Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect personal data when you use our website. Our project is co-funded by the Erasmus+ Programme of the European Union, and we are committed to handling all data following the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU) 2016/679.

1. Who We Are

This website is part of an Erasmus+ project titled "Tackling the mental health stigma in youth football (TEAM)", coordinated by the University of Nicosia, based in Cyprus, in collaboration with EU-based partner organisations. The project promotes youth mental health through sports and education.

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2. Purpose of Data Collection

We collect and process limited personal data strictly for:

• Communication related to project activities (e.g., events, newsletters)

• Dissemination of project results

• Responding to inquiries and engagement from stakeholders

• Reporting to relevant EU bodies and project funders (anonymised where possible)

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This website serves informational and educational purposes only and is non-commercial.

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3. What Personal Data We Collect

Depending on how you interact with the site, we may collect:

• Identification data: name, email, organisation (only if submitted via contact forms or newsletter)

• Technical data: IP address, browser, country, pages visited (via cookies or analytics tools)

• Communication data: any information you provide when contacting us

We do not collect sensitive personal data or data from minors without verified parental consent.

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4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data based on:

• Consent – for newsletters, contact forms, or voluntary feedback

• Legitimate interest – for basic analytics and project reporting

• Legal obligation – to fulfil Erasmus+ reporting requirements

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5. How We Use Your Data

We use the information you provide only to:

• Share project-related updates

• Respond to messages or requests

• Report anonymised results to the European Commission

• Improve the performance and user experience of the website

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6. Data Sharing and Partners

Personal data may be shared only with project partners within the European Union, strictly for Erasmus+ project purposes. All partners are contractually bound to follow GDPR standards.

We will never sell or use your data for commercial gain.

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7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access and correct your data

• Request the deletion of your data

• Withdraw your consent at any time

• Request limited use or object to processing

• Complain with your national Data Protection Authority

To exercise your rights, contact us at: teamerasmusproject@gmail.com

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8. Cookies and Tracking

This website uses minimal cookies for basic website functionality and anonymous traffic analysis. You can disable cookies via your browser settings.

We do not use tracking for marketing purposes.

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9. Data Retention

We retain your data only for the duration of the project or as required by Erasmus+ regulations and EU audit purposes (usually no longer than 5 years from the end of the project).

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10. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to ensure your data is secure, including encryption, password protection, and access control.

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11. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external resources or Erasmus+ partner websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices and recommend you read their policies.

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12. Changes to this Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy as required. The most recent version will always be available on this page.

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13. Contact Us

For any questions or to exercise your data rights, please contact:

GDA Sports Ltd
📧 Email: teamerasmusproject@gmail.com
📍 Nicosia, Cyprus
🌐 www.gdasports.com