Privacy Policy and Cookies
Slovak Cheerleading Union (SCU)
Website: www.scu.sk
Effective date: May 5, 2026
What is doping?
Doping is defined as a violation of one or more anti-doping rule violations set out in Articles 2.1 to 2.11 of the Code.
According to the Code, it is the athlete’s duty to know the anti-doping rules and understand what their violation means. Anti-doping rule violations do not mean only a “positive test,” which the Code defines as an adverse analytical finding.
According to the World Anti-Doping Code, an anti-doping rule violation includes:
the presence of a prohibited substance or its metabolites or markers in an athlete’s sample,
use or attempted use by an athlete of a prohibited substance or a prohibited method,
evading, refusing, or failing to submit to sample collection by an athlete,
failure to provide athlete whereabouts information,
tampering or attempted tampering with any part of doping control by an athlete or another person,
possession of a prohibited substance or a prohibited method by an athlete or athlete support personnel,
trafficking or attempted trafficking of a prohibited substance or method by an athlete or another person,
administration or attempted administration of a prohibited substance or method,
complicity or attempted complicity by an athlete or another person,
prohibited association by an athlete or another person,
discouraging the reporting of violations to authorities by an athlete or another person.
Doping is defined as a violation of one or more anti-doping rule violations set out in Code Articles 2.1 to 2.11.
Under the Code, it is the athlete’s duty to know the anti-doping rules and understand what their violation means. Anti-doping rule violations do not mean only a “positive test,” which the Code defines as an adverse analytical finding.
According to the World Anti-Doping Code, an anti-doping rule violation includes:
the presence of a prohibited substance or its metabolites or markers in an athlete’s sample,
use or attempted use of a prohibited substance or a prohibited method by an athlete,
evading, refusing, or failing to submit to sample collection by an athlete,
failure to provide athlete whereabouts information,
tampering or attempted tampering with any part of doping control by an athlete or another person,
possession of a prohibited substance or a prohibited method by an athlete or athlete support personnel,
trafficking or attempted trafficking of a prohibited substance or method by an athlete or another person,
administration or attempted administration of a prohibited substance or method,
complicity or attempted complicity by an athlete or another person,
prohibited association by an athlete or another person,
discouraging the reporting of a violation to authorities by an athlete or another person.
2. What personal data do we process
SCU processes personal data only to the extent necessary and for specific, defined purposes. Depending on the nature of the interaction, SCU may process the following categories of personal data:
2.1 Identifying and contact data
Name and surname
Email address
Telephone number
Address of permanent or temporary residence
2.2 Data related to sporting activities
Affiliation to a member club
Competitor/member category and age group
Competition results and performance records
Records of participation in SCU-organized events
2.3 Technical and operational data
IP address and browser type when visiting the website
Date, time, and pages visited on the SCU website
Cookies and similar tracking technologies (details in Article 8)
2.4 Photographs and audiovisual recordings
Photographs and video recordings from public events (competitions, trainings, SCU media activities)
Doping is defined as a violation of one or more anti-doping rule violations set out in Code Articles 2.1 to 2.11.
Under the Code, it is the athlete’s duty to know the anti-doping rules and understand what their violation means. Anti-doping rule violations do not mean only a “positive test,” which the Code defines as an adverse analytical finding.
According to the World Anti-Doping Code, an anti-doping rule violation includes:
the presence of a prohibited substance or its metabolites or markers in an athlete’s sample,
use or attempted use of a prohibited substance or a prohibited method by an athlete,
evading, refusing, or failing to submit to sample collection by an athlete,
failure to provide athlete whereabouts information,
tampering or attempted tampering with any part of doping control by an athlete or another person,
possession of a prohibited substance or a prohibited method by an athlete or athlete support personnel,
trafficking or attempted trafficking of a prohibited substance or method by an athlete or another person,
administration or attempted administration of a prohibited substance or method,
complicity or attempted complicity by an athlete or another person,
prohibited association by an athlete or another person,
discouraging the reporting of a violation to authorities by an athlete or another person.
3. Purposes and legal bases of processing
SCU processes personal data solely on the basis of one of the legal bases set out in Article 6 of the GDPR:
3.1 Performance of a contract and pre-contractual relations (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR)
Processing is necessary for the registration of members and clubs, the organization and management of SCU competitions and events, issuing licenses, confirmations and other documents within the membership agenda.
