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information:

• IP address and browser information
• Device type and operating system
• Website usage patterns and navigation data
• Cookies and tracking technologies data
• Referral sources and search terms

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

• Processing and managing villa reservations
• Providing customer service and support
• Communicating about your bookings and services
• Processing payments and preventing fraud
• Personalizing your experience and recommendations
• Sending marketing communications (with your consent)
• Complying with legal obligations and regulations
• Improving our services and website functionality

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Villa Owners and Partners: To facilitate your booking and stay
• Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist in our operations
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In connection with mergers or acquisitions
• With Your Consent: When you explicitly agree to sharing

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• SSL encryption for data transmission
• Secure data storage and access controls
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Employee training on data protection
• Incident response procedures

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience. You can manage your cookie preferences through our cookie consent banner or your browser settings. For more details, please see our Cookie Policy.

7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access to your personal information
• Correction of inaccurate data
• Deletion of your personal information
• Restriction of processing
• Data portability
• Objection to processing
• Withdrawal of consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

9. Retention of Information

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Booking records are typically retained for 7 years for tax and legal compliance purposes.

10. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If we learn that we have collected information from a child under 16, we will delete that information promptly.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of our services after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.