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Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 2026

1. Introduction

Associação Desportiva Douro Bats ("ADDB", "we", "us") is the data controller of the personal data processed through the Douro Bats Padel platform. We take your privacy seriously and process personal data in accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the applicable Portuguese data protection law.

This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it and what rights you have. Please read it carefully. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use the platform.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you provide to us when signing up or taking part in ADDB padel activities, including:

  • Name and email address
  • Profile photo
  • Contact information (phone number, address)
  • ADDB membership data, where applicable
  • Payment information for tournament fees
  • Tournament participation, match results and ranking history

Automatically Collected Information

When you access the platform, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address and browser type
  • Device information
  • Usage data and analytics
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to, among other things:

  • Create and manage your account on the padel platform
  • Organise and manage tournaments, registrations and payments
  • Calculate and display player rankings and match results
  • Send you notifications about tournaments, matches and ADDB news
  • Improve the platform and our services
  • Communicate with you about updates and announcements
  • Prevent fraud and ensure platform security
  • Comply with legal obligations and with ADDB's statutes and regulations

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data on the following legal bases under the GDPR:

  • Contract: to provide the platform, manage your ADDB membership and run the competitions you register for.
  • Legitimate interests: to keep the platform secure, improve our services and communicate about our activities.
  • Consent: for optional communications and non-essential cookies, where required.
  • Legal obligation: to comply with accounting, tax and sports regulations.

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information with:

  • Other players (name, profile photo and ranking information, as part of the normal functioning of competitions)
  • Tournament organisers, referees and venue operators
  • Service providers who help us operate the platform (hosting, authentication, email delivery, analytics)
  • Public authorities or regulators when required by law or by sports governance rules

We never sell your personal information to third parties.

6. Data Security

We apply appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information, including encryption in transit, access controls and regular reviews. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We keep your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services, manage your ADDB membership and comply with legal obligations. Historical match and ranking data may be kept in anonymised or aggregated form for statistical purposes. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time.

8. Your Privacy Rights

Under the GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access and review your personal information
  • Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your account and data
  • Opt-out of marketing communications
  • Object to or restrict certain processing activities
  • Export your data in a portable format
  • Lodge a complaint with the Portuguese data protection authority (CNPD)

To exercise these rights, please contact us at dourobats@gmail.com.

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to keep you signed in, remember your preferences and improve the platform. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. For more information, see our Cookie Policy.

10. Third-Party Services

The platform may contain links to third-party websites (such as ADDB's main site at dourobats.pt or our social channels) or integrate with third-party services (such as Google OAuth for authentication). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties and encourage you to review their own privacy policies.

11. Minors

Participation by minors in ADDB padel activities requires the prior authorisation of a parent or legal guardian in accordance with ADDB's General Regulations. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without such authorisation. If you believe that information has been collected from a minor without consent, please contact us immediately.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new version on this page and updating the "Last updated" date at the top.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or about how we handle your personal data, please contact the Associação Desportiva Douro Bats at dourobats@gmail.com.