3.2 Compliance with a legal obligation (Art. 6(1)(c) GDPR)
SCU is obliged to process personal data to the extent required by the Sports Act No. 440/2015 Coll. (keeping a register of members, registration of competitors, records of coaches), the Accounting Act No. 431/2002 Coll., and related tax regulations.
3.3 Legitimate interest of the controller (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR)
SCU may process personal data on the basis of legitimate interest in cases where this interest outweighs the interests and rights of the data subjects, for example for the purpose of informing the public about competition results, promoting and developing cheerleading in Slovakia, and ensuring the security of information systems.
3.4 Consent of the data subject (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR)
If SCU processes personal data on the basis of consent (e.g., sending a newsletter, publishing photographs in marketing materials), the data subject is explicitly informed of this before giving consent. Consent may be withdrawn at any time – withdrawal does not affect the lawfulness of processing carried out before its withdrawal.
Doping is defined as a violation of one or more anti-doping rule violations set out in Code Articles 2.1 to 2.11.
Under the Code, it is the athlete’s duty to know the anti-doping rules and understand what their violation means. Anti-doping rule violations do not mean only a “positive test,” which the Code defines as an adverse analytical finding.
According to the World Anti-Doping Code, an anti-doping rule violation includes:
the presence of a prohibited substance or its metabolites or markers in an athlete’s sample,
use or attempted use of a prohibited substance or a prohibited method by an athlete,
evading, refusing, or failing to submit to sample collection by an athlete,
failure to provide athlete whereabouts information,
tampering or attempted tampering with any part of doping control by an athlete or another person,
possession of a prohibited substance or a prohibited method by an athlete or athlete support personnel,
trafficking or attempted trafficking of a prohibited substance or method by an athlete or another person,
administration or attempted administration of a prohibited substance or method,
complicity or attempted complicity by an athlete or another person,
prohibited association by an athlete or another person,
discouraging the reporting of a violation to authorities by an athlete or another person.
4. Recipients and intermediaries of personal data
SCU does not sell personal data to third parties for commercial purposes. Personal data may be disclosed to the following categories of recipients:
International cheerleading federations (in particular ICU – International Cheer Union, ECU – European Cheer Union) – to the extent necessary for registration for international competitions and maintaining the international registry of competitors, on the basis of international contractual arrangements and legal obligations.
The web platform provider Framer (Framer B.V., the Netherlands) – acting as a processor under Art. 28 GDPR, solely for the technical operation of the website. Processing takes place within the EEA with appropriate safeguards.
Google LLC – in connection with Google Tag Manager and any analytics services. Google LLC is certified under the EU–US Data Privacy Framework.
Public authorities – only on the basis of a legal obligation or a decision of the competent authority (e.g. a court, prosecutor’s office, Slovak Data Protection Authority).
Auditors, lawyers and accounting advisers – to the extent necessary to fulfill SCU’s legal obligations.
Doping is defined as a violation of one or more anti-doping rule violations set out in Code Articles 2.1 to 2.11.
Under the Code, it is the athlete’s duty to know the anti-doping rules and understand what their violation means. Anti-doping rule violations do not mean only a “positive test,” which the Code defines as an adverse analytical finding.
According to the World Anti-Doping Code, an anti-doping rule violation includes:
the presence of a prohibited substance or its metabolites or markers in an athlete’s sample,
use or attempted use of a prohibited substance or a prohibited method by an athlete,
evading, refusing, or failing to submit to sample collection by an athlete,
failure to provide athlete whereabouts information,
tampering or attempted tampering with any part of doping control by an athlete or another person,
possession of a prohibited substance or a prohibited method by an athlete or athlete support personnel,
trafficking or attempted trafficking of a prohibited substance or method by an athlete or another person,
administration or attempted administration of a prohibited substance or method,
complicity or attempted complicity by an athlete or another person,
prohibited association by an athlete or another person,
discouraging the reporting of a violation to authorities by an athlete or another person.
5. Personal Data Retention Period
Personal data are retained only for the period necessary to fulfill the purpose for which they were collected, and in accordance with applicable laws:
Membership and registration data: for the duration of membership and 5 years after its termination (Sports Act).
Accounting documents and invoices: 10 years from the end of the relevant accounting period (Accounting Act).
Correspondence (emails, forms): 3 years from the last interaction, unless otherwise specified.
Photographs from public events: for the duration of SCU's legitimate interest, but no longer than 10 years, unless an objection has been raised.
