This Privacy Policy explains how ProBound collects, uses, stores, and protects personal data. ProBound is committed to handling all personal information responsibly and in compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR).

1. Who We Are
‍ProBound is a football talent and scouting platform operating in the UK. For the purposes of data protection law, ProBound is the data controller of any personal data collected.

2. What Data We Collect
‍We may collect the following types of personal data:
• Player information (name, age, position, location, football history)
• Video footage submitted by players
• Contact details (email, phone number)
• Scout and club information
• Parental or guardian details for under-18 players

3. How We Use Personal Data
‍Personal data is used to:
• Review and assess player submissions
• Facilitate curated introductions between players and scouts
• Manage safeguarding and welfare obligations
• Communicate with users regarding services
• Improve ProBound services

4. Lawful Basis for Processing
‍ProBound processes personal data under the following lawful bases:
• Consent
• Performance of a contract
• Legitimate interests
• Legal obligations (including safeguarding)

5. Data Sharing
‍ProBound does not sell personal data. Data may be shared only where necessary, including:
• With scouts or clubs following consent and curation
• With service providers (e.g. website hosting)
• Where required by law or safeguarding authorities

6. Data Storage & Security
‍Personal data is stored securely using appropriate technical and organisational measures. Access is restricted to authorised individuals only.

7. Data Retention
‍Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary for the purposes it was collected, or as required by law.

8. Your Rights
‍Under GDPR, individuals have the right to:
• Access their data
• Request correction or deletion
• Restrict or object to processing
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)

9. Under-18 Data
‍Additional safeguards apply to data relating to players under 18. Parental or guardian consent is required before processing or public exposure.

10. Cookies
‍ProBound may use essential cookies to ensure the website functions correctly. Analytics cookies may be used where consent is provided.

11. Changes to This Policy
‍This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Any changes will be published on the ProBound website.

12. Contact Us
‍For data protection enquiries, please contact ProBound via the website contact page.