Thank you for visiting the Maden Football Academy Foundation (MFAF) website. The club is sensitive to privacy issues on the internet. Visitors are guaranteed privacy and any information collected is kept private and never shared with other organization. It is used only by the club to administer your request, if any. At times when we need information from you, we will try (but are not obligated) to let you know how this information is going to be used.

Your IP (Internet Protocol) address may be used to gather broad demographic information to measure the number of visits, average time spent on the site, pages viewed, etc. This helps us maintain and administer the website better and also to improve the content of the website to address the more relevant stakeholder issues.

All rights are reserved by Maden Football Academy Foundation (MFAF). The content, code and applications contained on this website, under the domain www.maden.in are copyright protected. Site visitors may not reproduce, copy, or redistribute content or code in any form without written permission from the club.

This site contains links to sites outside www.maden.in.  Maden Football Academy Foundation(MFAF) is not responsible for the privacy practices, or the content, of such other websites.

This site has security measures in place to protect the loss, misuse and alteration of the information under our control. Unauthorised attempts to upload or change information (or otherwise cause damage to this website) are strictly prohibited. Maden Football Academy Foundation (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of the personal information of our students, parents, staff, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your information in compliance with applicable laws, including the regulations set by the All India Football Federation (AIFF).

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

1.1 Personal Information:

• • Name, age, and gender of students.
  • Contact details (e.g., phone number, email address, and residential address).
  • Date of birth and identification details (e.g., Aadhaar card or passport for verification purposes).
  • Academic and sports-related history.

1.2 Payment Information:

• • Bank account details or credit/debit card information for fee payments.
  • Billing address and transaction history.

1.3 Usage Information:

• • Information collected through our website or digital platforms, including cookies, IP addresses, and browsing behavior.

1.4 Health Information:

• • Medical records, fitness reports, and emergency contact details for safety and care purposes.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected for the following purposes:

2.1 Service Delivery:

• • To facilitate football training and related programs.
  • To process admissions and registrations.
  • To communicate important updates and notifications.

2.2 Compliance and Safety:

• • To comply with AIFF guidelines and other regulatory requirements.
  • To ensure the safety and well-being of students during training sessions and events.

2.3 Payment Processing:

• • To manage fee payments and maintain financial records.

2.4 Marketing and Communication:

• • To inform you about new programs, events, or updates related to the academy (with your consent).

3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share information in the following circumstances:

3.1 With Service Providers:

• • To trusted third-party vendors for administrative and technical support (e.g., payment gateways).

3.2 Regulatory Bodies:

• • With AIFF or other governing authorities for compliance purposes.

3.3 Legal Requirements:

• • When required by law, court orders, or government regulations.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. These measures include:

• • Secure servers and encrypted data transmission.
  • Restricted access to personal data on a need-to-know basis.
  • Regular audits and updates to our security protocols.

5. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

5.1 Access and Correction:

• • Request access to your information and ask for corrections if needed.

5.2 Data Deletion:

• • Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal and regulatory requirements.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at +91 9123641589.

6. Retention of Information

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy or comply with legal obligations.

7. Updates to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be communicated via our website or directly to affected individuals, where required by law.

8. Contact Us

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

• • Email: [Support@madenfaf.in]
  • Phone: [+91 9123641589 / +91 7044286669]
  • Address: [Barakanthalia, P.O –Sewli Telenipara, Barrackpore, Kolkata 700121]

9. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of India, and any disputes shall be resolved in accordance with Indian jurisdiction.