Data processed on the basis of consent: until consent is withdrawn, at the latest after 3 years from its granting without renewal.
Cookies: in accordance with the valid lifespan of individual cookies (details in Art. 8).
After the retention period expires, personal data are securely destroyed or anonymized.
Doping is defined as a violation of one or more anti-doping rule violations set out in Code Articles 2.1 to 2.11.
Under the Code, it is the athlete’s duty to know the anti-doping rules and understand what their violation means. Anti-doping rule violations do not mean only a “positive test,” which the Code defines as an adverse analytical finding.
According to the World Anti-Doping Code, an anti-doping rule violation includes:
the presence of a prohibited substance or its metabolites or markers in an athlete’s sample,
use or attempted use of a prohibited substance or a prohibited method by an athlete,
evading, refusing, or failing to submit to sample collection by an athlete,
failure to provide athlete whereabouts information,
tampering or attempted tampering with any part of doping control by an athlete or another person,
possession of a prohibited substance or a prohibited method by an athlete or athlete support personnel,
trafficking or attempted trafficking of a prohibited substance or method by an athlete or another person,
administration or attempted administration of a prohibited substance or method,
complicity or attempted complicity by an athlete or another person,
prohibited association by an athlete or another person,
discouraging the reporting of a violation to authorities by an athlete or another person.
6. Rights of Data Subjects
Each data subject has the following rights in connection with the processing of their personal data, guaranteed by the GDPR and Act No. 18/2018 Coll.:
6.1 Right of access (Art. 15 GDPR)
The right to obtain confirmation as to whether SCU processes the data subject's personal data and, if so, the right of access to those data and information about the processing.
6.2 Right to rectification (Art. 16 GDPR)
The right to have inaccurate personal data rectified or incomplete personal data completed without undue delay.
6.3 Right to erasure – 'right to be forgotten' (Art. 17 GDPR)
The right to have personal data erased if the purpose of processing has ceased, the data subject withdraws consent or successfully objects to the processing, and at the same time there is no legal ground for further retention.
6.4 Right to restriction of processing (Art. 18 GDPR)
The right to request restriction of processing in cases set out in the GDPR (e.g. where the accuracy of the data is disputed or an objection is lodged).
6.5 Right to data portability (Art. 20 GDPR)
The right to obtain personal data in a structured, commonly used and machine-readable format and transfer it to another controller, if the processing is based on consent or a contract and is carried out by automated means.
6.6 Right to object (Art. 21 GDPR)
The right to object at any time to the processing of personal data based on the controller's legitimate interest, including profiling. SCU must then no longer process the personal data unless it demonstrates compelling legitimate grounds.
6.7 Right not to be subject to automated decision-making (Art. 22 GDPR)
The right not to be subject to a decision based solely on automated processing, including profiling, which produces legal or similarly significant effects.
6.8 Right to lodge a complaint
The data subject has the right to lodge a complaint with the Office for Personal Data Protection of the Slovak Republic:
Address: Hraničná 12, 820 07 Bratislava 27
Tel.: +421 2 3231 3214
E-mail: statny.dozor@pdp.gov.sk
Web: https://www.uoou.sk
Requests to exercise rights should be sent in writing to the SCU registered office address or by e-mail to info@scu.sk. SCU is obliged to respond without undue delay, no later than one month after receipt of the request.
Doping is defined as a violation of one or more anti-doping rule violations set out in Code Articles 2.1 to 2.11.
Under the Code, it is the athlete’s duty to know the anti-doping rules and understand what their violation means. Anti-doping rule violations do not mean only a “positive test,” which the Code defines as an adverse analytical finding.
According to the World Anti-Doping Code, an anti-doping rule violation includes:
the presence of a prohibited substance or its metabolites or markers in an athlete’s sample,
use or attempted use of a prohibited substance or a prohibited method by an athlete,
evading, refusing, or failing to submit to sample collection by an athlete,
failure to provide athlete whereabouts information,
tampering or attempted tampering with any part of doping control by an athlete or another person,
possession of a prohibited substance or a prohibited method by an athlete or athlete support personnel,
trafficking or attempted trafficking of a prohibited substance or method by an athlete or another person,
administration or attempted administration of a prohibited substance or method,
complicity or attempted complicity by an athlete or another person,
prohibited association by an athlete or another person,
discouraging the reporting of a violation to authorities by an athlete or another person.
