Privacy Policy

Last updated September 19, 2025

CIFA Elite Academy (“we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal data when you visit our website, https://cifaeliteacademy.com (“the Website”).

By using our Website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

- Personal details such as name, email address, postal address, phone number, date of birth, and nationality.

- Application information provided via contact forms and registration processes.

- Technical data including IP address, browser type, and usage behaviour.

- Marketing preferences and communication history.

2. How We Use Your Information

Your information may be used to:

- Respond to enquiries and process academy applications.

- Provide updates about our programmes and services.

- Improve our Website and user experience.

- Comply with legal and regulatory obligations.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data based on:

- Your consent (e.g. newsletter sign-ups).

- The necessity to fulfil a contract (e.g. processing applications).

- Legal obligations.

- Legitimate interests, such as improving services and ensuring website security.

4. Sharing Your Data

We may share your personal data with:

- Academy staff and coaches.

- Trusted service providers (e.g. IT support).

- Regulatory bodies or legal authorities when required.

- We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties.

5. International Transfers

If we transfer your data outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your personal information.

6. Data Security

We apply appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data. However, no transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

Your data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, including for legal and accounting purposes.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

- Access your personal data.

- Request correction of inaccurate information.

- Request deletion of your data.

- Restrict or object to processing.

- Request data portability.

- Withdraw consent at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at: [email protected]

9. Cookies

We use cookies to improve your experience. You can manage cookie settings in your browser.

10. Changes to This Policy

This policy may be updated from time to time. Changes will be published on this page with a new effective date.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact:

CIFA Elite Academy

Lugar de Sales

4500-474 Espinho

Portugal

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://cifaelite.com