Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy explains how personal data of users who browse and use footytalent.com (the “Website”) are collected, used, stored and protected, including when users submit a football/soccer application through an online form and upload a video.
This policy is drafted in accordance with:
- Argentina Personal Data Protection Law No. 25.326 (“Ley 25.326”) and Decree 1558/2001
- Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR), where applicable (e.g., users located in the European Union and/or processing performed through infrastructure/servers located in Europe)
1. DATA CONTROLLER
The Data Controller (the “Controller”) is:
ESTEVEZ HORACIO
Phone: +54 1150366548
Address: Calle 47 1885, B1885 Platanos, B6700 Guillermo Enrique Hudson, Provincia de Buenos Aires, Argentina
Email: scouting@footytalent.com
2. SERVICE DESCRIPTION
Footytalent has developed an innovative online platform to support its talent scouts in the discovery process.
Through the Website, young aspiring football/soccer players may:
- complete an application form
- upload and submit a short video showing their football skills
- have their video reviewed and evaluated by Footytalent scouts
- potentially be selected and invited to attend scheduled tryouts
3. PERSONAL DATA PROCESSED
3.1 Data provided by the user through the form
The Website may collect, for example:
- first name and last name
- date of birth / age (if requested)
- nationality (if requested)
- email address
- phone number (if requested)
- city / country of residence (if requested)
- football/soccer role/position, club/team, level and sports-related information
- any message or notes entered by the user
3.2 Uploaded video content
The Website allows users to upload and submit a video.
The video may contain:
- the applicant’s image (personal data)
- voice (personal data)
- information relating to third parties (e.g., teammates, coaches, names, logos)
⚠️ Users are requested to upload only content they are authorised to share and that does not infringe third-party rights or privacy.
3.3 Browsing data and technical logs
While browsing the Website, certain technical data may be collected automatically, such as:
- IP address
- browser user agent
- date/time of access
- pages visited
- security and maintenance logs
4. PURPOSES OF PROCESSING
Personal data are processed for the following purposes:
- 1. Application management and evaluation by Footytalent scouts
- 2. Assessment and selection of candidate profiles and contacting users if needed
- 3. Tryout invitation and related operational organisation (dates, communications)
- 4. Service communications regarding the application
- 5. Security and abuse prevention (e.g., misuse of forms, unauthorised uploads)
- 6. Legal compliance and protection of the Controller’s rights in legal proceedings
5. LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING
5.1 GDPR legal bases (where applicable)
Where the GDPR applies, personal data are processed based on:
- performance of a contract / pre-contractual measures requested by the data subject (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR), in order to manage the application
- legitimate interests (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR), especially for security, fraud prevention and protection of the service
- consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR), where required (e.g., non-essential cookies, marketing communications)
5.2 Argentina legal framework
Under Ley 25.326, processing is carried out in accordance with principles of transparency, purpose limitation, data quality, security and confidentiality.
6. MINORS
The service is intended for young aspiring football/soccer players and may be used by minors.
In such cases:
- submission of personal data and video content must occur with the consent and supervision of a parent/legal guardian, where required by applicable law
- the Controller may request confirmation and/or supporting documentation when necessary
7. PROCESSING METHODS AND SECURITY
Personal data are processed using IT and telematic tools, adopting appropriate security measures to prevent:
- unauthorised access
- loss or destruction
- improper disclosure
- alteration or unlawful use
8. DATA RECIPIENTS
Personal data will not be sold or publicly disclosed.
They may be shared with third parties only when necessary for technical and operational purposes, such as:
- hosting providers and server infrastructure suppliers
- file/video management service providers (if used)
- IT maintenance and technical support providers
- legal consultants
- competent public authorities, when required by law
9. PLACE OF PROCESSING AND INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS
The Controller is located in Argentina.
The Website may use infrastructure and servers located in Europa.
Therefore, personal data may be subject to international transfers (Argentina ↔ EU).
Such transfers will be carried out with appropriate safeguards and security measures in compliance with applicable regulations (GDPR and Argentine law).
10. DATA RETENTION
Personal data will be retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described above, including:
- application data and video: for the time required to evaluate the candidate and manage the selection process
- technical logs: for limited periods proportionate to security and maintenance purposes
- legal obligations: for the time required by applicable laws
Some data may be retained longer only where strictly necessary for legal defence or compliance.
11. DATA SUBJECT RIGHTS
11.1 Rights under the GDPR (where applicable)
Users may exercise the rights provided under Articles 15–22 GDPR, including:
- access to personal data
- rectification
- erasure
- restriction of processing
- data portability (where applicable)
- objection to processing
- withdrawal of consent (where given)
11.2 Rights under Argentina Law 25.326
Users may exercise rights to:
- access their personal data
- request rectification/update
- request deletion, where applicable
12. HOW TO EXERCISE YOUR RIGHTS
To exercise rights or request information, users may contact:
📩 scouting@footytalent.com oppure
or:
ESTEVEZ HORACIO
Phone: +54 1150366548
Address: Calle 47 1885, B1885 Platanos, B6700 Guillermo Enrique Hudson, Provincia de Buenos Aires, Argentina
13. SUPERVISORY AUTHORITIES
Argentina
The Agencia de Acceso a la Información Pública (AAIP) is the competent authority for personal data protection in Argentina and may receive complaints.
European Union
Where applicable, users may lodge a complaint with the competent supervisory authority in their EU Member State.
14. COOKIES
The Website uses technical cookies and may use third-party cookies.
Further information may be provided in a dedicated Cookie Policy (if available on the Website).
15. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY
The Controller reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Users are encouraged to review this page periodically.