7. Transfer of personal data to third countries
SCU generally processes personal data within the European Economic Area (EEA). In the case of transfers to third countries outside the EEA (e.g., in connection with Google LLC headquartered in the USA), SCU ensures that such transfer complies with Chapter V of the GDPR, in particular through:
Certification of the recipient under the EU–US Data Privacy Framework approved by the European Commission (adequacy decision of 10 July 2023),
Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission.
Doping is defined as a violation of one or more anti-doping rule violations set out in Code Articles 2.1 to 2.11.
Under the Code, it is the athlete’s duty to know the anti-doping rules and understand what their violation means. Anti-doping rule violations do not mean only a “positive test,” which the Code defines as an adverse analytical finding.
According to the World Anti-Doping Code, an anti-doping rule violation includes:
the presence of a prohibited substance or its metabolites or markers in an athlete’s sample,
use or attempted use of a prohibited substance or a prohibited method by an athlete,
evading, refusing, or failing to submit to sample collection by an athlete,
failure to provide athlete whereabouts information,
tampering or attempted tampering with any part of doping control by an athlete or another person,
possession of a prohibited substance or a prohibited method by an athlete or athlete support personnel,
trafficking or attempted trafficking of a prohibited substance or method by an athlete or another person,
administration or attempted administration of a prohibited substance or method,
complicity or attempted complicity by an athlete or another person,
prohibited association by an athlete or another person,
discouraging the reporting of a violation to authorities by an athlete or another person.
8. Cookies and similar technologies
The SCU website (www.scu.sk) uses cookies and tracking tools in accordance with Act No. 452/2021 Coll. on Electronic Communications.
8.1 What are cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on the visitor's device. They allow individual visitors to be distinguished and improve their experience with the website.
8.2 What cookies do we use
Necessary cookies – ensure the basic functions of the website; they cannot be disabled without impairing the website's functionality.
Analytical cookies – are used to measure traffic and user behavior (Google Analytics / Tag Manager); they are deployed only with your consent.
Functional cookies – remember your preferences (e.g., language settings).
8.3 Cookie management
On your first visit to the website, you have the option to grant or refuse consent to cookies via the cookie banner. You can withdraw your consent at any time in your browser settings or through the cookie settings on the website. Detailed information about managing cookies can be found on your browser manufacturer's website.
Doping is defined as a violation of one or more anti-doping rule violations set out in Code Articles 2.1 to 2.11.
Under the Code, it is the athlete’s duty to know the anti-doping rules and understand what their violation means. Anti-doping rule violations do not mean only a “positive test,” which the Code defines as an adverse analytical finding.
According to the World Anti-Doping Code, an anti-doping rule violation includes:
the presence of a prohibited substance or its metabolites or markers in an athlete’s sample,
use or attempted use of a prohibited substance or a prohibited method by an athlete,
evading, refusing, or failing to submit to sample collection by an athlete,
failure to provide athlete whereabouts information,
tampering or attempted tampering with any part of doping control by an athlete or another person,
possession of a prohibited substance or a prohibited method by an athlete or athlete support personnel,
trafficking or attempted trafficking of a prohibited substance or method by an athlete or another person,
administration or attempted administration of a prohibited substance or method,
complicity or attempted complicity by an athlete or another person,
prohibited association by an athlete or another person,
discouraging the reporting of a violation to authorities by an athlete or another person.
9. Personal Data Security
SCU has adopted appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, loss, alteration, or disclosure, in accordance with Article 32 of the GDPR. These measures include in particular:
Encryption of data transmission via the HTTPS (TLS) protocol,
Restricting access to personal data only to authorized persons on a need-to-know basis,
Regular software updates and security audits,
Contractual obligation of processors to maintain the confidentiality and security of data.
Doping is defined as a violation of one or more anti-doping rule violations set out in Code Articles 2.1 to 2.11.
Under the Code, it is the athlete’s duty to know the anti-doping rules and understand what their violation means. Anti-doping rule violations do not mean only a “positive test,” which the Code defines as an adverse analytical finding.
According to the World Anti-Doping Code, an anti-doping rule violation includes:
the presence of a prohibited substance or its metabolites or markers in an athlete’s sample,
use or attempted use of a prohibited substance or a prohibited method by an athlete,
evading, refusing, or failing to submit to sample collection by an athlete,
failure to provide athlete whereabouts information,
tampering or attempted tampering with any part of doping control by an athlete or another person,
possession of a prohibited substance or a prohibited method by an athlete or athlete support personnel,
trafficking or attempted trafficking of a prohibited substance or method by an athlete or another person,
administration or attempted administration of a prohibited substance or method,
complicity or attempted complicity by an athlete or another person,
prohibited association by an athlete or another person,
discouraging the reporting of a violation to authorities by an athlete or another person.
