Privacy Policy

Last Updated: September 2024

1. Introduction

Dubai Strikers Football Academy (referred to as "the Academy," "we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our students, parents/guardians, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect personal data in compliance with applicable data protection laws.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information from parents/guardians and students:

2.1. Personal Identification Information

- Full name of the parent/guardian and child

- Date of birth of the child

- Contact details (email, phone number, address)

- Emergency contact information

2.2. Health and Medical Information

- Relevant medical conditions, allergies, or injuries

- Health and safety information necessary for participation in football activities

2.3. Payment Information

- Billing details, payment method, and transaction information

- We do not store credit card details but process them through secure third-party payment gateways.

2.4. Website Data

- IP addresses, browser type, and browsing history

- Cookies and analytics data collected through our website to enhance user experience

3. How We Use Your Information

We use personal data for the following purposes:

3.1. Service Provision

- To register students for our programmes and manage participation in training, matches, and events

- To communicate important updates or schedule changes related to our services

3.2. Safety and Medical Care

- To ensure student safety and address any medical or emergency situations

- To maintain necessary health records for safe participation in football activities

3.3. Payment Processing

- To process and manage payments for registration fees, kit purchases, and other services provided by the Academy

3.4. Marketing and Communication

- To send newsletters, promotions, and updates about the Academy (with your consent)

- To share photos or videos of students on our website or social media (with prior consent)

3.5. Legal Obligations

- To comply with applicable laws and regulations or respond to lawful requests for information

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We will not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information with:

4.1. Service Providers

- Third-party vendors who provide services on our behalf, such as payment processors or IT services, who are bound by confidentiality agreements

4.2. Legal Requirements

- When required by law or in response to legal processes (e.g., court orders), we may disclose your personal data to relevant authorities.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable technical and organisational precautions to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, loss, or misuse. This includes secure servers, firewalls, and data encryption.

6. Data Retention

We will retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.

7. Your Rights

You have the following rights with regard to your personal data:

7.1. Access and Correction

- You may request access to the personal information we hold about you and ask for corrections if it is inaccurate or incomplete.

7.2. Deletion

- You have the right to request the deletion of your personal data when it is no longer necessary for the purposes for which it was collected.

7.3. Data Portability

- You can request to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used format and have it transferred to another organisation where technically feasible.

7.4. Withdrawal of Consent

- Where we rely on your consent to process your data, you may withdraw it at any time by contacting us. However, this will not affect the lawfulness of data processing carried out prior to your withdrawal.

8. Cookies and Website Usage

Our website uses cookies to improve user experience, track site performance, and provide personalised content. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website, and where appropriate, notified to you by email. It is your responsibility to review this policy periodically to stay informed of updates.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact us at:

Dubai Strikers

Email: info@dubaistrikers.com

Phone: +971 0555 2051 17