Legal

Terms of Service & Platform Governance

Effective Date: 01/04/2026. Last Updated: 01/04/2026.

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy and Platform Governance document applies to The Player Marketplace (Platform), operated by GlobalMation Limited (Company), under company number 12800927.

The Platform connects football players, clubs, scouts, and agents globally. We are committed to protecting personal data in accordance with UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and EU GDPR where applicable.

2. Data Controller

GlobalMation Limited, 6 Station Court, Station Approach, Wickford, England, SS11 7AT.

Email: data.controller@theplayermarketplace.com

3. Data We Collect

Personal Data

  • Name, email, phone number
  • Date of birth and nationality
  • Login credentials

Football / Professional Data

  • Position, statistics, and club history
  • Videos, images, and highlight reels
  • Scouting reports

Technical Data

  • IP address
  • Device and browser data
  • Usage analytics

Special Category Data, if provided

  • Injury or fitness data, processed only with consent

4. How We Use Your Data

  • Create and manage accounts
  • Display player profiles
  • Connect players, clubs, and agents
  • Improve platform performance
  • Ensure security and prevent fraud
  • Comply with legal obligations

5. Legal Basis

  • Contract, for platform use
  • Legitimate interest, for platform improvement
  • Consent, for marketing and sensitive data
  • Legal obligation

6. Data Sharing

We do not sell data.

  • Clubs, agents, and scouts who use the Platform
  • Service providers, including hosting and analytics providers
  • Legal authorities if required

7. Data Retention

  • Active accounts: while in use
  • Inactive accounts: up to 5 years
  • Legal obligations: as required

8. Your Rights

Contact: data.controller@theplayermarketplace.com

  • Access data
  • Correct data
  • Delete data
  • Restrict processing
  • Object to processing
  • Withdraw consent

9. Security

  • Encryption
  • Secure servers
  • Access controls

10. Children

Under 18s require parent or guardian consent.

Content Takedown Policy

If you believe content infringes your rights, submit a request including the information below. We act as a neutral platform, not the content owner.

Submit a request including

  • Your name and contact details
  • Description of the content
  • Proof of ownership or rights
  • URL or location of the content

Process

  • We review within a reasonable timeframe
  • Content may be temporarily removed during review
  • Repeat violations may result in account suspension

Dispute Resolution Framework

For disputes between players, agents, or clubs, users should follow the framework below.

Step 1: Direct Resolution

Users should attempt to resolve issues directly.

Step 2: Platform Escalation

Submit the dispute to the Platform. We may review evidence, facilitate communication, and provide non-binding mediation.

Important

  • We are not liable for outcomes
  • We do not enforce contracts between users

Platform Rules

You must

  • Provide accurate, truthful information
  • Have rights to all uploaded content
  • Act professionally and lawfully

You must not

  • Create fake or misleading profiles
  • Upload unauthorised content
  • Harass or abuse users
  • Scrape or automate platform access
  • Circumvent platform processes

Enforcement

  • We may remove content
  • We may suspend accounts
  • We may permanently ban users

Important Legal Positioning

All interactions are at users' own risk.

  • The Player Marketplace is a technology platform only
  • The Player Marketplace is not an agent, broker, or recruiter
  • The Player Marketplace does not guarantee contracts, trials, or outcomes

Contact

The Player Marketplace

Email: data.controller@theplayermarketplace.com

Website: https://www.theplayermarketplace.com/