10. Personal Data of Minors
Cheerleading also includes categories of minor competitors (persons under 16 years of age). SCU is authorized to process the personal data of such persons only with the consent of a legal guardian (parent or guardian). Forms intended for minors are clearly marked, and SCU takes measures to verify that consent has been given by the legal guardian. Without this consent, SCU does not knowingly process the personal data of minors.
Doping is defined as a violation of one or more anti-doping rule violations set out in Code Articles 2.1 to 2.11.
Under the Code, it is the athlete’s duty to know the anti-doping rules and understand what their violation means. Anti-doping rule violations do not mean only a “positive test,” which the Code defines as an adverse analytical finding.
According to the World Anti-Doping Code, an anti-doping rule violation includes:
the presence of a prohibited substance or its metabolites or markers in an athlete’s sample,
use or attempted use of a prohibited substance or a prohibited method by an athlete,
evading, refusing, or failing to submit to sample collection by an athlete,
failure to provide athlete whereabouts information,
tampering or attempted tampering with any part of doping control by an athlete or another person,
possession of a prohibited substance or a prohibited method by an athlete or athlete support personnel,
trafficking or attempted trafficking of a prohibited substance or method by an athlete or another person,
administration or attempted administration of a prohibited substance or method,
complicity or attempted complicity by an athlete or another person,
prohibited association by an athlete or another person,
discouraging the reporting of a violation to authorities by an athlete or another person.
11. Changes to these policies
SCU reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy on an ongoing basis in accordance with changes in legislation or internal processes. The current version is always available on the website www.scu.sk. We will inform affected individuals of any significant changes by email or through a notice on the SCU website.
Doping is defined as a violation of one or more anti-doping rule violations set out in Code Articles 2.1 to 2.11.
Under the Code, it is the athlete’s duty to know the anti-doping rules and understand what their violation means. Anti-doping rule violations do not mean only a “positive test,” which the Code defines as an adverse analytical finding.
According to the World Anti-Doping Code, an anti-doping rule violation includes:
the presence of a prohibited substance or its metabolites or markers in an athlete’s sample,
use or attempted use of a prohibited substance or a prohibited method by an athlete,
evading, refusing, or failing to submit to sample collection by an athlete,
failure to provide athlete whereabouts information,
tampering or attempted tampering with any part of doping control by an athlete or another person,
possession of a prohibited substance or a prohibited method by an athlete or athlete support personnel,
trafficking or attempted trafficking of a prohibited substance or method by an athlete or another person,
administration or attempted administration of a prohibited substance or method,
complicity or attempted complicity by an athlete or another person,
prohibited association by an athlete or another person,
discouraging the reporting of a violation to authorities by an athlete or another person.
12. Contact
In case of any questions, requests, or complaints regarding personal data protection, please contact us:
E-mail: info@scu.sk
Phone: +421 905 624 804
Website: www.scu.sk
We will be happy to assist you and respond promptly, no later than within the statutory period of one month.
These Privacy Policies take effect on May 5, 2026. Slovak Cheerleading Union
Doping is defined as a violation of one or more anti-doping rule violations set out in Code Articles 2.1 to 2.11.
Under the Code, it is the athlete’s duty to know the anti-doping rules and understand what their violation means. Anti-doping rule violations do not mean only a “positive test,” which the Code defines as an adverse analytical finding.
According to the World Anti-Doping Code, an anti-doping rule violation includes:
the presence of a prohibited substance or its metabolites or markers in an athlete’s sample,
use or attempted use of a prohibited substance or a prohibited method by an athlete,
evading, refusing, or failing to submit to sample collection by an athlete,
failure to provide athlete whereabouts information,
tampering or attempted tampering with any part of doping control by an athlete or another person,
possession of a prohibited substance or a prohibited method by an athlete or athlete support personnel,
trafficking or attempted trafficking of a prohibited substance or method by an athlete or another person,
administration or attempted administration of a prohibited substance or method,
complicity or attempted complicity by an athlete or another person,
prohibited association by an athlete or another person,
discouraging the reporting of a violation to authorities by an athlete or another person.