Personal data protection policy

At The Pro World, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal data is handled in a safe and responsible manner. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our website or services.

Who we are

The Pro World is a professional placement agency for basketball athletes and coaches, based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. We operate globally and work with individuals and organizations to support career development in professional basketball.

Information we collect

We may collect the following types of personal data:

• Personal identification information (name, email address, phone number, nationality, etc.)
• Professional information (CV, playing/coaching experience, statistics, videos, etc.)
• Communication data (emails, inquiries, application details)
• Website usage data (IP address, browser type, visited pages, etc.)
   

We only collect information that is relevant and necessary for providing our services.

How we use your information

We use your personal data to:

• Provide and improve our services
• Match you with suitable teams or coaching opportunities
• Respond to inquiries or requests
• Maintain communication throughout the placement process 
• Comply with legal obligations
• We will never sell your data to third parties.

Sharing your information

We may share your data with trusted third parties, such as:

• Professional basketball teams or organizations
• Service providers assisting in our operations (e.g. IT or communication tools)
• Legal or regulatory authorities when required by law
   

All third parties are required to respect the security of your personal data and to process it in accordance with applicable privacy laws.

Data storage and security

We store your personal data securely using appropriate technical and organizational measures to prevent unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. We retain your data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy.

Your rights

Under data protection laws (including GDPR), you have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Correct or update your information
• Request deletion of your data
• Object to or restrict certain processing
• Withdraw consent (where applicable)