The Association of Thailand Underwater Sports ("ATUS," "we," "us," or "our") is the officially recognized national federation for underwater sports in Thailand. We are committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our members, athletes, officials, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information in accordance with the Personal Data Protection Act B.E. 2562 (2019) of Thailand ("PDPA") and international best practices.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information
We may collect the following types of personal information:
Membership and Registration Data:
Full name, date of birth, nationality
Contact information (address, phone number, email address)
Medical information and certifications relevant to underwater sports
Diving certifications and qualifications
Competition history and rankings
Website and Digital Interactions:
IP address and browser information
Cookies and tracking technologies
Website usage patterns and preferences
Communication records (emails, messages, support requests)
Financial Information:
Membership fees and payment information
Bank account details for prize money or reimbursements
Transaction records
Special Categories of Data:
Health and medical information for safety and competition eligibility
Photographs and videos for promotional and competition documentation
2.2 Information from Third Parties
We may receive information about you from:
International underwater sports federations (CMAS, AIDA, etc.)
Other national federations
Competition organizers and diving centers
Medical professionals and certification agencies
3. How We Use Your Information
We process your personal information for the following purposes:
3.1 Membership Management
Processing membership applications and renewals
Maintaining accurate member records and databases
Communicating important federation updates and information
3.2 Competition and Events
Organizing and managing underwater sports competitions
Athlete registration and qualification verification
Results recording and ranking management
Safety monitoring and emergency response
3.3 Development and Promotion
Promoting underwater sports in Thailand
Developing training programs and educational materials
Statistical analysis for sport development
Marketing and promotional activities
3.4 Legal and Regulatory Compliance
Compliance with sports federation requirements
Anti-doping procedures and testing coordination
Insurance and liability management
Dispute resolution and disciplinary procedures
3.5 Communication
Sending newsletters, event announcements, and federation news
Responding to inquiries and providing member support
Emergency notifications and safety alerts
4. Legal Basis for Processing
Under the PDPA, we process your personal information based on:
Consent: When you provide explicit consent for specific processing activities
Contract: To fulfill our obligations as your sports federation
Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws and regulations
Vital Interests: For safety and emergency situations
Public Task: As the official national federation performing public functions
Legitimate Interests: For federation administration and sport development activities
5. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We may share your personal information with:
5.1 Sports Organizations
International underwater sports federations (CMAS, AIDA International, etc.)
Other national federations for international competitions
Regional and local underwater sports clubs
Competition organizers and event management companies
5.2 Service Providers
IT service providers and website hosting companies
Payment processing companies
Insurance providers
Medical and safety service providers
5.3 Government and Regulatory Bodies
Sports Authority of Thailand
Anti-doping organizations
Law enforcement agencies when legally required
Medical authorities in emergency situations
5.4 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information when required by law or to:
Protect the rights, property, or safety of ATUS, our members, or the public
Enforce our terms and conditions
Respond to legal processes or government requests
6. International Data Transfers
As an international sport federation, we may transfer your personal information to countries outside Thailand, including:
International federation headquarters and offices
Competition venues and host countries
Medical and anti-doping laboratories
We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers, including adequacy decisions, standard contractual clauses, or other approved transfer mechanisms under the PDPA.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for the following periods:
Active membership data: Throughout your membership period plus 7 years
Competition records: Permanently for historical and statistical purposes
Medical information: 10 years from last update
Financial records: 5 years as required by law
Website analytics: 24 months
Communication records: 3 years
8. Your Rights
Under the PDPA, you have the following rights:
8.1 Access and Portability
Request access to your personal information
Receive a copy of your data in a portable format
8.2 Correction and Updating
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
Update your membership details and preferences
8.3 Deletion and Restriction
Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)
Request restriction of processing in certain circumstances
8.4 Objection and Withdrawal
Object to processing based on legitimate interests
Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
To exercise your rights, please contact our Data Protection Officer using the details provided below.
9. Cookies and Website Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to:
Ensure proper website functionality
Analyze website usage and improve user experience
Provide personalized content and recommendations
Enable social media integration
You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
10. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:
Encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest
Access controls and user authentication
Regular security assessments and updates
Staff training on data protection
Incident response procedures
11. Children's Privacy
We may collect information about individuals under 18 years of age for membership and competition purposes. For minors, we:
Obtain parental or guardian consent
Limit data collection to what is necessary for participation
Provide enhanced protection for children's data
Allow parents/guardians to access and control their child's information
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of material changes through:
Email notifications to registered members
Prominent notices on our website
Direct communication for significant changes
The updated policy will be effective from the date specified in the revision.
13. Contact Information
For questions about this Privacy Policy or to exercise your data protection rights, please contact:
This Privacy Policy is available in both Thai and English. In case of any discrepancy between the two versions, the Thai version shall prevail as required by Thai law.
