The Chinese Professional Football League (CFL) is a national, joint and non-profit social organization voluntarily formed by units and individuals engaged in men's professional football-related work within the territory of China.

Under the authorization of the Chinese Football Association, it is responsible for organizing and operating various levels of professional leagues. The CFL accepts business guidance and supervision from the General Administration of Sport of China and the Ministry of Civil Affairs of China. It is a recognized social organization by the Chinese Football Association and represents Chinese professional football leagues internationally.