Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

 

This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data when you visit our website, register for our football academy or futsal leagues, or otherwise interact with The Talent Factory or Talent Factory Fives. We are committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Cyprus data protection laws.

 

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2. Who We Are

 

This website is operated by The Talent Factory LTD, based in Larnaca, Cyprus.

For any questions related to this policy, you can contact us at:

📧 thetalentfactoryltd@gmail.com

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3. What Data We Collect

 

We may collect the following personal data:

    •    Identity data: Name, date of birth, guardian’s name (for minors)

    •    Contact data: Email address, phone number, emergency contact

    •    Health & consent data: Medical conditions, parental consent

    •    Usage data: IP address, browser type, device information (via cookies or               analytics tools)

    •    Media: Photos or videos taken at academy or futsal events

 

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4. How We Use Your Data

 

Your personal data is used for the following purposes:

    •    To process registrations and manage participation in our programs

    •    To communicate schedules, updates, or changes to sessions

    •    To ensure safety and medical readiness of participants

    •    To promote our activities (e.g. using group photos or event media, unless opted out)

    •    To comply with legal obligations and safeguard participants

 

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5. Legal Basis for Processing

 

We process your data under the following legal bases:

    •    Consent (e.g. media use, optional marketing)

    •    Contractual necessity (e.g. registration forms)

    •    Legal obligation (e.g. safeguarding minors, reporting injuries)

    •    Legitimate interests (e.g. improving our programs or facilities)

 

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6. How We Store and Protect Your Data

    •    Your data is securely stored using password-protected systems and                     encrypted platforms where applicable.

    •    Access is restricted to authorized staff.

    •    Data is retained only as long as necessary for operational, legal, or                       safeguarding purposes.

 

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7. Media and Marketing

    •    We occasionally use photos or video from training or events on our social media or website.

    •    You can opt out of media usage by informing us in writing at the time of               registration.

 

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8. Your Rights Under GDPR

 

You have the right to:

    •    Access the data we hold about you

    •    Request correction of inaccurate data

    •    Request erasure of your data (where applicable)

    •    Withdraw consent at any time (for optional processing)

    •    Lodge a complaint with the Cyprus Commissioner for Personal Data                    Protection

 

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9. Cookies and Website Analytics

    •    We use cookies for basic site functionality and to improve user                             experience.

    •    No personally identifiable information is collected through cookies unless you submit it yourself.

 

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10. Third-Party Sharing

    •    We do not sell or rent your data.

    •    We may share limited data with:

    •    Legal authorities if required by law

    •    Coaches or emergency services in case of injury or medical need

 

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11. Updates to This Policy

 

This Privacy Policy may be updated occasionally. Changes will be published on this page with an updated “Effective Date.” Continued use of our services implies acceptance of the revised policy.

 

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12. Contact Us

 

For privacy concerns, data access requests, or to opt out of media usage, contact:

📧 thetalentfactoryltd@gmail.com