Last updated: March 1, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to yourpickleball.ie. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you visit our website or use our services.

2. Information We Collect

When you register your interest for our events, we collect the following information:

• Full Name
• Email Address
• Mobile Phone Number
• Gender (optional)
• Year of Birth
• Home Pickleball Club

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information you provide solely for the following purposes:

• To process your event registration and interest
• To communicate with you about the event and related information
• To manage event logistics and planning
• To improve our services and website functionality

4. Data Protection and Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Your data is stored securely and accessed only by authorized personnel.

5. We Do Not Sell Your Data

We do not track user data or private information beyond what is necessary for event registration, and we do not sell private information to third parties. Your personal information is used exclusively for the purposes stated in this policy.

6. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. We use:

• Essential Cookies: Required for the site to function properly (session management, security)
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website
• Preference Cookies: Remember your cookie preferences

You can manage your cookie preferences through the cookie notice that appears when you first visit our site.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

8. Your Rights

Under EU data protection laws, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Rectify inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Object to processing of your data
• Data portability
• Withdraw consent at any time

9. Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services (such as hosting providers) to operate our website. These services are bound by confidentiality agreements and are only permitted to use your data as necessary to provide their services to us.

10. WhatsApp Groups and Content

We may create WhatsApp group chats to facilitate communication about our pickleball events. When participating in these groups, please observe the following guidelines:

• Only questions and content pertaining to pickleball and the event are permitted in any of the Group Chats
• If you wish to post content that may not directly relate to the event, please seek an Admin's permission before proceeding
• Respectful and appropriate communication is expected at all times
• Administrators reserve the right to remove content or participants who violate these guidelines

By joining our WhatsApp groups, you acknowledge that your phone number and messages may be visible to other group members, and you consent to this form of communication for event-related purposes.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights regarding your personal data, please contact us through the contact form on our website.

Last updated: March 1, 2026

1. Assumption of Risk

By participating in the Algarve Irish Dinks pickleball event, you acknowledge and understand that pickleball and related activities involve inherent risks, including but not limited to physical injury, property damage, and other risks associated with athletic activities. You voluntarily assume all such risks.

2. Release and Waiver of Liability

You hereby release, waive, discharge, and covenant not to sue the event organizers, sponsors, venue operators, volunteers, and all other persons or entities associated with the event (collectively, the "Released Parties") from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions, and causes of action whatsoever arising out of or related to any loss, damage, or injury, including death, that may be sustained by you or any property belonging to you, whether caused by the negligence of the Released Parties or otherwise, while participating in or traveling to or from the event.

3. Medical Condition and Fitness

You represent that you are physically fit and have no medical condition that would prevent your safe participation in the event. You agree to inform event organizers of any medical conditions or medications that may affect your participation. You consent to receive medical treatment in the event of injury or illness during the event.

4. Code of Conduct

All participants are expected to:

• Conduct themselves in a respectful and sportsmanlike manner
• Follow all event rules and regulations
• Respect other participants, officials, and staff
• Abide by the rules of pickleball as established by the event organizers
• Not engage in any behavior that could endanger themselves or others

5. Photography and Media

By participating in the event, you grant permission to the event organizers to use photographs, videos, and other media recordings of you taken during the event for promotional, marketing, and archival purposes without compensation or further approval.

6. Property Damage

You are responsible for any damage you cause to event facilities, equipment, or property. You agree to reimburse the Released Parties for any costs incurred as a result of such damage.

7. Event Cancellation or Modification

The event organizers reserve the right to cancel, postpone, or modify the event due to circumstances beyond their control, including but not limited to weather, natural disasters, or other emergencies. In such cases, the Released Parties shall not be liable for any losses or expenses incurred by participants.

8. Registration Fees

Registration fees are non-refundable except as specifically stated in the event registration terms. Refund policies, if any, will be clearly communicated during the registration process.

9. Acknowledgment of Understanding

You acknowledge that you have read this waiver policy, understand its terms, and agree to be bound by them. You understand that this waiver is a legally binding document and that you are giving up substantial legal rights by agreeing to it.

10. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Waiver Policy, please contact us through the contact form on our website or email enquiries@yourpickleball.eu.